We Recommend
Calstar -Air Ambulance
Calstar is a non profit Air Ambulance that transports the sick and injured to hospitals. You can get information on Calstar at http://www.calstar.org/. They are located in South Shore of Lake Tahoe at the airport. You can purchase a membership for your family at a small fee that will cover any costs that your insurance does not. You can get a application from their website.
Hearts of Light - J.T. Ravizé Photography
Located on-line at http://www.aframeofmind.com. or call 775.588.8081
J.T. Ravizé is a outstanding photographer in the Lake Tahoe area. His work can be seen on the walls of Lakeside Inn and Casino. You can also view his work on-line at http://www.aframeofmind.com. He has an ability to make a very beautiful place even more special. He captures the lights over Lake Tahoe and transform them in to memorable life lasting images.
MOUNTAIN AND ROAD CYCLING - SIERRA CYCLE WORKS
Located across from the Timber Cove Lodge on Highway 50. For appointments call 530-541-7505.
While there are several good Bike Shops in South Tahoe, I prefer Sierra Cycle Works. Primary owner, Gary Bell, is a long time supporter of mountain biking in the Tahoe Basin. I remember Gary pioneering day trips into Desolation Wilderness on a custom version of what would later be a mountain bike in the early '70s. This was of course legal at the time. Gary went on to help form TAMBA, a local organization bent on responsible use of the many back trails and roads in the Tahoe Basin. There is strong competition for use of these areas between the hikers, bikers and equestrian fanciers. TAMBA strives for peaceful coexistence. While Gary's shop is small, his techs are very good, accessories are first class and rentals are more than adequate. First hand knowledge of great local rides at all levels of ability is always available. Sierra Cycle Works' website is not set up to respond to questions. Note: If you don't have time to get your bike tuned prior to arriving at Tahoe, they can often do so over night.
RECOMMENDED BY: Lon Rusk
RESTAURANTS - ZEPHYR COVE LODGE
Located 3 miles north of Lakeside Inn & Casino on Highway 50.
My first choice for breakfast is, of course Lakeside Inn. The oatmeal pancakes in the Taberna are to kill for. Given this, the restaurant at Zephyr Cove is also a great choice when visiting Lake Tahoe. The atmosphere is killer, right out of the 1940's when it was built. It has the charming "feel" of old Lake Tahoe. The restaurant is owned and operated by the same folks who run the M.S. Dixie, also a must-try experience. (The morning cruise up east shore is a sleeper.) While their whole menu is worth a look, save room for the giant biscuits and honey! If you are so inclined, their milkshakes are the best at the Lake. The staff are all nice people. I can recommend this as a good experience.
RECOMMENDED BY: Lon Rusk
GOLF COURSES - EAGLE VALLEY GOLF COURSE www.eaglevalleygolf.com
For tee times or more information call 775-887-2380.
There are many beautiful and challenging golf courses in the Tahoe area. However, because of the demand to play these courses along with the shortened season due to our elevation, the greens fees charged at these courses are prohibitive to many of our guests. The best value for golfers can be found at Eagle Valley Golf Course in Carson City. Eagle Valley Golf Course offers two 18-hole golf courses. The East Course is a wide-open layout measuring 6658 yds from the back tees with par at 72. This course is great for the beginning, intermediate, or high-handicap golfer and green fees range from $14 to walk at off-peak times to $32 with cart during peak times. The West Course is a championship course designed to challenge even the best of players. It is a links-style course with natural high-desert vegetation and water in play. Elevation changes and strategic bunkering put a premium on club selection and course management. The West Course plays to a par of 72 and is 6851 yds from the back tees. With green fees, including cart ranging from $24 (twilight) to $39 peak, you can see how the Eagle Valley Courses provide the best value in our area. The West Course is in excellent shape. Many improvements have been made to the course, but the biggest has been the overhaul of the irrigation system that has evened the water distribution to all parts of the course. Eagle Valley Golf Course is approximately 35 minutes from Lakeside Inn and Casino and is open year-round, except for a few weeks a year when there is snow on the ground in Carson City.
RECOMMENDED BY: Dave Doherty
Soaring http://www.highcountrysoaring.com
The Carson Valley is just east of the Lake Tahoe Basin. There is much of interest in this historic and scenic area. One of the impressive aspects of this geographic region is the "high desert". This area presents world class soaring. Soaring is the art of motorless flight. Lighter than air, hang gliding, para foils and gliders all navigate the skies of western Nevada and the Sierra Nevada mountains. At Lakeside Inn, pilots talk planes. We soar and know the sport. We recommend High Country Soaring to experience the joy of soaring. High Country Soaring is located at the Minden-Tahoe Airport.
RECOMMENDED BY: Mike Bradford
Coyote Grill
Located across Safeway in Round Hill on Highway 50. call 530-541-7505
As a local looking for a great quality meal in an informal atmosphere I recommend the Coyote Grill. The food is eclectic and fresh. The margaritas are fresh squeezed and delicious. The food is healthful and flavorful. The variety is wide and likely to satisfy everyone in a group. The location is next to Safeway in Round Hill Mall-less than a mile from Lakeside Inn (about two minutes). This experience is representative of "life in Tahoe".
RECOMMENDED BY: Mike Bradford