![]() There is a water taxi that can take both of you across the lake. This is a great spot for you and your dog to picnic and swim. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive north on Hwy 50 for 3 miles and turn right at the sign for the Tallac Historic Site. ![]() While you are there, check out the three historic estates: Pope, Valhalla, and Baldwin. Leashed dogs are allowed on the grounds and at the beach of the Tallac Historic Site. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive north on Hwy 89 for 2.5 miles to Kiva Beach. This long, sandy beach has restrooms and picnic tables. Turn left on Hwy 89 and drive to Luther Pass and park on the side of the road From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive south for 4.5 miles on Hwy 50 to the stop light. There are about 3 miles of flat, open meadow for you and your dogs. From the South Lake Tahoe Y, drive south on Hwy 50 for 9.6 miles and turn right on Echo Lake road. A sno-park permit is needed to park here. A map of the trails can be picked up at the Forest Service Office. There are many trails in this area, most which lead to Upper and Lower Echo Lakes. This trail is for intermediate cross country skiers and their dogs. Turn left and follow to the end of the road where the trail begins down a fire road on your left. Turn right on Glenmore Way and left on Dundee Circle. From the South Lake Tahoe Y, drive south for 2.5 miles on Hwy 50 turn right on Tahoe Mountain Road. You will ski through woods and past several small lakes. The trail starts a t the end of the road. Continue on this road until the pavement ends, approx. Turn right on Oneidas Street and drive to the end, where it becomes a Forest Service Road. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive south on Hwy 50 for 4 miles and turn left on Pioneer Road. There are six miles of trails (one way) for the more advanced cross country skier. A sno-park permit is required to park here. From the South Lake Tahoe Y, drive north on Hwy 89 for 3.5 miles to the sno-park. There are trails for all level of cross country skier in this sno-park. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive south for 4.5 miles on Highway 50 to the stop light. The Ralston Peak trailhead is on the left side of the road. Drive down this dirt road and park at the church. From the South Lake Tahoe Y, drive 13.5 miles south on Hwy 50 and turn right at Camp Sacramento. A wilderness permit is required for this hike. This scenic hike into Desolation Wilderness gives you beautiful views of Horsetail Falls, one of the most breathtaking waterfalls in Lake Tahoe. For more information on the water taxi, call 53 The water taxi leaves from the boat dock at the Echo Lake Resort. Park in the upper lot at the Echo Lakes Resort. Continue to an intersection and turn left. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive south on Hwy 50 for 9.6 miles and turn right on Echo Lakes Road. Over summer, you and your dog can take the water taxi that crosses Echo Lake, and shorten your hike by 5 miles. This is one of the most spectacular hikes in the area! Bring your camera and enjoy the scenery. You will begin at lower Echo Lake and end at Lake Aloha. Park and begin hiking on the gravel road, following the signs to Susie Lake. Follow the signs toward Lily Lake to the Glen Alpine Trailhead. Pass the Fallen Leaf Lodge and and continue down the Forest Service Road. From the South Lake Tahoe Y drive north 3 miles on Hwy 89 and turn left on Fallen Leaf Lake Road. Continue another mile past Susie Lake to reach Heather Lake, and another 2 miles to reach Lake Aloha. This scenic trail in desolation Wilderness passes by creeks and waterfalls. Follow the road past the campground to the Fallen Leaf Lake Trailhead. From the South Lake Tahoe Y, drive north on Hwy 89 and turn left on Fallen Leaf Lake Road. This beautiful lake is a great spot for picnicking, swimming, fishing, and biking. Continue to the end of the road and park past the houses. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive south on Hwy 50 for 5.3 miles and turn left on South Upper Truckee Road, Drive 3.5 miles and turn at the Hawley Grade sign. The trail follows the Upper Truckee River. ![]() This historic hike is on the first wagon road built in the area in the late 1850's. Turn left on the dirt road at the Mount Tallac Trailhead sign across from Baldwin Beach. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive north on Hwy 89 for 3.5 miles. Bring a jacket, it can get cold at the top. You will pass 2 lakes, which are a great spot for a picnic lunch. You will climb 5 miles and gain over 3,000 feet of elevation to arrive at the top of Mount Tallac, where you will have truly unbelievable views of all of Lake Tahoe.
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