3 days in Sedona
Red rock hikes, a creek afternoon and sunset at Airport Mesa
Lake Tahoe 3 days
3 days at Lake Tahoe
A summer loop: Sand Harbor and the east shore, Emerald Bay on the west shore, then the south shore
Three days, three shores. Summer first: the east shore beaches, the west shore's Emerald Bay and the south shore's gondola and creek. In winter swap the beaches for skiing and check road conditions first.
Day 1
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9:00 AM
East Shore Trail Walk or bike · Easy
The paved path from Incline Village toward Sand Harbor, about 3 miles each way.
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11:30 AM
Sand Harbor Beach · Nevada
Your reserved day-use slot. Swim, picnic and walk to Memorial Point.
Official info
Day 2
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8:30 AM
Eagle Falls Hike · Easy-moderate
Get a Desolation Wilderness day permit. Go early for parking.
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10:30 AM
Emerald Bay overlook Viewpoint
The classic view of Fannette Island from the SR-89 overlook.
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12:00 PM
Vikingsholm Historic house
A steep walk down and back up; tours are in season only and first come, first served.
Official info - 3:00 PM
Day 3
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10:00 AM
Heavenly Scenic Gondola Gondola · Views
Lake views from the mountain. Check operating days before you go.
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2:00 PM
Taylor Creek Visitor Center Visitor center · Easy walk
US Forest Service site on the south shore; hours change by season.
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4:30 PM
Nevada Beach Beach · Nevada
Sunset on the Nevada side of the south shore.
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