At the second hairpin, catch your breathe on this stretch because you’re about to lose it again, gather your composure and power through this next set of hairpins, it takes strength and excellent aerobic fitness to power through the last hairpin to the ridge overlooking Cascade Lake (left) and Emerald Bay (right). The shoulder is narrow, so pay attention and try to sneak a peak of the lake for inspiration. Downshift and get out of the seat for that first hairpin, then settle in your seat and pedal. There is a wide section of road to take a break and enjoy the view if you like, or for hammerheads, just keep going! Breathe deep on the short descent and take advantage of the chance to pick up some speed as you get ready to burn up those legs and lungs on the switchbacks up to Emerald Bay. After a little warm up hill, you’re rewarded with your first, breathtaking view of Lake Tahoe. Pass the beach entrances and a grove of aspens by Taylor Creek, then the road begins to climb. Tallac dominating the skyline to your left. Enjoy the flats and get those legs warmed up as you continue past Camp Richardson stables, and adore the view of majestic Mt. (In summer, you might want to avoid the bike trail and the many families heading to the beaches.) It’s a nice flat cruise through the pines and firs as you approach and pass Camp Richardson. Depending on time of year, you can choose the paved bike trail or ride on the road. From the Y intersection, where you see Raley’s (intersection of Hwy 50 and Hwy 89), it’s 26 miles round trip to the beach at Bliss State Park and back.įrom the Y intersection, head north on Hwy 89 towards Tahoe City. From South Lake Tahoe, we like to do an out and back to Bliss State Park, which is just past Emerald Bay. One of the most scenic routes is the ride up to and around Emerald Bay. – Nancy Harrison, Director of Sales and Marketing at Stanford Sierra Camp, Fallen Leaf Lake
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