Lake Tahoe mountain biking and cycling are hugely popular things to do in Tahoe that draw many enthusiasts to the area. You can ride on dirt trails, bike routes or paved roads, join in on organized rides around the lake, take classes to hone your skills and rent the equipment you need if you don't have your own. Lake Tahoe mountain bikers often take advantage of the lift-assisted trails where you ride up in a gondola or chair lift then make it down the mountain on human power.
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Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking & Cycling
841 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA
South Lake E-Bikes offers an exceptional way to explore Lake Tahoe's breathtaking beauty. Whether you’re an experienced rider or a first-time visitor, you can easily rent a premium electric bike from this family-owned shop. The friendly team at South Lake E-Bikes is dedicated to helping you enjoy miles of scenic, paved bike paths along the lake or experience the excitement of Tahoe’s more technical dirt trails, all with the support of an electric motor. With a focus on high-quality bikes and personalized service, South Lake E-Bikes ensures that your ride around Lake Tahoe is as enjoyable and memorable as possible.
South Lake E-Bikes offers an exceptional way to explore Lake Tahoe's breathtaking beauty. Whether you’re an experienced rider or a first-time visitor, you can easily rent a premium electric bike from this family-owned shop. The friendly team at South Lake E-Bikes is dedicated to helping you enjoy miles of scenic, paved bike paths along the lake or experience the excitement of Tahoe’s more technical dirt...read more
South Lake E-Bikes offers an exceptional way to explore Lake Tahoe's breathtaking beauty. Whether you’re...read more
Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking & Cycling
It's safe to say with the 13 different ski areas in the Lake Tahoe basin that the area is rich in ski and snowboarding options. But Palisades Tahoe/Alpine Meadows has one thing that the others do not: long, steep runs. That is why Palisades Tahoe/Alpine Meadows is the place that many skiers and snowboarders flock to to hone their craft on one plank or two. Palisades...read more
Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking & Cycling
A unique combination of bike shop and coffee house, Pine Nut Cycle Cafe is a full-service bike shop that offers everything for the beginner up to the pro, and they also have top-of-the-line bike rentals available. They take your experience to the next level with their healthy selection of cold-pressed juices, nut milks and coffee, at the same time offering a welcoming place to talk...read more
Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking & Cycling
The Rainbow Tavern & Lodge oozes history. The lodge was built in 1869 from local granite and the same hand-hewn logs used to build the Trans-Sierra Railroad. Sitting on more than 100 acres, this is the perfect place to get away from it all in winter or summer, while still being close enough to ski resorts, hiking and mountain biking trails, and swimming in the Yuba...read more
If road cycling is your thing, Tahoe and Truckee offer an awesome variety of roads to explore and sites to see. Along with amazing views of Lake Tahoe and mountain peaks, one other thing is sure: You’ll be riding at least a mile above sea level and going uphill – a lot. From annual organized rides that circle Lake Tahoe to challenging routes in and around...read more
Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking & Cycling
With its roots dating back to 1985, Shoreline of Tahoe is a longstanding favorite ski and bike rental and repair business in Tahoe. It is evident that they are passionate about making sure your gear is just right. The bike rentals range from rigs made for cruising comfort, to full-suspension mountain bikes. A variety of rental options are available. All rentals include helmets, locks and...read more
Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking & Cycling
Sierra Ski and Cycle Works was opened in 1980 by Tahoe mountain bike pioneer Gary Bell. The shop is the only Santa Cruz bike dealer in South Lake Tahoe and offers new and used bike sales, rentals and year-round bike tune-ups and repairs. During the winter, the shop turns into a specialty backcountry ski shop with rentals and sales of avalanche safety gear, alpine touring and telemark skis, snowshoes,...read more
Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking & Cycling
Sky Tavern, a year-round nonprofit ski area on Mount Rose Highway, offers an array of affordable programs, making it a perfect choice for getting kids outside and in the mountains. This exceptional destination fosters life skills through skiing and snowboarding. Children gain a sport for life, independence and connections with friends, all while experiencing the outdoors. Sky Tavern's mission is clear: to provide outdoor sports...read more
Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking & Cycling
Opening in 1948, Sky Tavern ski area can boast about being the oldest and largest nonprofit ski and snowboard program for kids in the United States. Available to all children, including those from economically disadvantaged families and those with disabilities, the program is run entirely by volunteers, mostly parents, who instruct and work in supportive roles. The mission of Sky Tavern is to provide a...read more
Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking & Cycling
South Shore Bikes, located just a few blocks from the bike path leading to all the local beaches, is a full-service bike shop including sales, rentals and expert repairs. They offer e-bikes, mountain bikes, road bikes and cruisers for rent and have Fox-certified mechanics for expert repairs and tune-ups. Established in 1991, the owner has three decades of experience in the biking industry.
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Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking & Cycling
Spooner Lake is an excellent winter and summer recreation area. The reservoir is home to year-round fishing, hiking and birding. In the summer the lake is the place for swimming, non-motorized boating and mountain biking, and in the winter the cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are great. There is a day-use fee collected per vehicle/bike, so make sure to bring some money. read more
Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking & Cycling
Privately owned and operated by the homeowners in the Village at Sugar Bowl, Sugar Bowl Resort has attracted skiers and snowboarders to the top of Donner Summit for more than 75 years. As a Tahoe-area resort that consistently collects great stashes of snow, Sugar Bowl boasts four distinct peaks and an open-boundary policy for back country access. Other unique features include a scenic gondola ride into...read more
Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking & Cycling
Tahoe Bike Company is a year-round outdoor-fun outfitter. They handle rentals of single and double surreys as well as sales and rentals of manual and electric bikes, fat tire e-bikes, cargo bikes and kid/pet trailers. Mechanics can help with repairs as well. Inside the centrally located store in South Lake Tahoe is a boutique called Lakeview Trading Post. Here you will find hand-made accessories and...read more
