2 Tahoe Questions
May 25th, 2019, 03:04 PM
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2 Tahoe Questions
It looks like we will arrive in Reno around midnight. I’m thinking of staying in a Reno airport hotel to avoid driving to Tahoe in the dark (presuming we could even get a rental car that late). My body will think it’s 3 hours earlier, so I shouldn’t be too tired. But my question is whether the roads between Reno and Tahoe are easy to drive – or whether the route is something better done during daylight hours.
And ... how many nights do you suggest? We are mostly wanting to do some long walks/easy-moderate hikes for photography – not “activities,” (other than seeing one or two plays at the Shakespeare festival). I was thinking 4 or 5 full days, but am concerned we’ll get bored.
What sounds about right to see the highlights?
Thanks!
And ... how many nights do you suggest? We are mostly wanting to do some long walks/easy-moderate hikes for photography – not “activities,” (other than seeing one or two plays at the Shakespeare festival). I was thinking 4 or 5 full days, but am concerned we’ll get bored.
What sounds about right to see the highlights?
Thanks!
May 25th, 2019, 06:20 PM
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Brilliant directions from Janis.
I would stay 4 nights myself, just to relax with a book or video.
Have you ever been there?
We enjoyed an afternoon at the base of Squaw Valley, site of the 1960 Winter Olympics. (DH loves that stuff.) They have several types of fun festivals there. Also nice hiking.
I would stay 4 nights myself, just to relax with a book or video.
Have you ever been there?
We enjoyed an afternoon at the base of Squaw Valley, site of the 1960 Winter Olympics. (DH loves that stuff.) They have several types of fun festivals there. Also nice hiking.
May 25th, 2019, 06:43 PM
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I agree with Janis but would add that driving during the daylight hours will allow you to
see the lake and enjoy the views. Driving around the lake is one of my favorite things. There is a good hike at DL Bliss State Park. Nice walk and the views are incredible.
see the lake and enjoy the views. Driving around the lake is one of my favorite things. There is a good hike at DL Bliss State Park. Nice walk and the views are incredible.
Jun 18th, 2019, 09:46 AM
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If you do end up driving after dark on any of the roads, keep your eyes open for deer! Other wildlife too, from porcupines to coyotes to bear, but the deer are everywhere right now.
Speaking of bears, there have been numerous car & garage bear break ins lately. They are smart and hungry. Don’t leave ANY food or drinks, empty food wrappers, visible coolers, etc. in your car.
Speaking of bears, there have been numerous car & garage bear break ins lately. They are smart and hungry. Don’t leave ANY food or drinks, empty food wrappers, visible coolers, etc. in your car.
Jun 18th, 2019, 07:25 PM
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annabelle: Thank you for that warning!!!
FYI, for those following this thread, I booked Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort for 4 nights, 7/16 - 7/20. It was partly chosen because it has a kitchen. It looks like a long drive to the Shakespeare Festival performances so we might not do that because it would require driving back in the dark. We'll stay the night of 7/15 at a Reno airport hotel. Then 2 nights at the Mirage in Las Vegas before heading to Nashville.
Why Las Vegas? Because it was $200 cheaper to fly Reno - Vegas - Nashville than just Reno to Nashville. Crazy! But it is essentially a free trip to Las Vegas. The main attraction for me is Valley of Fire and Red Rock Canyon. We'll do them VERY early -- before it's sweltering.
Thanks for your help, suggestions -- and warning!
FYI, for those following this thread, I booked Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort for 4 nights, 7/16 - 7/20. It was partly chosen because it has a kitchen. It looks like a long drive to the Shakespeare Festival performances so we might not do that because it would require driving back in the dark. We'll stay the night of 7/15 at a Reno airport hotel. Then 2 nights at the Mirage in Las Vegas before heading to Nashville.
Why Las Vegas? Because it was $200 cheaper to fly Reno - Vegas - Nashville than just Reno to Nashville. Crazy! But it is essentially a free trip to Las Vegas. The main attraction for me is Valley of Fire and Red Rock Canyon. We'll do them VERY early -- before it's sweltering.
Thanks for your help, suggestions -- and warning!
Jun 18th, 2019, 08:16 PM
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janisj: It is pre-paid/non-cancelable. I got a fantastic rate through Hotwire. I hadn't been able to find anything anywhere near that price w/ a kitchen in a more desirable location.
Jun 18th, 2019, 08:28 PM
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Great price on Hotwire is a good thing -- just get away from southshore as much as you can.
Re the Shakespeare festival - It would be an OK drive -- because there will be lots of other cars driving down hwy 28/hwy 50 to southshore after the performance so you wouldn't be isolated. It is about 30 miles to your resort and the last 15 miles from the junction with hwy 50 it is 4 lane.
Re the Shakespeare festival - It would be an OK drive -- because there will be lots of other cars driving down hwy 28/hwy 50 to southshore after the performance so you wouldn't be isolated. It is about 30 miles to your resort and the last 15 miles from the junction with hwy 50 it is 4 lane.
Jun 19th, 2019, 05:46 AM
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The hotel you chose is very nice (we took a peek while riding bikes around the area). it’s just that Janis and I prefer a different side of the lake v the south shore. That said, we stayed on the south shore for a week last summer (followed by two weeks on the north shore). and had a great time.
Jun 19th, 2019, 06:05 AM
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Songdoc- if you can go the the Shakespeare show....GO. The location is amazing and the views are wow. They do have food for purchase which was excellent. Driving afterwards would not be bad. Janisj is right. It is not that far and there will be cars going that direction. Enjoy Tahoe.
Jun 19th, 2019, 06:34 PM
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If you go to the Shakespeare Festival, you may want to bring a flashlight (phone flashlight works but a real one is better) because after the show the parking lot is pretty dark (filled with people & cars of course, but there are no lights).
