Sugar Pine Point State Park – Tahoma, California – 2013

If you’ll be in Lake Tahoe this summer, check out what is going on at the Ed Z’berg Sugar Pine Point State Park in Tahoma, California

The Sugar Pine Point State Park is located just south of downtown Tahoma, and north of Meeks Bay, California. This historic state park is home to the Hellman Ehrman Estate Historic House, which is only open for summer tours, and is the site of the 1960 Winter Olympic Winter Nordic Events, where in the summer you can walk along these historic trails, or in the winter cross-county, or snowshoe along the same trails as past Olympians.

This summer you’ll find a number of scheduled activities at the Sugar Pine Point State Park in Tahoma accessed directly off Highway 89 South (approximately 10 miles south of the “Y” in Tahoe City). You’ll see the park signs clearly marked on the highway.

Sugar Pine Point State Park – Tahoma, California – 2013

May 25, 2013: Historic Hellman-Ehrman Estate opens for the 2013 tour season. Daily tours through September 30, 2013. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. mid June through Labor Day. Reduced hours and schedule for early June and September. For tour times call 530.525.7982 Cost is $10/Adults, $10/Children Ages 8 -17, Children under 7 are free.
June 19, 2013: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bear Brunch – Learn all about Lake Tahoe Bears. Brunch on the grounds of the Hellman-Ehrman Estate. Cost is $20/Adults, $10/Children 12 and younger. Space is limited. Reservations required 530.583.9911.
June 22, 2013: Second Day of Summer Full Moon Kayak – West Shore Sports and Sugar Pine Point State Park partner together to foo a grand view of the moon rising over Lake Tahoe. No experience is necessary. Cost is $25/Adults, $10/Children 12 and younger. Includes park entrance, kayak rental, life vest and instruction. Space is limited. Reservations required 530.525-9520.
June 23, 2013: Pine Lodge: An evening of Wine and Wisdom – A “behind the scenes” tour of the Hellman-Ehrman Estate, followed by fine wines and hors d’oeuvers and McAvoy Layne’s Mark Twain. Cost is $40/Adults. Limited seating. Reservations required 530.583.9911.
June 29, 2013: 8 a.m. to 12 noon Community Fitness Day at Sugar Pine Point State Park. Sierra State Parks Foundation and Tahoe Tail Trekkers present a first ever American Volksport Association sanctioned 10K walk and 1.5K kayak event. Kayaks available to rent on the grounds of the Hellman-Ehrman Estate. Parking cost is $10. Pre-register at BetsyWalks@Gmail.com or call 530.583.9911.
July 20, 2013: Full Moon Kayak at Sugar Pine Point State Park – West Shore Sports and Sugar Pine Point State Park partner together to foo a grand view of the moon rising over Lake Tahoe. No experience is necessary. Cost is $25/Adults, $10/Children 12 and younger. Includes park entrance, kayak rental, life vest and instruction. Space is limited. Reservations required 530.525-9520.
July 27, 2013: 10 a.m. -3 p.m. Living History Day – Costumed docents bring the historic Hellman-Ehrman Estate alive as they take you back in time with a day filled with music, open houses, great food, kids’ activities, antique car show, family fun, and more! Cost Parking $10. For more information www.LakeTahoeLivingHistory.org 530.583.9911
August 23, 2013: Full Moon Kayak – West Shore Sports and Sugar Pine Point State Park partner together to foo a grand view of the moon rising over Lake Tahoe. No experience is necessary. Cost is $25/Adults, $10/Children 12 and younger. Includes park entrance, kayak rental, life vest and instruction. Space is limited. Reservations required 530.525-9520.
August 30, 2013: Pine Lodge: An evening of Wine and Wisdom – A “behind the scenes” tour of the Hellman-Ehrman Estate, followed by fine wines and hors d’oeuvers and McAvoy Layne’s Mark Twain. Cost is $40/Adults. Limited seating. Reservations required 530.583.9911.

These events are a great way to learn more about Lake Tahoe, the history of our area, and enjoy a wonderful day at the Sugar Pine Point State Park in Tahoma, California.

Sugar Pine Point State Park Tips

Brings a light jacket, think about wearing layers as our weather can change quickly!
Wear sunscreen!
Wear good walking shoes!
Bring Water. Our days are hot and dry and you’re at an elevation of 6,200+ feet above sea level!
Sugar Pine Point State Park is great for all ages!

Come out and enjoy one of your great California State parks by spending the day at Sugar Pine Point State Park on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe in Tahoma, California! For more information on any of the upcoming events check out www.SierraStateParks.org

Take Advantage of one of the many events that will be held at the Sugar Pine Point State Park for the 2013 Summer Season!

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Sugar Pine Point State Park – Tahoma, California – 2013