Lake Tahoe - Eastshore Drive
Lake Tahoe Eastshore Drive Suggested Tour
| Departure: | Crystal Bay, Nevada |
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| Destination: | Stateline, Nevada |
| Time to allow: | 2 days |
Called "the most beautiful drive in America," the 72-mile "Rim of the Lake" drive affords the traveler breathtaking views of spectacularly-clear Lake Tahoe. This pristine alpine lake is surrounded by the snow-capped mountains of the Sierra Nevada’s. The Nevada side (Hwy 50 and State Route 28) is mostly undeveloped except for the fabulous recreational opportunities afforded nearby (Zephyr Cove Resort, stables, campgrounds, Tahoe Rim Trail, Heavenly Ski Resort, Diamond Peak Ski Resort in Incline, the hotel/casinos on both north and south shores, and golf courses). Part of the Pony Express trail and home to the historic sacred grounds of the Washoe Indians, Lake Tahoe's East Shore offers something for everyone all year.
You may want to begin traveling the byway at the northern terminus at Crystal Bay along the California/Nevada border. From here, the highway winds toward Incline Village, one of Tahoe's finest communities. As an additional side trip you can travel four miles up Mt. Rose Highway, this leads to a lookout over the entire Tahoe Basin.
Day 1
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Start: Crystal Bay
Suggested Time at This Site: 2 hours Join in the local entertainment of casinos and resorts at Crystal Bay.
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Stop 2: Incline Village
Directions from previous place: From Crystal Bay drive southwest on Crystal drive towards Somers Loop. Turn right at Somers Drive, and turn right again when you reach Calaneva Drive. From here turn right onto State Road 28 until you reach Incline Village.
Distance from Previous Site: 3.06 miles / 4.9 km Travel Time from Previous Site: 7 minutes Suggested Time at This Site: 1 hour Visit the community that's home to many events and festivals, including the Lake Tahoe Jazz Festival. During the winter time enjoy skiing the slopes of Diamond Peak Ski Resort at Incline Village.
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Stop 3: Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park
Directions from previous place: Begin driving south on State Road 28 toward Winding Way. Continue following State Road 28 until you reach Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park at 2005 Highway 28, Incline Village, NV 89451.
Distance from Previous Site: 4.52 miles / 7.2 km Travel Time from Previous Site: 7 minutes Suggested Time at This Site: 1 hour 30 minutes Enjoy the scenic Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park and the ample opportunities it provides for outdoor recreation.
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Stop 4: Sand Harbor State Park
Directions from previous place: Drive southward on State Road 28 until you reach Sand Harbor at Lake Tahoe.
Distance from Previous Site: 2 miles / 3.2 km Travel Time from Previous Site: 1 minute Suggested Time at This Site: 2 hours This state park is one of the most popular sites along the Byway to enjoy a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including swimming, boating, hiking, and the annual Shakespeare and Music Festival.
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Overnight Point: Glenbrook
Directions from previous place: Drive south on State Road 28 toward US 50 and turn right. Turn right again onto Glenbrook Road, gate access is required to enter. Turn right onto Old Highway 50 and then turn left onto South Meadow Road. Turn right again onto Glenbrook Road, take your next right and then your next left, ending in Glenbrook.
Distance from Previous Site: 11.76 miles / 18.8 km Travel Time from Previous Site: 18 minutes Enjoy a leisure golfing experience in the old logging community of Glenbrook.
Total Distance Traveled in Day 1: 21.34 miles / 34.1 km
Day 2
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Stop 1: Cave Rock
Directions from previous place: Begin driving southwest from Glenbrook and turn onto Glenbrook Road. Turn right onto US 50 West and then make a U-turn onto US 50 East. Drive until you reach Cave Rock in Glenbrook.
Distance from Previous Site: 3.74 miles / 6.0 km Travel Time from Previous Site: 7 minutes Suggested Time at This Site: 45 minutes Visit a natural wonder at Cave Rock where the highway passes through 25 yards of solid stone. The site is considered to be a holy spot for the native Washoe Indians who put their deceased to rest in the cold waters below the outcropping.
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Stop 2: Zephyr Cove
Directions from previous place: Begin driving east on US 50 East towards US 50 West and turn left. Turn right onto Kelly Circle and turn right again to stay on Kelly Circle. From here turn right onto Glenbrook Road and turn right again onto US 50 West. Turn left onto Martin Drive and turn left again onto North Martin Drive and stay on this road until you reach Zephyr Cove.
Distance from Previous Site: 5.23 miles / 8.4 km Travel Time from Previous Site: 13 minutes Suggested Time at This Site: 3 hours Zephyr Cove is host to a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, camping, sailing, picnicking, snowmobiling, and cruises.
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Stop 3: Tahoe-Douglas Visitors Center
Directions from previous place: Begin driving west on North Martin Drive toward Lakeview Drive. Turn right onto Martin Drive and left onto Lake Tahoe Boulevard on US 50. Turn left onto Elks Point Road and left again onto Paiute Drive and follow this road until you reach the Tahoe-Douglas Visitors Center at Round Hill.
Distance from Previous Site: 2.27 miles / 3.6 km Travel Time from Previous Site: 4 minutes Suggested Time at This Site: 45 minutes The Tahoe-Douglas Visitor's Center offers many resources for visitors to Lake Tahoe. It's a great place to stop to learn about fun activities in the area.
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End: Stateline
Directions from previous place: Begin driving east on Paiute Drive towards Elks Point Road and turn right. Turn left onto Lake Tahoe Boulevard / US 50 and drive until you reach the Stateline.
Distance from Previous Site: 2.29 miles / 3.7 km Travel Time from Previous Site: 4 minutes Suggested Time at This Site: 3 hours Visiting the Stateline will help you find a variety of entertainment events, including casinos, lounges, restaurants, and theaters.
