Visit the small towns along Lake Tahoe's northwestern shore on this scenic self-guided driving tour. The 20-mile (32-kilometer) drive begins at the Gatekeepers Museum and ends at the Mount Rose Scenic Overlook in Incline Village. As you drive, listen to stories about early Native American history in the Tahoe Basin, learn about the quaint communities of northwestern Lake Tahoe, hear how John Steinbeck and Mark Twain are connected to the area, and more.

Explore the Lake Tahoe area at your leisure with this self-guided tour
This driving tour can be completed in about 90 minutes without any stops
Visit two of Lake Tahoe’s most popular beaches along the way
Take in views from Stateline Fire Lookout and Mount Rose Overlook

What To Expect

Tahoe City

The tour starts in Tahoe City.
• Admission Ticket Free

North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center

The tour passes by the Tahoe City Visitor Information Center.
• Admission Ticket Free

Commons Beach Park

The tour passes by Commons Beach Park.
• Admission Ticket Free

Carnelian Bay

The tour passes by Carnelian Bay.
• Admission Ticket Free

Tahoe Vista

The tour passes by Tahoe Vista.
• Admission Ticket Free

Kings Beach State Recreation Area

The tour passes by the Kings Beach State Recreation Area.
• Admission Ticket Free

Historic Stateline Fire Lookout

The tour includes an optional stop at the Stateline Fire Lookout.
• Admission Ticket Free

Incline Village

The tour ends in Incline Village.
• Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
Not wheelchair accessible
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Include

Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS

Exclude

Food and drink
Smartphone and headphones
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Transportation