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What do the Lake Tahoe Mileage Road Markers mean?

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What do the Lake Tahoe Mileage Road Markers mean?

What do the Lake Tahoe Mileage Road Markers mean? One of the things I enjoy about showing homes and condos for sale in the North Lake Tahoe area to Buyers is the one-on-one time we get in the car to talk about our area.

Lake Tahoe is a beautiful place to visit and live.  There are so many world-class outdoor activities, and depending on my Buyers’ interests I enjoy pointing out features, locations, stores, restaurants, and services that will enrich their time while they are in the area.

One of the fun, everyday items I like to point out to my Buyers, while we are looking at property are the road markers on the side of the road that have a picture of Lake Tahoe on them along with a number.

What do the Lake Tahoe Mileage Road Markers mean?

  • What do the Lake Tahoe Mileage Road Markers mean?The Lake Tahoe mileage road markers represent the distance from Fanny Bridge (outlet of Lake Tahoe into the Truckee River) by the stop light in downtown Tahoe City around the entire 72 miles in Lake Tahoe.
  • The road markers are set one (1) mile apart and go all the way around Lake Tahoe.
  • At the beginning at the Gate Keepers Museum (by Fanny Bridge) on one side the mile marker shows a zero (your starting place), and on the other side a 72 representing the end of the 72 mile ride around Lake Tahoe.

If you take the ride around the Lake Tahoe you’ll start in Tahoe City at Fanny Bridge mile marker 0.  You’ll head east towards Kings Beach, passing by mile markers 1 – 9.

At Incline Village mile you’ll be at mile marker 15, onto Zepher Cove at mile marker 38 , and then at South Lake Tahoe at the Stateline mile marker 42.

What do the Lake Tahoe Mileage Road Markers mean?Driving on towards Emerald Bay, mile marker 53, and then back up the West Shore on Hwy 89 South passing by Homewood at mile market 64 (which is only 8 miles from Tahoe City, but you’re finishing the loop so it’s mile marker 64), and ending back in Tahoe City at the Gate Keepers Museum and Fanny Bridge mile marker 72.

Congratulations, you’ve just made the full trip around Lake Tahoe!

I find that by doing simple math I know know how I have traveled and I know how far I still have to go. You can also identify small mileage increments because each marker is approximately one mile apart.

The signs only appear on Hwy 28, and Hwy 89 South (no side streets).

All around the lake you’ll find these road markers.  As I’m showing property, and we pass by the road markers I can quickly give my Tahoe Buyers an immediate distance reference, which helps them orientate themselves as they look at their property options.

If you are riding a bike, running, or just taking a walk on the Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD) bike trail system, you’ll find the Lake Tahoe road mile markers on the North Shore, or West Shore you’ll find the markers helpful.  It’s easy to know the distance traveled, or how far you are from the different communities by using these local markers.

Every day as I go about my business, I see our Lake Tahoe mileage road markers, and I can’t help but smile.  This was a clever way to mark the 72 mile trip around Lake Tahoe, and seeing them just reminds me of how beautiful and charming the Lake Tahoe and Truckee area is all-year long.

We have a lot of different neighborhoods, locations, and settings for Tahoe Buyers to consider, and there is a lot to learn about our area.  Let me know how I can help you!

Thinking about making Lake Tahoe, California your second home? Check out the homes that are for sale here:

Want to see what condos are for sale in Lake Tahoe? Here are the current listings:

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

What do the Lake Tahoe Mileage Road Markers mean? 

Supermoon Eclipse – North Lake Tahoe, CA Sept. 27, 2015

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Supermoon Eclipse – North Lake Tahoe, CA Sept. 27, 2015

Supermoon Eclipse – North Lake Tahoe, CA Sept. 27, 2015We have had several recent opportunities to see a lunar eclipse (this is the forth one since January 2014), but with the last Supermoon Eclipse occurring back in 1982, and with the wait of another eighteen (18) years until the next Supermoon Eclipse, this Sunday, September 27, 2015 will be your opportunity to see a Supermoon Eclipse even here in North Lake Tahoe! 

While the viewing of this Supermoon Eclipse will not be as good as it will be on the east coast of the United States, it is still worth trying to see as the next one won’t be until 2033.

Not only is this a Supermoon, which means it is the closest to the earth in its rotation cycle and will appear larger and brighter in size, but it will also be called a Blood Moon because the lunar eclipse makes the moon look blood red in color as the eclipse happens. 

This Supermoon is also the Harvest Moon this year as this is the full moon that will be closest to the autumnal equinox, which makes this Supermoon Eclipse a big one!

If you’ll be up in North Lake Tahoe, which is on Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) here is the Supermoon Eclipse Schedule:

Supermoon Eclipse – North Lake Tahoe, CA Sept. 27, 2015

     Moon begins the eclipse process 5:11 p.m.

     Total moon eclipse begins 7:07 p.m.

     Middle of total moon eclipse is at 7:47 p.m.

     Total moon eclipse ends at 8:28 p.m.

     Moon completes the eclipse process 10:22 p.m.

Check out Space.com which has great information on the entire process!

Supermoon Eclipse – North Lake Tahoe, CA Sept. 27, 2015The sun will set around 7 p.m. PDT in North Lake Tahoe, so while we may not have the best viewing for the first part of the eclipse, we should have a good view of the total eclipse process and when it ends and begins the separation, we should be able to see that happen. 

If just watching the Supermoon Eclipse is not enough for you and you’d like to make an adventure out of the Supermoon Eclipse and take it to the next level, check out the Total Eclipse Kayak Tour on the shores of Lake Tahoe starting at 5:30p.m.  Cost is $50 and includes equipment and a guide.  You can make reservations at www.TahoeAdventureCompany.com

Call me a science geek, but these rare astronomy events are worth making the effort to see.  Who knows where you’ll be in eighteen years, or who you’ll be with, so make the most of this Supermoon Eclipse this Sunday evening.

See it with a friend, or call someone special and make that connection.  Remember you don’t have to be in the same space, or time zone to see this event happen together, so make the most of it!

If you’ll be here in North Lake Tahoe this weekend, don’t miss the Supermoon Eclipse this Sunday, September 27, 2015!

Thinking about making Lake Tahoe, California your second home? Check out the homes that are for sale here:

Want to see what condos are for sale in Lake Tahoe? Here are the current listings:

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Supermoon Eclipse – North Lake Tahoe, CA Sept. 27, 2015

Spring Water Skiing in Lake Tahoe – May 2013

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Spring Water Skiing in Lake Tahoe – May 2013

It’s been cool, okay cold the last week here in Lake Tahoe.  We’ve had great spring weather and our normally clear blue sunny skies have been over cast, cloudy, and we’ve had rain.  So the sunshine yesterday and today were greeted with open arms.

Spring Water Skiing in Lake Tahoe – May 2013Today while I was on my West Shore Lake Tahoe bike ride, I saw this boat pulling this water skier.  While the calendar says it’s still early May, our great spring weather has boater and water skiers returning to Lake Tahoe early this year.

If you haven’t made your plans to spend some time up here in Tahoe City, now is the time to get organized and plan a trip up here.

Memorial Day Weekend is right around the corner, which is the unofficial opening of our summer season.  Don’t forget our local Farmer’s Market will return and start-up again in just a couple of weeks.

This summer there will be free outdoor movie series in Tahoe City and Squaw Valley, and if you’re looking for music you’ll want to check out the Jazz concerts in Squaw Valley, along with the free music concerts in Tahoe City and Kings Beach.  Last, but not least, don’t forget Truckee Thursday’s where you’ll get a great street fair with vendors, music, food, and a lot of fun!

There is so much to enjoy in Lake Tahoe during our warmer months you’ll want to make sure to plan to spend some time here.

Spring Water Skiing in Lake Tahoe during the month of May is a great sign that we’re going to have a long summer season here in Lake Tahoe!

Thinking about making Tahoe City, California your second home? Check out the homes that are for sale in Tahoe City here:

Want to see what condos are for sale in Tahoe City? Here are the current listings:

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Spring Water Skiing in Lake Tahoe – May 2013

Dog Paddle Boarding in Lake Tahoe

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Dog Paddle Boarding in Lake Tahoe

If you’re an animal lover, you tend to go a little over-board for your furry loved ones.  I know our family does.  For us, our dogs just aren’t our pets, they’re family.  Here in Tahoe, they say a dog’s life is the one to have, so when I saw this dog paddle boarding in Lake Tahoe today, I knew it was true.Dog Paddle Boarding in Lake Tahoe

 

Our dogs get spa days, gourmet treats, and rides in the car.  They get to sun themselves on their outdoor dog pillows, bark at people passing by and I guess now I need to add Tahoe sports to their list of things to do in Lake Tahoe this summer.

 

Check out this dog paddle boarding in Lake Tahoe with his owner.  If this had been my dog, I think Clancy, our Irish Wolfhound dog, would have eaten the board, or tipped us over, either way, we were impressed with this dog and his owner.  Check out this video on this dog paddle boarding:

 

You’ll find Lake Tahoe to be very dog friendly and you’ll have a lot of places that you can take your furry loved ones.  Enjoying the great outdoors here in Tahoe with your dog is a wonderful experience to have.  If you haven’t planned a trip to Lake Tahoe, now is the time to set one up.

 

Dog paddle boarding in Lake Tahoe isn’t for everyone, but for those dogs who love the water this might be the Tahoe adventure they are looking for! 

 

The dog friendly beach and area that this dog was paddle boarding at was in Hurricane Bay, Tahoe City, West Shore, Lake Tahoe, California.

Thinking about making Tahoe City, California your second home? Check out the homes that are for sale in Tahoe City here:

Want to see what condos are for sale in Tahoe City? Here are the current listings:

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Dog Paddle Boarding in Lake Tahoe

Hazy Hangover in Lake Tahoe

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Hazy Hangover in Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe is normally a picture of clear blue skies, the occasional white puffy cloud, and various shades of blue water, but over the past few days we’ve had a hazy hangover here in Lake Tahoe.

View from Tahoe Woods Neighborhood in Tahoe City, CA

 

We’ve had a series of thunderstorms roll through our area over the past few days and the humidity left in the air from these storms has created a hazy hangover in Lake Tahoe. 

 

Humidity is something we really don’t have in our area, so when we get it, it really makes us appreciate our dry, hot, clear days that much more. 

 

Right now at 3 p.m. the temperature in Tahoe City, California is 80 degrees, and my cell phone weather app claims that our humidity factor is at 32% making it a hot and sticky day here in Lake Tahoe and the hazy hangover shows no signs of fading away for today.

 

Thunderstorms this evening may threaten tonight’s free outdoor movie “Hugo” on the beach in Tahoe City, and we’ll probably have another humid day tomorrow.   

Hazy Hangover in Lake Tahoe - West Lake Tahoe

If you’re making plans to be outside here in Tahoe, but prepared for quick changes in our weather.  At this time of year, a sunny, clear day can easily turn into a windy day with thunderstorms, so make sure to bring along a light jacket, water, sunscreen, and be aware of your surroundings at all times.

 

If you haven’t planned your summer trip to Lake Tahoe, you still have time to enjoy our hot summer days.  Even a hot, hazy hangover summer day in Lake Tahoe will be a great day here at the lake!

Lake Tahoe it’s the place to be this summer!

Thinking about making Tahoe City, California your second home? Check out the homes that are for sale in Tahoe City here:

Want to see what condos are for sale in Tahoe City? Here are the current listings:

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Hazy Hangover in Lake Tahoe