Incline Village, Nevada
Top Spots in and near Incline Village
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Carson City, Nevada
Hike to Secret Cove
5.00.9 mi / 209 ft gainTake a short little hike down from HWY 28 to Secret Cove to relax on the beach on sunbathe on rocks. The water is incredibly clear and has different shades of turquoise. There are many rocks to climb on and the water is great for swimming. It gets crowded early, and is a nude beach, so plan accor...Read more -
New Washoe City, Nevada
Ski or Snowboard Mt. Rose
5.0The Resort is located about 30 miles (50 km) south of Reno in the Carson Range. Mt. Rose is Tahoe's highest base elevation at about 8,260 ft (2,520 m) and the summit is 9,700 ft (3,000 m). The resort area is 1,200 acres (4.9 km2), and is located in the Toiyabe National Forest.See the resort map h...Read more -
Carson City, Nevada
Secret Harbor / Whale Beach
4.01.67 mi / 384 ft gainSecret Harbor / Whale Beach is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Carson City, Nevada.Read more -
Carson City, Nevada
Hike to Skunk Harbor
4.5The parking for Skunk Beach is very limited and a little difficult to find. Make sure you get there early if you want a spot. The parking is a turnoff along highway 28, about two miles north of the junction with highway 50. There is no trail sign or anything but there is an old green pipe gate wh...Read more -
Carson City, Nevada
Skunk Harbor
4.02.83 mi / 564 ft gainSkunk Harbor is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Glenbrook, Nevada.Read more -
Tahoe City, California
Photograph the Lupine at Lake Forest Beach
A quick walk through Lake Forest Beach in Tahoe City, California provides unparalleled opportunities to photograph expansive fields of lupine. These brilliant purple wildflowers cover the lowland shore of this public beach each summer, typically starting in mid-July through mid-August. In drought...Read more -
Tahoe City, California
Purple Trail and Burton Creek Loop
3.76 mi / 492 ft gainBurton Creek State Park is a moderate hike. It is a secluded peaceful hike that offers amazing views of the lake. This is a popular spot for mountain bikers, but is also ideal for hiking. Much of the trail is through the forest and there are many maps and signs pointing out the trails. The hike ...Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Jones Creek Loop
1.5 mi / 335 ft gainNestled in a forested area on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada, Galena Creek Regional Park is seven miles up the Mt. Rose Highway from the intersection with I-580. Galena Creek flows through the park creating separate north and south portions of the park, and the Jones Creek Loop is a great...Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Church's Pond via the Jones-Whites Creek Trail
4.06.49 mi / 2185 ft gainFor the first 0.6 miles the trail follows a peaceful creek, before upping the steepness as it ascends the mountain sides via multiple switchbacks. At 2.5 miles in, you reach a peak that allows you to see from Reno to Washoe City; a perfectly good place for sane people to enjoy and turn back. Howe...Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Jones Whites Creek Loop
5.09.65 mi / 2405 ft gainStarting at about 6500 ft of elevation Jones Creek Trail is a 9.2 mi loop trail starting in Galena Creek Park. The park itself is very accessible off of Mt. Rose Highway, parking is free, and there is plenty of it during a typical weekend. When entering the park simply follow the signs that say "...Read more -
Carson City, Nevada
Hike the Spooner Lake Loop
2.2 mi / 150 ft gainThe Spooner Lake Loop is perfect for any ages since there is basically no elevation gain and many benches along the trail to rest. The trail offers many educational signs describing the history, and flora and fauna of the area. This man made lake is perfect for the kids and pup. They will love th...Read more -
Tahoe City, California
Paddle Commons Beach
5.0Commons Beach is a small beach and park on the northwest side of the lake. It is located very close to the CA-89 exit, so is ideal for road trip stops. There is a park for kids, and a grassy area near the beach. The beach itself is on the smaller side, but is relatively uncrowded. This area of th...Read more -
Carson City, Nevada
Kings Canyon Falls
4.00.63 mi / 233 ft gain...Living in California, I know all about waterfalls! For me personally though, no matter the shape or size of the waterfall, it has my interest. Now when it comes to Nevada, I honestly can't think of too many waterfalls off the top of my head, but when you're passing through a town that you're u...Read more -
New Washoe City, Nevada
Deadman's Overlook Trail
4.01.28 mi / 318 ft gainDeadman's Overlook Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Washoe Valley, Nevada.Read more -
Truckee, California
Ride the Truckee Bike Park
5.01 mi / 50 ft gainTruckee bike park is a great destination for all ages of bike riders. There are several different features including a pump track, dual slalom course, dirt jumps, strider track and more! This park is kid friendly but be sure to pack a helmet and pads especially for first-timers. More experienced ...Read more -
Truckee, California
Ski and Snowboard Northstar
3.5Northstar California, previously known as Northstar-at-Tahoe, is located near the north shore of Lake Tahoe and is home to over 3,000 acres of skiable terrain. The resort is known for its laid back atmosphere coupled with high-end luxury accommodations, shopping and dining.The resort is home to i...Read more