Jun 20, 2015

We headed off on a round trip through Carson City, Reno and Truckee then back to Lake Tahoe and saw a variety of sights. Carson City was named after the Carson River which was named after Kit Carson who was a revered explorer and western identity who we have even heard of. Reno was a city full of casinos and also some sort of parade today so after a frustrating time trying to get into the main street for a look we abandoned that and headed for Truckee which was a treat. A former mining town (not sure about today) but was chock full of tourists enjoying all the quirkiness of the place then we headed back to the lake and glimpsing so many beautiful sights of people having fun in the lake and just the beauty of it on our way. The lake is 1,670feet deep so must be awfully cold.

　

A very quirky hotel in Carson City, Firkin & Fox.

　

Supreme Court of Nevada in Carson City

　

A Law Enforcement Officer Memorial in the park in front of the court and state buildings. Liked it.

　

Silhouettes of deer on the entry back to the highway from Carson City. Looked good.

　

Stopped trying to figure out where to go in Reno and some of the parade revellers pass by. Check it out.

　

The Reno Bus Centre, quirky sign.

　

The Truckee Diner. Cute.

　

Truckee Hotel.

　

Ken and Norm in our lunch spot in Truckee The Wagon Train Cafe. All kinds of quirky and delicious lunch.

And Nola and Sharen.

Lake Tahoe Brewery in an old servo in Truckee.

Heading back to Lake Tahoe and this is a beach spot along the edge of the lake.

　

People enjoying the water anywhere they can get down to it which made for some interesting parking on the road above. Apparently 'No Parking' and  'Tow Away' must mean something different here!

　

And into the distance across the lake and yes snow covered peaks.

　

Love the beautiful tall straight pines all around here. These are right beside where our bikes are parked. Covered tonight to keep the pollen off them.

　

A tribute to the Pony Express in front of the Harrahs Casino.

　

The Chair Lift beside our Hotel. $40.00 per adult and up to the top of the sand line you see behind the building. We didn't take a ride.

　

And a shot of part of the resort. There is an array of incredible real estate in the area right around the lake, all year round spot for holidaying so a great run away for the rich and famous. Along the perimeter of the lake the buildings are incredible and some of the entries alone would cost as much as a really good sized house at home.

And a final farewell shot at our last dinner together for this trip. Tomorrow Norm and I head for Klamath Falls, Oregon and Sharen and Ken head for Sonoma, California. We've had a great time since we caught up in Nashville and have made lots of great memories on our magnificent adventure together. We will have to start planning the next one!