Local Attractions
For information on local North Lake Tahoe attractions, please visit North Lake Visitors.
Below are a few companies that provide rentals and tours in Tahoe City. More are listed on the website above.
Getting Around
Granlibakken is about 1.5 miles from Tahoe City along busy roads. We don't recommend walking!
Free bus service for North Tahoe and Truckee area
Tahoe Area Regional Transit (TART) provides free bus transportation in the North Lake Tahoe and Truckee area. Bus schedules change seasonally and can be found on the TART website or using Google Maps’ public transit directions.
Free in-town rideshare service
Free local on-demand transportation within the greater Tahoe City area (from Tahoma to Dollar Point) is available seasonally with TART Connect. You can arrange a TART Connect pickup in as little as 15 minutes using the TART Connect app (download for iOS or Android) or by calling 530-214-5811.
Dining
Most meals are covered in your registration fees. If you are interested in some off-site dining options, consider those mentioned below, or view some more local recommendations.
Mountain Slice - 690 North Lake Blvd, Tahoe City
Small menu of local fresh handmade dough pizzas and local ice cream.
Za's Lakefront - 120 Grove Street, Tahoe City
Mountain casual atmosphere with lakeside view. American and Italian fare.
Tahoe Tap Haus - 475 North Lake Blvd, Tahoe City
Salads, sandwiches, burgers and more. Local beers and ciders on tap.
Medical Needs
CVS - 2 miles from hotel
850 North Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
Tahoe Forest MultiSpeciality Clinics - 1.9 miles from hotel
925 North Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
Tahoe Forest Hospital - 15 miles from hotel
10121 Pine Ave, Truckee, CA
Incline Village Community Hospital - 16.3 miles from hotel
880 Alder Ave, Incline Village, NV
What to Bring
- Bring a jacket that will provide warm outer layer. Nights and early mornings can be cool.
- Comfortable hiking shoes/boots
- Breathable clothing
- Sturdy summer sandals
- Swimsuit for the pool and hot tub or other activities
- Reusable water bottle
- Sunscreen, sunglasses & a sun hat
- Chapstick with SPF
- A camera or GoPro
Remember to bring chargers for your electronics!
About the Bears!
Seeing black bears is a fairly commonplace experience in the Tahoe area, and they do visit Granlibakken Resort. A couple of safety reminders:
- Do not do the following:
- Leave lodging room windows or doors open unattended.
- Store food in your room or vehicles.
- Approach the bear.
- Run or act aggressively.
- Be aware of your surroundings esp. around trash receptacles.
- Stay calm and back away.
- Never put yourself between a mother bear and her cubs.
- If one is trying to get in your room, play loud music or make noise and get to a safe location.
More Resources:
UC ANR Fieldwork Safety: Black Bears
About Tahoe Bears