Mountain Town Walking Tours offers free guided tours in Tahoe City & Truckee. Owned by long-time Tahoe Local, Karen Willcuts, who started giving walking tours more than 30 years ago in San Francisco.
Tahoe City Waterfront Guided Walking Tour: This fun and relaxing tour is all about the waters of Lake Tahoe. Find out the 3 reasons water is let out of Lake Tahoe, why the SS Tahoe was scuttled in the lake, how the railroad went right through Commons Beach, and why Tahoe City has a jail with a view of the lake! We also talk about historic sailing and racing boats, and Tahoe City’s past. Meet at Gatekeeper’s Museum, 130 West Lake Blvd, Tahoe City.
Tahoe City Historic Guided Walking Tour: Legends, facts, history, shopping and dining tips! Lake Tahoe’s colorful history will unfold in fun stories. Learn all about Tahoe City’s hidden secrets, how the lake was formed, colorful locals, and the best places to eat and shop. Meet outside the Sierra Surf Club Restaurant, 425 North Lake Blvd, Tahoe City.
Truckee Historic Guided Walking Tour: Historic Downtown Truckee comes alive during this infomative tour which includes stories of railroad barons, lumber mills, ice harvesting, movie stars, and other characters past. Pass by unique shops and restaurants while learning about Truckee's famous and infamous past. Meet outside Truckee Welcome Center at the Truckee Train Station, 10065 Donner Pass Road, Truckee.
Free: Gratuities gratefully accepted
Duration: ~ 1.5 hours
Distance: <1 mile
Schedule: MountainTownWalkingTours.com
Contact: Karen Willcuts 530-426-2334, MountainTownTours@gmail.com