Tahoe City – Truckee River Trail loop from Tahoe Vista

Tahoe City – Truckee River Trail loop from Tahoe Vista

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Tahoe City – Truckee River Trail loop from Tahoe Vista

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74.2km

480m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 37.4 km for 163 m

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3.70 km

Patton Landing and Beach

Highlight • Beach

Patton Landing features a coffee house and a three-acre pebble beach, a popular spot for stand-up paddle boarding and boat launching. The coffee house operates year-round, providing amenities such as restrooms and a parking area that holds 23 cars.

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12.9 km

Tahoe City

Highlight • Settlement

Tahoe City is a charming little town located on the shores of Lake Tahoe. It is the starting point for many outdoor activities. There you will find shops, cafes and …

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15.6 km

Truckee River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Historic Truckee River Bike Path is a popular ride for individuals and families alike. Flat and well paved the main obstacles will be other trail users. This path provides …

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26.1 km

Pole Creek Road Trailhead -- Tahoe River Rd

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Small trailhead area with very limited parking at the new, paved forest service road, closed to vehicles. The old road is now just a narrow single track trail on the …

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37.4 km

Truckee Downtown

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Truckee Downtown has lots of character, bars, restaurants and a bus station. If you want to stay in Truckee, this is also the location to go. The post office is …

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54.9 km

Truckee River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Truckee River Trail is a paved, multiuse trail that runs between Tahoe City and Olympic Valley. The path follows the river which gives the trail its name, so there …

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70.3 km

Carnelian Beach West

Highlight • Beach

This public park offers easy paddleboarding access, with a rocky beach close to parking. There are public restrooms here, and parking is free. Arrive early to grab a parking spot, …

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