For driving, parking, hiking, boating, biking, eating.
In the first seven days of my new book launch, I've been around the lake twice. And I've seen what most locals avoid. Which is tourists trying to get someplace - anyplace - find parking, beach spots, hiking trails, dinner reservations etc. Many are frustrated and get turned away by the various gate-keepers.
But even at the busiest times of the year, Tahoe can be a great experience if you simply go early. For hiking, try to be at the trail head by 7 a.m. For the beaches and parks, show up at the entrance gate 15 or 20 minutes before they open. (Google your destination to see what the hours are.) For a deli sandwich or other groceries and picnic supplies, get to the supermarket by 8 a.m., or much earlier if possible. Again, look up the hours online.
Locals have to get their daily supplies, too. But we know that during summer one should be done with all errands and be off the road by 9 a.m.
If you get to your destination early, you'll be much happier.
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| Tahoe Beach before the crowds arrive. |
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