Dear Valued Guest:
Welcome to the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel. We are very proud to be the only full-service, all-suite resort in beautiful Lake Tahoe.
Our goal is to make sure that you are completely satisfied with your stay. Our team is ready to do all we can to assure you enjoy a pleasant stay, and all we ask is that you let us know if there is anything additional we can provide to make you more comfortable.
We strive every day to minimize our carbon footprint. Our property has received the coveted “Two Palm” status certification with the California Green Lodging Program, which recognizes us as a leader in Lodging Sustainability. We are also proud to be a “zero-waste” meeting provider. You can join our team efforts by utilizing the recycle bins provided on floors 2 through 7.
If, in the course of your stay, there is anything we have overlooked or can do to make your stay more enjoyable, we encourage you to let us know.
Please enjoy the beautiful surroundings that await you in Lake Tahoe and enjoy the amenities we offer. During your stay, treat us as your home away from home and come back to visit us again soon.
Warmest Regards,
Bill Cottrill
GeneralManager
Play It Safe: Family Travel Safety Tips
At the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel, we are committed to the safety and comfort of our guests. Adhering to the following Safety Tips for families will help ensure that your stay will be as enjoyable as possible.
• Children should always be attended and supervised by an adult throughout the hotel.
• Always accompany and hold children’s hands while riding in elevators and walking on stairways.
• Never leave children unattended in guest suite.
• Caution children not to run around the swimming pool area. Walk with caution upon re-entering the lobby from the pool areas (surfaces can be slick when wet). Please notify the hotel staff if you see standing water on slick surfaces.
• Diving in the swimming pool is not permitted.
• Monitor television programming being viewed by your children in the hotel; some television stations may offer more adult-oriented programming, especially during evening hours.
• Use caution and follow instructions when operating the in-suite microwave oven, iron and ironing board, and coffeemaker.
• Always use the peephole to identify visitors who come to your guest suite door; if an unfamiliar person is making an unexpected visit, immediately call hotel security to help identify the individual(s) at your door before opening the door.
• Don’t invite strangers to your guest suite; check to see that all sliding glass and connecting doors are locked in your guest suite.
• Utilize all locks, latches and door guards on your guest suite door while inside your suite; when exiting your suite, make sure that the door shuts completely and locks.
• Please advise hotel security if you witness any suspicious behavior on the property.
• Be cautious when venturing out on foot into surrounding areas of any hotel.
• When returning to your hotel late in the evening, use the main entrance. Be observant and look around before entering parking lots.
• Don’t needlessly display guest room keys in public or carelessly leave them on restaurant tables, at the swimming pool or other places where they can be easily stolen.
• Do not draw attention to yourself by displaying large amounts of cash or jewelry.
• Place all valuables in the hotel safe deposit box.
• Never leave children unattended in an automobile; do not leave valuables in your vehicle.
• Utilize seatbelts for each passenger in all vehicles.
• When sightseeing, include name and emergency contact phone number (such as cellular number) for every person, which may be particularly helpful for children if they become separated.
• Take non-alcoholic beverages along when sightseeing; dehydration is a risk, especially at higher elevations.
High Altitude Tips
Our resort is at 6,235 feet above sea level – which is considered high altitude, and some people acclimate more readily than others. The higher the elevation you come from, the smoother the transition; the slower the ascent is, the lighter your symptoms will be. A few may experience a milder form of Altitude Sickness, called Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS); this affects twenty to thirty percent of visitors within six to forty-eight hours after ascent. Those who are most susceptible are infants, small children, the elderly, and those who suffer from a chronic illness. Some of the symptoms one may experience are listed below, but are not limited to:
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Nausea or lack of hunger
• Dizziness
• Shortness of breath or dyspnea (difficulty breathing)
• Sleep apnea (absence of breathing for fifteen seconds or more)
• Muscle aches and pains
• Frequent urination v Difficulty sleeping • Dehydration
What causes Altitude Sickness and/or AMS is the lack of oxygen in the air available for breathing. As elevation increases, air molecules are spaced further apart due to decreased atmospheric pressure. Although everyone is unique, for most, mild Altitude Sickness is not a huge concern for extended stays at an elevation of 8,000 feet or less. Those with moderate or severe AMS should see a doctor at once.
Please keep in mind that the same physical activity you participate in at sea level may be more strenuous for you here, such as walking uphill, climbing stairs, running, your usual exercise routine, etc. This does not mean you must limit yourself, simply listen to your body and take a break if needed.
What can you do to reduce the severity of AMS? Remember to:
• Arrive here well-rested.
• Avoid alcohol, sleeping pills or narcotics (please consult your physician if you are prescribed the latter two before altering your dosage), as they may decrease ventilation, intensify hypoxemia (insufficient oxygenation of the blood) and make symptoms worse. A good rule of thumb: one alcohol beverage at this altitude is equivalent to two at sea level.
• Drink plenty of fluids (decaffeinated) – more than you would at sea level (i.e., water and health drinks). Avoid sodas, coffee, and alcohol.
• Eat high-carbohydrate foods and avoid fatty foods. (Please consult a physician if you have a condition that requires you to follow a certain diet before altering your nutritional intake).
• Avoid heavy exercises; mild exercise is fine, such as walking, if you already do so.
• Some may require additional oxygen.
Please note that if you experience altered mental state, pneumonia-like symptoms, and/or neurological abnormalities, please seek medical attention at once. We sincerely hope that this information has been valuable to you. Have fun in Lake Tahoe and be safe. If we can be of any assistance, please contact Guest Services by dialing “0” or by visiting the Front Desk.
Once again, thank you for choosing our beautiful all-Suite resort as your home away from home in South Lake Tahoe.
Please note that the preceding information is for your better understanding of high altitude and its effect(s) on the human body; each person is unique and not everyone responds the same. The Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel is not responsible for misuse of this information, and strongly encourages you to speak with a medical professional should you have any questions or concerns regarding Altitude Sickness, AMS or any information you have read or regarding any information not included in this insert.
Safety & Security Procedures
The safety and security of your personal property are of the utmost concern to those of us who welcome you as our guest. We urge you to take advantage of the following:
SAFE DEPOSIT BOXES
Do not leave money or valuables in your suite. We provide safe deposit boxes for your use at the Front Desk at no charge. Under state law, the hotel is not responsible for loss unless articles have been secured properly in these boxes.
DEADBOLT AND NIGHT LATCH
For additional security, utilize the deadbolt lock provided on your door upon entering. This will prevent the door from being opened by a regular suite key. As an additional precaution, please secure the night latch.
ADMITTANCE
Do not admit persons to your suite without first making identification. A “peep hole” is provided in your door for your convenience. If there is any doubt of the person’s true identity, please contact the Front Desk.
KEYS
Do safeguard your key. Be sure to leave it with the Front Desk upon departure. Do not leave it in your suite or in the door. Do not give your key to others. Please register each guest (16 and over) in your suite.
FIRE
Please familiarize yourself with the location of the nearest fire exit stairway. In the unlikely event of a fire, please move quickly, but calmly to the stairs. Avoid the use of elevators.
Report fire or smoke to the Hotel Operator. A map is also located on the door to your suite.
Fire Safety Message
When you check in . . .
• Find the fire exits in your corridor. Make sure that they are not locked or blocked. Count the doorways and other features between your suite and the exits so that you can find your way out in an emergency.
• Learn the layout of your suite and know how to unlock your door in the dark.
• Put your suite key and a flashlight close to where you sleep so you can find them easily. You will need the key to re-enter your suite if smoke or fire blocks your exits.
When the suite door is not hot or there is not smoke in the hall . . .
• Check if the hall is clear of smoke. If it’s clear, it’s probably safe to leave your suite. Grab your key, close the door securely behind you, and walk to the exit.
• Walk down to the ground level using the stairwells, holding onto the handrail to protect yourself from being knocked down by someone in a panic. If you encounter smoke or fire at lower levels, turn around and walk up to clearer air, or to the roof if it is accessible, or use another exit.
When the suite door is hot or there is smoke in the hall . . .
• Don’t panic. You can stay in your suite and still survive a fire.
• Fill the tub with water for wetting towels, sheets, etc. The tub water might also be needed for cooling down the walls. An ice bucket or wastebasket can be used for bailing water.
• Seal the door from smoke with wet paper towels, cloth towels, tissues, sheets, etc. (you can also use wide duct-tape). Cover or block the vents too. You could tape a magazine over the vent or stuff it with wet towels, etc.
• If the phone works, call for help. Hang a sheet out the window to signal firefighters, but don’t try to use it to climb down.
• In spite of your efforts, if smoke still enters your suite, make a tent over your head with a blanket or sheet at a slightly opened window and breathe air that is free of smoke. If the windows do not open, you may have to break one with a chair or drawer, but only do this as a last resort.
If smoke can enter your suite from outside the window, do not open it. Once you break the window, you won’t be able to close it.
When a fire starts in your suite . . .
• Evacuate your suite immediately. Grab your key and close the door securely behind you.
• Sound the alarm and notify your neighbors.
• Use the nearest phone to call the Front Desk or Hotel Operator immediately.
• Walk to safety via the fire exit.
Guest Services
ADA Information
For any questions or complaints regarding the services, amenities, accommodations, or facilities provided to persons with disabilities, please contact the hotel’s Manager on Duty (our ADA Contact Person) at extension 0.
Advance Hotel Reservations
For advance reservations for this hotel, please call Reservations
Touch - 7777 or 1-877-497-8483
Airlines Information
Alaska Airlines - 866-252-7522
Allegiant Air - 702-505-8888
American Airlines - 800-433-7300
Delta Airlines - 800-221-1212
Jet Blue - 800-538-2583
Southwest Airlines - 800-435-9792
United Airlines - 800-241-6522
Volaris Airlines - 855-865-2747
Airport Transportation
Please contact Concierge for assistance with Airport Transportation - Touch 2161
South Tahoe Airporter - 866-898-2463
Ambulance
In case of emergency, please contact Guest Services - Touch 0 or 9 + 911
Local emergency centers are:
Barton Memorial Hospital - 530-541-3420
Stateline Medical Center - .775-588-3561
ATM
Located in Lobby opposite the Front Desk.
Auto Rental
Avis/Budget is on the First Floor near the elevators.
for your convenience - 530-544-5289
Baby Cribs
Baby cribs are available for $15 per night.
Please contact Housekeeping - Touch 2150
Babysitting Service - Touch 2161
Baggage Assistance
Please contact the Bell Desk - Touch 7160
Banks
Bank of America - 530-573-0405
El Dorado Savings - 530-541-8000
Wells Fargo Bank - 530-542-3995
US BANK - 530-542-1221
Bell Captain - Touch 7160
Cashier
Located at the Front Desk - Touch 0
Catering and Banquets - Touch 2119
Chamber of Commerce
Lake Tahoe South Shore - 775-588-1728
Check-In / Check-Out
Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is 11:00 a.m.
Complimentary Breakfast
Complimentary Breakfast Buffet is served on the Second Floor Atrium. Monday through Friday; our service hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Saturday and Sunday 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Shirts and shoes are required for Complimentary Breakfast and please, no bathing suits, bathrobes, or pajamas.
Conference Information - Touch 0
Copies
Please contact our Front Desk for photo copies (.25¢/page charges will apply)
Touch 0
Credit Cards
The Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel honors all major credit cards including American Express, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, JCB, Discover, MasterCard and Visa.
Currency Exchange
Currency exchange is available at Harrah’s Casino Hotel, Main Cashier located in the casino. British, Canadian, Australian, Euro, and Japanese.
Dry Cleaning - Touch 7160
One-day service available for dry cleaning and laundry. Items must be dropped off at the Bell Desk by 9:00 a.m. or call for pick up. Monday through Saturday (excludes holidays).
Emergency
Fire - Operator or Touch 9 + 911
Police - Operator or Touch 9 + 911
Engineering
If anything is not working properly in your suite, please call Guest Services Touch 0
Express Check-Out
Hotel Guests paying by credit card will receive an itemized bill under their Suite door the morning of departure. Should you find your charges in order, you may simply call Guest Services by touching “0” and inform us of your Express Check- out. If you have any questions regarding your bill, please do not hesitate to contact a Guest Service Representative by touching “0”.
Facsimile Services
Charges for outgoing faxes within the United States will be $1.00 for each page. International outgoing faxes will be $5.00 for each page.
Federal Express
Drop off time for outgoing Federal Express should be no later than 2:00 p.m. at our Front Desk. All incoming Federal Express and parcels are delivered once a day by 11:30 a.m., depending on weather conditions. You may use your own Federal Express account number or credit card number.
Fitness Facilities
We are pleased to provide a variety of fitness equipment for guests of the Hotel. Our Fitness Facility is located inside the pool area on the 2nd floor.
Front Desk
Information - Touch 7103
Full Service Concierge - Touch 2161
To have the best experience during your stay, let us help you plan your vacation while you are here. Contact the Concierge Services Desk for all your dinner, show, recreation, and entertainment reservations. Visit the desk and receive brochures and valuable coupons for dining, recreation, entertainment, and lake activities. We can assist you with weather, road, mountain, and lake conditions too.
Golf Courses
Please contact Concierge for information and tee times - Touch 2161
Guest Services Manager - Touch 0
Heavenly Ski Shop (Seasonal) - Touch 7128
Hospital
Barton Memorial Hospital - 530-541-3420
Housekeeping
Along with daily housekeeping service, our housekeeping team will gladly provide special amenities for your comfort – additional towels, pillows or other items for your Suite - Touch 0
Ice and Vending Machines
Soda and ice machines are located on the 2nd through 9th floors, adjacent to elevators. Vending machine is located in 2nd floor vending area.
Internet High-speed and Wireless
High-speed and Wireless Internet connection available. Log on as you normally would. Follow on-screen instructions to charge to your suite.
If you printed to our Business Center, your document will be stored securely on-line until you release it with your personal passcode (type your passcode onto the Print Valet keypad).
Irons and Ironing Boards
In bedroom closet.
Laundry Service
For your convenience, we have coin-operated washing machines, dryers and soap dispensers available on the 8th and 9th floors adjacent to elevators.
Limousines
If you wish to lease a chauffeur-driven limousine, please contact Concierge Touch 2161
Lost and Found
Please contact Lost and Found - Touch 2150
Mail Services
Outgoing mail should be left at the Front Desk no later than 10:00 a.m. Mail received for guests staying in the hotel is available for pickup at the Front Desk after 1:00 p.m. Mail services not available on Saturday, Sunday and all holidays.
Maps
Complimentary area maps are available at the Concierge Desk in the Lobby Touch 2161
Postage Stamps
Stamps are available for purchase at the
Front Desk - Touch 7103
For international postage rates, please contact
Guest Services - Touch 0
Radio Stations
KTHO - 590 AM
KOWL - 1490 AM
KRLT - 93.9 FM
Road Conditions
California - 800-427-7623
Nevada - 877-687-6237
Restaurant
Echo is located on the first floor. Offering California casual cuisine. Serving daily from 11:30 a.m.
Room Service
In-Suite Dining is available 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. seven days a week. Please touch the Room Service button located on your phone to place your order.
Safe-Deposit Boxes
The hotel is not responsible for valuables left in suites or in automobiles. Safe-deposit boxes are available at the Front Desk for your convenience……………………...…….Touch 0
Sales-Groups
Please contact the sales office located on the lobby level - Touch 2129
Security
Please contact Guest Services - Touch 0
Shopping Centers
The Village Center located on Hwy. 50 & Park Ave.; Factory Stores at the Y located on Hwys. 50 & 89; Roundhill Mall located Hwy. 50 at Elks Point Rd.; South Y Center located on Hwys. 50 & 89; Heavenly Village located next door.
Ski Check
Please contact the Bell Desk.
Complimentary of Charge - Touch 7160
Ski Conditions
Please contact the Concierge - Touch 2161
Swimming Pool
The swimming pool is located on the 2nd floor and is open from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight daily. Adults only from 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight. Towels are available poolside.
Taxi Cab
Please contact the Concierge - Touch 2161
Theatres
Heavenly Village Cinema - 544-1110
The Loading Zone
Located next to the Front Desk; sundries, snacks and beverages - Touch 0
Time and Temperature
Touch 775 588-4321 or 0
Transportation
We are happy to direct you to public and private transportation in the Lake Tahoe Basin. These modes of transportation provide you a reliable and convenient way of getting to your destination.
Please contact Concierge for assistance
Touch 2161
Valet Parking
A fee for every day/night will be directly charged to your suite. Your vehicle is located in our under-ground garage - Touch 7165
Wake-Up Calls
Please contact Guest Services or set automated through the phone in your suite - Touch 0
Meeting Rooms
Meeting Space Floor Plans
Flexibility is the key word for meetings arranged at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel.
MEETING SPACE INFORMATION
Over 10,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting/banquet space. Largest single room capacity is 600 people. Audio/Visual equipment on site. All meeting rooms open into spacious pre-function areas.
STAFF
You’ll find a skilled and dedicated conference services and catering team, responsive to your every need.
MEETING GUARANTEE
Our “Meeting Guarantee” is designed to meet your requirements for a quality, productive meeting. We pledge that if any items specified in your signed contract are not fulfilled properly, you will be promptly compensated or credited.
Massage
Massage and Energy Therapy
Light Pressure Massage - 1 hour
Soothing and gentle – put your stress to rest.
Medium Pressure Massage - 1 hour
Relieves sore, overworked muscles.
Deep Pressure Massage - 1 hour
Deeper, more specific work to relieve pressure points and knots.
BioGenesis Energy Treatment - 1/2 hour
(can be combined with other treatments) Energy tools to restore, refresh, and renew your physical, mental, and emotional energy.
Aromatherapy - 1 hour
Combines the art of aromatic essences with a soothing massage.
Back/Neck/Shoulder Massage - 1/2 hour
Concentrates on those areas where stress most frequently arises.
Foot Reflexology - 1/2 hour
(can be combined with other treatments) Addresses specific pressure points on the feet to relax, rejuvenate, and relieve conditions in the body.
Mother-to-Be - 1 hour
Relax while you can! Promotes circulation in the legs and arms, alleviates back pain and eases edema discomfort.
Please Note: Quoted times include room set-up, treatment, and dismantle; quoted prices are per person; 8 hour cancellation is required to avoid charges.
Spa Treatments
Heavenly Body Polish - 1 hour
Luxuriously rejuvenating and invigorating. Will soften and moisten – leaving your skin silky smooth and oh-so-touchable! Includes body brushing, reflexology and head/neck massage.
Aphrodite Algae Wrap - 1 hour
After being wrapped in a warm cocoon of algae mud and nurtured with a foot massage you’ll emerge feeling renewed, radiant, refreshed! Completed with neck/head massage.
Aloetherapy Body Wrap - 1 hour
Ideal for those concerned about sun damage. A pure, natural aloe-based pack supplemented with aromatherapy oils, oceanic algae and hydroxy acids will infuse your skin with moisture. Includes body brushing, reflexology and head/neck massage.
The “Ultimate” Treatment - 2 hours
For a completely revitalizing treatment, combine a Heavenly Body Polish with either an Aphrodite Algae Wrap or Aloetherapy Wrap and soothing massage. Truly the “Ultimate Treat”!
Relax in comfort and convenience - without leaving your suite!
One of our highly trained massage and spa professionals will bring massage table, music, and all – right to your suite.
For prices and to arrange your appointment, please call 530-544-7621.
Available daily 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Kidding Around in Lake Tahoe
Traveling in Tahoe with kids? Here are some helpful tips no matter what Mother Nature is doing ...
• Our pool hours for kids 17 and under are from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Please accompany your children at all times.
• We have electrical outlet safety covers upon request to protect your toddlers; Dial “0”.
• There are a variety of family-oriented restaurants in the area; to name a few; our own ECHO, Applebee’s, Blue Dog’s Pizza, Denny’s, Forest Buffet, IHOP, Heidi’s Pancake House, Lake Tahoe Pizza Company, Chevy’s and Tep’s Villa Roma.
Heavenly Daycare (530-542-6912) accommodates children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years.
Summer Activities
Next door at the Heavenly Village, there is a movie theater, miniature golf, shopping and restaurants. You can also take a scenic ride on a the Heavenly Gondola, where you will be able to see breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Tahoe.
Complimentary access to Round Hill Pines Beach, located three miles north on Highway 50 (passes available at the Front Desk).
Kahle Park (located on Highway 207) has two separate playgrounds, ball fields, and basketball courts outdoors. There are also basketball and volleyball courts indoors. There are summer camps and activities available for kids. Please call 775-586-7271 for schedules and information.
Winter Activities
Next door at the Heavenly Village, there is an ice-skating rink and the Gondola can be taken to the Heavenly Ski School (information below). Also available is tubing, ski and snowboard instruction at virtually all ski resorts in the Tahoe Basin. Many resorts offer snowshoeing and cross-country ski excursions as well.
Our friendly Concierge team can also guide you and your family toward the perfect activity or restaurant – just dial 2161. Their hours of operation are from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Any one of our team members, especially the Concierge, can provide you with additional information regarding the above activities and many more for the entire family.
Please be advised that this helpful information is subject to change; it could be affected by many variables, including, but not limited to: weather, availability, seasonal changes, etc. Advance reservations may be required for some activities.
Please refer to the High Altitude insert in this Directory as a guide on how to vacation in the higher elevation of the Sierras in comfort.
Thank you for choosing the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel as your home away from home. Live like a local for a while – remove your watch, put away your smart phone and tablet and enjoy the beautiful Lake Tahoe environment.
Points of Interest
THINGS TO DO AND PLACES TO GO
Beaches
Lake Tahoe is surrounded by many beautiful beaches. In the immediate area are Regan Beach, Pope Beach and Baldwin Beach. Others in the surrounding areas are Sand Harbor near Incline Village and Nevada Beach at Round Hill. Please see the Concierge for maps and directions.
Guests can enjoy complimentary access to Round Hill Pines Beach. Please see the Front Desk for passes.
D.L. Bliss State Park
Four miles of hiking trails with 15 picnic sites along with 3.5 miles of Lake Tahoe shoreline to enjoy.
Carson City
One of the smallest state capitols in the U.S.; within an afternoon, visit an authentic mine, the State Capitol Building, the Carson Fire Museum, and lovely homes on the town’s historic home tour. The Nevada State Railroad Museum houses restored Virginia and Truckee Railway engines and cars.
Crystal Bay Fire Lookout
For a panoramic view of Lake Tahoe, hike an easy one-half mile up to the Crystal Bay Fire Lookout. Located off Lakeview Drive between Crystal Bay and Incline Village, “Hotel d’Chipmunk” was a small cabin manned by the Forest Service. The lookout is surrounded by a platform and a self-guided nature walking tour.
Ehrman Mansion at Sugar Pine Point State Park
Located on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore at Tahoma. During summer months, tours of the mansion and grounds are conducted several times daily.
Emerald Bay / Vikingsholm Castle
Emerald Bay offers one of the most breathtaking views anywhere in beautiful Lake Tahoe. On the shore stands Vikingsholm Castle built in 1928 by heiress Lora Knight. A stone teahouse was constructed atop Fannette Island within Emerald Bay. Naturalists lead daily tours through the estate between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Fanny Bridge
The Fanny Bridge crosses the lake’s only outlet. Newspaper editor Stub Stollery coined the phrase, “Dozens of fannies can be seen” as people look over the bridge’s railing in awe at the giant trout in the deep pond below.
Tahoe Historical Society Museum
The Lake Tahoe Historical Museum, located beside the South Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce building, highlights the past with the Washoe Indians, the first settlers of Lake Tahoe, to the colorful “Snowshoe Thompson,” to recent history. Open 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, or call for an appointment at 541-5458. Closed winter months.
Tahoe Rim Trail
The Tahoe Rim Trail is a 175-mile look around the entire Tahoe basin and through some of the most beautiful wilderness in the Sierra Nevadas. Developed trailheads are located at Spooner Summit. From there, hikers can go south eight miles or north about six miles to Marlette Lake and beyond. Another trailhead is located at Tahoe City. That trail takes you 12 miles east to Watson Lake and beyond. A third trailhead is located at Grass Lake south of South Lake Tahoe, which extends 16 miles to the Star Lake area.
Truckee / Donner
Donner Camp Picnic Grounds is the site of the George and Jacob Donner families camp during the fateful winter of 1846-47. According to historical accounts, George Donner stopped to fix a broken wagon wheel; believing he could fix it and then catch up with the others, he instructed the others to continue. While fixing the wheel, he was injured. Due to the severity of the injury and the summit covered in storm clouds, Donner decided to stay in the Alder Creek area until his injury healed and the weather lifted. The party constructed makeshift lean-tos against trees and prepared to camp for a short while; bad weather, however, stranded the families for the winter. The area is home to deer, squirrels, chipmunks, porcupines, raccoons, beaver and a wide variety of birds.
Van Sickle Bi-State Park
Van Sickle Bi-State Park represents a long-held vision and partnership between the states of California and Nevada and a regionally significant recreational opporunity at Lake Tahoe. When the Van Sickle family donated 542 acres to the Nevada Division of State Parks (NDSP) in 1989 to create a new park, the Nevada Division of State Parks (NDSP) and the California Department of Parks and Recreation envisioned acquisition of the adjacent 156 acres on the California side to develop the nation’s first bi-state park. In 2001, the Conservancy purchased the California property to bring this concept to fruition. Van Sickle Bi-State Park is located within a few minutes’ walk from the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel.
Virginia City
Established in 1859, Virginia City became the richest mining town in the world. Today it looks remarkably the same with its wooden sidewalks, restored mansions, mine tours, “Boot Hill”, “Old West” saloons and the “Piper Opera House”. Mark Twain began his illustrious writing career at “The Territorial Enterprise”, and today you can visit his museum. Mines abound in the region; miles of tunnels are located directly beneath the town.
LAKE TAHOE FACTS AND FIGURES
Elevation
The surface of Lake Tahoe is an average 6,226 feet above sea level. The highest peak rising directly from the shore is Mt. Tallac at 9,735 feet. The highest point in the Tahoe Basin is Freel Peak at 10,881 feet.
Size
Lake Tahoe is the largest Alpine lake on the North American continent. It is 12 miles wide, 22 miles long and has a surface area of 122,200 acres, or 193 square miles.
Depth
The average depth of Lake Tahoe is 989 feet. The deepest point is 1,685 feet. It is the third- deepest lake in North America. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation controls the top 6.1 feet of the lake as a reservoir.
Volume
Lake Tahoe contains an estimated 39.75 trillion gallons or 122 million areas of one-foot depth. Enough water to cover the entire state of California to a depth of 14 inches. The water that evaporates from the lake each day is 1.4 million tons, enough to supply the needs of 3.5 million people on a daily basis.
Temperature
During the summer, the upper 12 feet of the lake can warm to 68 degrees F. Below depths of 700 feet and in winter months, the temperature remains a constant 39 degrees F.
Purity
The water in Lake Tahoe is 99.7 percent pure, about the same as distilled water. It is so pure that a dinner plate is visible more than 75 feet below the surface.
Climate
The sun shines an average of 274 days (or 75 percent) of the year. Weather in the Sierras can be unpredictable and snowfall has been recorded at Lake Tahoe in every month of the year.
This Directory Prepared By: Regal Publications 2023
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