Biking

Discover North Lake Tahoe on two wheels! From miles upon miles of road biking paths, to nationally-rated mountain biking trails offering panoramic views of the Lake, Tahoe is a world-class biking scene for novices through experienced Roadies. Need equipment? Lake Tahoe offers a wide selection of bike shops providing gear and expert advice especially tailored to the area. Not sure where to start? Choose a ride based on length, difficulty and season . Also find a complete list of biking resources, whatever resort or town you happen to be in. True to form, North Lake Tahoe provides 180 degrees of fun, sun and Sierra… all you have to do is pedal.

Click here to bring up Road Bike Trails.

Click here for a full description of Mountain Biking Trails.

Click here to see a listing of bike shops offering rentals, repairs and local expertise.

Looking for the complete North Lake Tahoe biking adventure, sans responsibility? Sign up for guided tours, or pop into our many bike shops for suggestions on where to go.

Additional Online Resources

Want more? Check out the websites below for additional resources that will help you plan your bike trip in Tahoe.

Sierra Front's Biking Trails - Search for mountain biking trails in Lake Tahoe and around the Sierra on the Sierra Front Recreational Trail finder.

www.bicycling.com – The most comprehensive site of road bike gear, races, videos, blogs and reviews on the internet.

www.singletracks.com – Mountain biking information including trail descriptions, maps, gear and bike forums.

http://www.teamintraining.org/chapter.adp?chapter_id=34 – Join Team in Training and raise money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society while you prepare for America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride in Lake Tahoe.



http://www.imba.com/ - International Mountain Biking Association’s online resource for worldwide news, gear and events.



www.Pedalers.org – Northern Nevada’s largest group of bicycling enthusiasts dedicated to promoting safe, recreational bike riding.



Events

The Tahoe/Reno area has been host to several biking events, including the annual 24 Hours of Tahoe Mountain Bike Team Relay , a unique, noon-to-noon race that pushes riders to their limits while, as always, providing spectacular views of the Tahoe Basin. Additional events include:

America ’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride

Lake Tahoe Century Ride

Boat Cruise & Lake Tahoe Half Ride Fun Tour

24 Hours of Tahoe Mountain Bike Team Relay

Quotes

“My favorite off-road trail is Glass Mountain. It follows the Rim Trail from Painted Rock to Tahoe City and it’s one of the most technically challenging trails in North Lake.” – Karl Rogne, Olympic Bike Shop

“I like the variety up here. You can take a family up through Blackwood Canyon, ride on over 20 miles of paved bike paths, or rip down Northstar all in one week.” – Joel Baty, 11-year Tahoe Biking Enthusiast

Quick Links

Current weather in North Lake Tahoe

Join a Cycling Club! Follow this link to connect with other biking enthusiasts in the Reno/Tahoe area.

Tahoe Biking Safety Tips and Warnings

Recommended books and guides:

North Lake Tahoe’s Best Trails , by Carol Bonsor and R.W. Miskimins

The Tahoe Rim Trail: A Complete Guide for Hikers, Mountain Bikers and Equestrians , by Tim Hauserman

An Outdoor Family Guide to Lake Tahoe , by Lisa Gollin Evans

Mastering Mountain Bike Skills , by Brian Lopes and Lee McCormack

Safety tips and warnings:

• When there is a bike path available, please get on it!

• Be aware of the nearest repair shops before you go on a ride, in case of emergency.

• Bring a cell phone.

• Use proper hand signals and follow road traffic rules at all times.

• Do not mountain bike alone.

• Always bring extra clothing, water and food.

• Bring tools and an extra tire when traveling far from resources or on long rides.

• Leave no trace and respect wildlife.

• Ride only on open trails and roads.

• Click here for specific rules regarding mountain biking on the Tahoe Rim Trail