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Tahoe Travel 101: Where are the bike paths and trails at Lake Tahoe?

July 3, 3:57 PMSF Lake Tahoe Travel ExaminerElizabeth Sedway
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by: Elizabeth Sedway, TahoeKidsGuide.comBiking at Lake Tahoe

Biking at Lake Tahoe is a fun summer activity for adults and chilldren alike.  Here are a few of the more family-friendly biking trails at Lake Tahoe. 

The following biking trails are great for families.  Each trail is open and maintained only in the summer months.


PathDistanceDescription

Lakeshore Blvd. Bike and Jogging Trail
Incline Village

3 miles (Map)

Virtually flat paved path along Lakeshore Blvd. in Incline Village.  The beaches and parks along Lakeshore Blvd. are private.

Dollar Point to Tahoe City2 1/2 miles
(Map)
This section of paved bike trail is mostly flat, with a easy 1/2 mile climb up Dollar Point. Along the way you'll pass access to Skylandia Beach and Park, Lake Forest Beach and Pomin Park. This path is also great for kids of all ages.  It's also a great place to take a walk or jog with a stroller. In Tahoe City, be sure to visit Commons Beach.

Tahoe City to River Ranch

5 miles (Map)

As you depart Tahoe City on this path, the Truckee River will be on your left side and Highway 89 on your right. There are gradual hills; kids 6 and older will do best on this path.  It can get crowded in the Summer. This is the same portion of the Truckee River that is popular for rafting.

Tahoe City to Sugar Pine Point State Park9 miles
(Map)

This paved bike trail runs along West Shore Blvd.  It includes some moderate hills, and might be challenging for younger children.  There are several points when this path requires crossing highway 28.

Along the way, you'll pass Kilner Park. Sugar Pine Point State Park is a beautiful adventure all on its own.

South Lake Tahoe Bike Path

1.5 miles

The entire South Lake Tahoe Bike Path is approx. 11 miles long, the portion featured here is 6.5 mile (round-trip) and a virtually flat paved path.  Young children and adults will enjoy this beautiful ride through the forest.

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