![]() Take the short detour at 2.2 miles to Emerald Point for postcard-worthy photo opportunities of the bay and summits of Desolation Wilderness. Starting at the storybook Vikingsholm Castle, the trail parallels Emerald Bay with views of Fannette Island, the only island of the lake. This section of the 22-mile Rubicon Trail is a moderate 4.5-mile point-to-point jaunt along a sapphire-blue shoreline. Deep Blue Waters-Rubicon Trail, Emerald Bay to Rubicon Point There’s also a waterfall at 1.2 miles that flows tremendously when the snow melts. Although the trail is open all year, spring is especially treasured for the splashes of wildflowers along the forest floor. Take it slow, and cherish the increasingly grand views of Tahoe as you ascend. This 6.3-mile (out-and-back) trail features steep climbs to gorgeous vistas. Lake Tahoe’s size and majesty are best appreciated at altitude. Although part of the region’s extensive backcountry, the trailhead is a walkable half-mile from town. Get a taste of the famed long-distance Tahoe Rim Trail on the Van Sickle Bi-State Trail, open to wheels, hooves, and paws. Tahoe from Above-Van Sickle Bi-State Trail Fall is equally gorgeous when fiery aspens turn brilliant shades of gold. During spring, explosive wildflower blooms grace the meadows. Summer is a popular time of year for this hike, but come during the off-season and have the trail to yourself. This 2.8-mile trail follows a meandering route alongside an alpine creek and meadows, arriving at sandy Nevada Beach. The trailhead is a brief ride or walk from downtown South Lake Tahoe and the hotels of Stateline. Whether on wheels or in boots, start your outdoor adventure with a short trip to a beautiful sunset on the Lam Watah Nature Trail. Have a bigger group? Tahoe Bike Company rents a full complement of single bikes, electric bikes, and four-person surrey cycles for the most novel method of transit while beer tasting or shopping. You can also grab a cycle from South Shore Bikes, where friendly staff give insider tips on the wealth of singletrack trails in the backcountry. Pick one up and pedal out to Emerald Bay directly from the shop, or take a daring ride along the Flume Trail on the Nevada side. The folks at Anderson’s Bicycle Rentals have a massive fleet ranging from beach cruisers to full-suspension mountain bikes. Whether you prefer a relaxing ride around town or demanding singletrack, rent your bicycle at any one of Tahoe’s outfitters. There are hundreds of trails within a short distance of South Lake Tahoe, and most of them are open to bikes. Whether on a trail high in the mountains or a lakeside golf course, discover the enchantment of the High Sierras outdoors. A World of Alpine Wonders by foot, bike, or horseback-adventure awaits
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