Tip for Uber & Lyft Users in South Lake Tahoe

[UPDATE: please note that Uber and Lyft are now allowed to cross the Stateline freely and you can use the services from either CA or NV. Check out our updated post here: Getting Around South Lake Tahoe]

Uber finally worked its way up to South Lake Tahoe and crept over the state line to Nevada. Not a small feat considering the many (namely taxi drivers) who opposed Uber’s presence. If you’re an avid Uber user and plan to use the service while visiting South Lake Tahoe, there is one major tip you should know. While the ridesharing companies, Lyft and Uber have been approved and operating in Nevada since September of 2015, it’s just not as easy going between California and Nevada in South Lake Tahoe.

In order to operate as an Uber or Lyft driver, you must have a driver’s license registered to the state in which you drive. Sounds reasonable right? Well, if you’re staying in California and planning a night at the casinos just over the state line, you’ll need to plan your trip accordingly, as your California Driver can only take you to the state line. Likewise, your Nevada driver can only take you to the Nevada state border and you’re on your own from there. Taxi’s on the other hand, will be able to get you from point A to point B regardless of state lines.

So for your next trip to South Lake, remember to have your rides planned out and if you’re traveling between California and Nevada, pink your ride accordingly.

 

NEW HOME: Tahoe Paradise Escape

Great for family of 4 and a family pet. This home is a great spot for relaxation, and to get away from it all. It has been beautifully remodeled with modern lighting, hard wood floors and ceilings, slate tiled gas fireplace, concrete kitchen counters and updated baths.

The large partly shady/partly sunny deck is perfect for lounging or entertaining for a group. The home is located in the Meyers area, with easy access to the Pacific Rim trail for amazing day hikes–and 1.5 miles from the Corral Area Mountain Bike trails. The hustle-bustle of State-line and the casinos are several miles away, providing the privacy and quiet you are looking for in South Lake Tahoe—but with easy access to night life when you want it.

The upstairs master suite includes a queen bed beneath skylights, down comforter/duvet, and private bath that has been tastefully updated. This bedroom is completely private and can be shut off from the downstairs, to watch the 32′ HDTV (with DVD) or enjoy the sky view overhead. The downstairs bedroom has a king bed with down comforter/duvet, and futon sofa that can be used as a double bed. The downstairs bath has also been tastefully updated with beautiful wood ceiling, marble counter tops, modern fixtures, soft lighting, and new tile shower with massage jets and a heavy glass enclosure. Each bedroom includes quality bed linens, pillows and extra blankets. The bathrooms include towels, bath mat, hair dryer, bar soap and shampoo.

The kitchen is super functional, with concrete counter tops, hard wood floors, and new appliances. The kitchen has a small bar with 2 bar stools, modern lighting, and is open to the living room and dining room, for great conversation while preparing meals. The dining room table has seating for 6. It is stocked with enough place settings for 8, and all necessary cooking appliances and utensils. There are basic supplies such as spices and foil for your use.

The living room is the perfect place to kick back on the comfy sofa in front of the fireplace and watch TV or movies. In addition to the sofa, there are 2 side chairs plus pillows for the hearth. The home has Wi-Fi, plus an A/V system that includes a 32′ HDTV, Charter digital cable and DVD player. There is an extra HDMI port for Roku, Apple TV, game systems and a 3.5mm input to connect iPods, iPhones or other mobile devices that you may travel with. This getaway includes a beautiful, large deck perfect for summer lounging, gathering with family and friends, and BBQing. The home includes a gas grill, large patio table with seating for 6 and two adirondack chairs. For evening entertainment indoors, there are 2 HDTVs, games and a game table in the upstairs bedroom.

For the outdoor enthusiast, this home is in a great location, with easy access to hiking and mountain biking, river rafting and golf. The Tahoe to Yosemite Trail (TYT) and Pacific Crest Trails (PCT) are easily accessible from the home and are the main Tahoe trailheads for backpacking south to Mount Whitney. A 5.5 mile hike to Meiss Cabin is where the PCT and TYT routes join. The Big Meadow north and south trailheads are less than 5 miles from the home. The South Upper Truckee Road Trailhead is located at the end of the South Upper Truckee Road in Meyers. It is a paved road to the trailhead and is maintained year-round. The unofficial hub of mountain bike activity in South Shore is just 1.5 miles out the back door. This area has a high density of trails for all ability levels, and will keep almost anyone interested for hours. You will find everyone out there having fun, from people in body armor and downhill bikes to families with kids, to XC racers riding intervals. During the summer, depending on the water level, there is rafting on the South Upper Truckee river. As the Upper Truckee flows towards the lake, it becomes more gentle. The river flows through the Lake Tahoe Golf Course, and often you will see tubing on the river there. Points for entry include the Highway 50 bridge near South Upper Truckee Blvd, and the Highway 50 bridge at Sawmill Road.