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  Top Trails Lake Tahoe: Must-do Hikes for Everyone

  Book (Wilderness Press)
  

  Rating (11 reviews):

  (4.4/5)

  

  Rapidly find the right trail to do today

  My favorite feature in this book is the front table listing the name of each trail; where more details can be found about it within the book; its length; the part of the Tahoe region in which the trail is found; whether the trail loops or is a one way or out & back trail; how difficult it is; suitability for hikers, bikers, runners, horses, and dogs; terrain features (canyons, moutains, streams, wild flowers, lakes, waterfall, autumn colors, wildlife sightings); whether it's cool and shady, has good views or photo opps; camping and more. All communicated via icons in one table!!! We had never been to the area and found its descriptions of where to find the trails generally spot on as was advice over when to make sure to get there early. Also handy: elevation & mileage charts with landmarks within individual trail descriptions, a zoomed in map of each trail, and photos of trail features. 5/5 Bird Mom (St. Louis, MO USA) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Top Trails Lake Tahoe: Must-do Hikes for Everyone (Paperback) My favorite feature in this book is the front table listing the name of each trail; where more details can be found about it within the book; its length; the part of the Tahoe region in which the trail is found; whether the trail loops or is a one way or out & back trail; how difficult it is; suitability for hikers, bikers, runners, horses, and dogs; terrain features (canyons, moutains, streams, wild flowers, lakes, waterfall, autumn colors, wildlife sightings); whether it's cool and shady, has good views or photo opps; camping and more. All communicated via icons in one table!!! We had never been to the area and found its descriptions of where to find the trails generally spot on as was advice over when to make sure to get there early. Also handy: elevation & mileage charts with landmarks within individual trail descriptions, a zoomed in map of each trail, and photos of trail features. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , August 12, 2010

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  Tahoe for Everyone

  Lake Tahoe is the premier vacation destination of the northern Sierra Nevada. Most people associate Tahoe with winter ski resorts but summer hiking is superb. In addition to numerous state park nature trails and wilderness hikes in the national forests that surround the Lake, the Tahoe region is also home to three of the top distance trails in the country. The Pacific Crest Trail passes through the Tahoe region and it shares some of its tread with the historic Tahoe Yosemite Trail. A third trail, which also partly overlaps the other two is the Tahoe Rim Trail, a project of the citizens of Lake Tahoe. Almost entirely built by volunteer labor, this trail circles the Lake for 165 miles. Sections of all these trails and more and well described in the new edition of this book by Mike White, a resident of Truckee and an outdoor teacher and author.This book divides the Tahoe region into the cardinal points of the compass and includes some stellar hikes in each. I have taken... 5/5 Fritz R. Ward "dayhiker" (Crestline, CA United States) - See all my reviews, August 8, 2009

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  Top Trails Lake Tahoe

  This is a good book that gets you to the trail heads. Why didn't this latest printing include GPS coordinates? Otherwise the book is accurate and informative on the two hikes I took. 4/5 B. Aldrich "Billy Bob" (California) - See all my reviews, December 1, 2009

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  Moon Tahoe (Moon Handbooks)

  Book (Avalon Travel Publishing)
  

  Rating (2 reviews):

  (5.0/5)

  

  The Complete Guide to Everything Tahoe, and Beyond

  My wife and I recently purchased a timeshare in the Lake Tahoe region. Yes, one can "trade" timeshares, but we intend to make Tahoe a yearly destination. Why would we do this? Mainly because the lake and surrounding countryside has so much to offer, from urban nightlife to some of the best wilderness hiking in California and Nevada. You can experience it all by using the latest edition of Ann Marie Brown's 'Moon Handbooks Tahoe.'Readers familiar with Ms. Brown know she is one of the most accomplished outdoor writers and photographers in California. As one might expect, this book heavily emphasizes outdoor recreation. Every chapter, each covering a different portion of the lake (South Shore, North Shore, etc) as well as nearby attractions, gives detailed descriptions for the best hikes in the area. Biking, winter and water sports also receive extended treatment. This emphasis alone makes this travel guide so much more useful than the standard treatment you can find... 5/5 Fritz R. Ward "dayhiker" (Crestline, CA United States) - See all my reviews, November 1, 2012

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  Outstanding Guide

  Ann Marie Brown continues to provide fabulous guide books and updates for her guide books. I am a big fan of Lake Tahoe in California so her book is a must resource for me. Her book provides me with the most current and interesting information on Lake Tahoe which perfectly meets my needs. Plus, her photography is stunning. Definitely inspires me to hike whenever I am in Tahoe. 5/5 Stephen Gray - See all my reviews This review is from: Moon Tahoe (Moon Handbooks) (Paperback) Ann Marie Brown continues to provide fabulous guide books and updates for her guide books. I am a big fan of Lake Tahoe in California so her book is a must resource for me. Her book provides me with the most current and interesting information on Lake Tahoe which perfectly meets my needs. Plus, her photography is stunning. Definitely inspires me to hike whenever I am in Tahoe. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , October 12, 2012

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  Best Easy Day Hikes Lake Tahoe, 2nd (Best Easy Day Hikes Series)

  Book (FalconGuides)
  

  Rating (3 reviews):

  (5.0/5)

  

  A Genuine Second Edition

  Even the otherwise loquacious John Muir was at something of a loss for words when he tried to describe Lake Tahoe. Beautiful, scenic, "blue," etc. But whatever the shortcomings of language to describe the scenery, the Tahoe region is the recreational center of the northern Sierra. For those seeking short hiking outings, Tracy Salcedo Chourre's contribution to the Best Easy Day Hike series has long been the guidebook of choice. Popular for over a decade, Ms. Salcedo-Chourre now offers readers a new and fully updated second edition. Unlike many second (and third) edition hiking guides which feature only cosmetic changes, this book offers several new hikes as well as updated maps and GPS coordinates.Probably the best feature of the second edition is that it extends the Tahoe region to cover Donnor Lake and offers two short nature trails in that region. Also new are the Martis Creek Wildlife Area and the Exercise Trail at Incline Village. At the core of the book,... 5/5 Fritz R. Ward "dayhiker" (Crestline, CA United States) - See all my reviews, July 27, 2010

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  Tahoe him.es

  We visit the Tahoe area all the time and wanted a quick reference for day hikes. This one, even though the cover says easy, has some more difficult in the book as well. It will be a good guide. 5/5 Sally Smith "Elaine" - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Best Easy Day Hikes Lake Tahoe, 2nd (Best Easy Day Hikes Series) (Paperback) We visit the Tahoe area all the time and wanted a quick reference for day hikes. This one, even though the cover says easy, has some more difficult in the book as well. It will be a good guide. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 18, 2013

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  Lake tahoe Trails

  Great book, lots of information on walking trails, towns, and how to be prepared.Book worth having if you intend trekking at Lake Tahoe. 5/5 Runnicles - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Best Easy Day Hikes Lake Tahoe, 2nd (Best Easy Day Hikes Series) (Paperback) Great book, lots of information on walking trails, towns, and how to be prepared.Book worth having if you intend trekking at Lake Tahoe. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , October 20, 2012

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  Lake Tahoe: A Fragile Beauty

  Book (Chronicle Books)
  

  Rating (6 reviews):

  (5.0/5)

  

  Lake Tahoe, An Alpine Diamond

  What can I say about Lake Tahoe. I have always had a love affair with it. Going there as a young boy and taking photographs of it with my Kodak Brownie Camera, I have grown to appreciate the beauty of this natural lake on the California, Nevada border. The images of Thomas Bachand truely do honor to her. I recommend this book to anyone who has visited Lake Tahoe, as well as those that haven't. I am also glad that images of the "casinos and the commercial part of Stateline, were omitted. 5/5 S. Gosenson "SAGo" (California, USA) - See all my reviews, December 7, 2009

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  Fragile and Quite Beautiful Indeed

  There is a obvious affinity with Ansel Adams that accents this work, though in a contemporary and minimal way, and of course with color (that sometimes plays as a monochromatic palette.) The subject matter is pastoral and classical in a sense, but seen through a sharp, modern lens. Beyond the lovely photographs is a direct connection with nature's mystery, and the responsibility we hold as "caretakers" of a most valuable resource. Mr. Bachand uses the understated to make a grand statement. 5/5 Vincent Benededtto (New York City) - See all my reviews, March 12, 2009

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  A Fine and Poignant Book...

  I've had this book not only on my shelf but nearby my reading chair at home. Since the mid-1960's I have been taking trips to Lake Tahoe. Firsthand I've seen it become more and more overrun by the foot fall of man & all that means. Mr. Bachands' book captures the essence of Lake Tahoe and demonstates its transitory nature. Rather than rest on my bookshelf with dozens of other picture books I find myself reaching for this volume time and time again. Sometimes to rest my eyes, other times to refresh my memories of the lake. It's a lovely book and I think, an important one. I look forward to Mr. Bachands next effort, knowing it will be thoughtful, powerful and beautiful. 5/5 Richard J. Kerrigan (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews, March 9, 2009

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  Insiders' Guide to Reno and Lake Tahoe, 6th (Insiders' Guide Series)

  Book (Insiders' Guide)
  

  Rating (8 reviews):

  (3.8/5)

  

  Well written and extremely informative

  I have just moved to Reno and this book was on my hit list so I can understand and get acquainted with the area as soon as possible. This book is has been a great tool. In the short time I've been here I've seen/done/been to a few of these places referenced and the author describes them exactly. This man knows Reno/Tahoe. I can see me using this book for many years. The only thing I am a bit disappointed in is the amount of restaurants he reviewed. To be fair, there are many, many choices but it does seem that the coverage was a bit less than I would like. I guess I could just try them myself. In summary, very good book and extremely valuable for inside information on Reno/Tahoe. 5/5 Robert Kirk (Reno, Nv) - See all my reviews, August 28, 2010

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  Good book, not one picture.

  This book is very helpful and full of information, however I was disappointed that a book about such a gorgeous place had no pictures of the places it was describing. I was bummed, but I'm over it now. At least there's one on the cover! 4/5 C. Boucher "CLB" (Connecticut) - See all my reviews, May 29, 2010

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  Don't buy this book

  We bought this book as a guide for a family trip to Tahoe. We had never been and knew little about the area. This book is so poorly organized that I hardly opened it once we got to Tahoe. I ended up using the internet more than the book. I use travel guides frequently and have never found one so difficult to use. It is basically just lists that are organized for each city (Reno, North Tahoe, South Tahoe, Sparks) There are no "Insider" tips on what is worthwhile or any useful information about how to organize your time in Tahoe etc. 1/5 malaykah "sc" (Arizona, USA) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Insiders' Guide to Reno and Lake Tahoe, 6th (Insiders' Guide Series) (Paperback) We bought this book as a guide for a family trip to Tahoe. We had never been and knew little about the area. This book is so poorly organized that I hardly opened it once we got to Tahoe. I ended up using the internet more than the book. I use travel guides frequently and have never found one so difficult to use. It is basically just lists that are organized for each city (Reno, North Tahoe, South Tahoe, Sparks) There are no "Insider" tips on what is worthwhile or any useful information about how to organize your time in Tahoe etc. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , July 3, 2012

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  Fodor's Northern California 2013: with Napa, Sonoma, Yosemite, San Francisco & Lake Tahoe (Full-color Travel Guide)

  Book (Fodor's)
  

  Rating (6 reviews):

  (4.2/5)

  

  Not Thrilled

  I bought this book in preparation for a driving trip from Frisco to Crescent City. The map included is small and it is of the whole state of California. It also has tons of info on Central California which I did not need. Actually about 50 pages applies to my trip and the map is useless because it is too small to give the detail I need. I suppose some people would appreciate this book but it was a bit disappointing for me. I got better books from AAA for free. 2/5 Tina "Tina" (Honokaa, HI, United States) - See all my reviews, February 25, 2013

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  Fodors Northern California

  Very helpful book if your visiting Northern California. Lots of tips and information included in the book such as places to stay and eat. A definite must buy if your planning a trip to Northern California. 4/5 Lisa - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Fodor's Northern California 2013: with Napa, Sonoma, Yosemite, San Francisco & Lake Tahoe (Full-color Travel Guide) (Paperback) Very helpful book if your visiting Northern California. Lots of tips and information included in the book such as places to stay and eat. A definite must buy if your planning a trip to Northern California. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , April 2, 2013

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  Great resource

  Everything is there. No fluff. Great day trip guide, nice review of Tahoe area, includes the big national parks. It's a one-book guide that covers it all. 5/5 B.F. "B.F." (Maryland) - See all my reviews This review is from: Fodor's Northern California 2013: with Napa, Sonoma, Yosemite, San Francisco & Lake Tahoe (Full-color Travel Guide) (Paperback) Everything is there. No fluff. Great day trip guide, nice review of Tahoe area, includes the big national parks. It's a one-book guide that covers it all. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 20, 2013

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  Tahoe beneath the Surface: The Hidden Stories of America's Largest Mountain Lake

  Book (Heyday)
  

  Rating (12 reviews):

  (3.8/5)

  

  A different look at Tahoe's history

  Would I recommend this book? With qualifications.The author sets out to tell little known tales of Tahoe and the surrounding region, especially focusing on some of its literary residents and visitors. It is the author's belief that this mountain lake had significant impact on America a number of times.Pros. It's interesting. It's not necessary to read the chapters in order and I suspect that a person might choose to dip back into it numerous times. The strongest chapter concerns John Muir and his failed effort, working with other people, to establish a national park in the basin. This was part of the author's doctoral dissertation, so he had plenty of material to work with. Another interesting chapter concerned Mark Twain, who spent three years in the West as he avoided the Civil War. The author provides quotations about Tahoe from Twain's Roughing It, which most of us are familiar with, but also includes a couple of evocative passages from Innocents... 3/5 TahoeKay "Kay" (South Lake Tahoe, CA United States) - See all my reviews This review is from: Tahoe beneath the Surface: The Hidden Stories of America's Largest Mountain Lake (Paperback) Would I recommend this book? With qualifications.The author sets out to tell little known tales of Tahoe and the surrounding region, especially focusing on some of its literary residents and visitors. It is the author's belief that this mountain lake had significant impact on America a number of times.Pros. It's interesting. It's not necessary to read the chapters in order and I suspect that a person might choose to dip back into it numerous times. The strongest chapter concerns John Muir and his failed effort, working with other people, to establish a national park in the basin. This was part of the author's doctoral dissertation, so he had plenty of material to work with. Another interesting chapter concerned Mark Twain, who spent three years in the West as he avoided the Civil War. The author provides quotations about Tahoe from Twain's Roughing It, which most of us are familiar with, but also includes a couple of evocative passages from Innocents... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 20, 2011

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  To be savored

  This book is to be savored, and not rushed through, though often enough you're reading at a frantic pace to find out what happened next, and next and next and...Scott Lankford transports the reader through the Tahoe region's 10,000 year history, starting with the Native Americans to "discoverers" like John Fremont. Included are incredible tales of John Steinbeck, John Muir, Bertrand Russell, John F. Kennedy, and Frank Sinatra. Their tales are imbued with mystery and intrigue, and evidence the fact that "All things are connected to Tahoe."The book was made to be a fun, and super informative read, and delving into not only the past of Tahoe, but also its future, it manages to leave the reader with wonder and a new, more complete history of California that is not to be found elsewhere. 5/5 Anil Aggarwal - See all my reviews This review is from: Tahoe beneath the Surface: The Hidden Stories of America's Largest Mountain Lake (Paperback) This book is to be savored, and not rushed through, though often enough you're reading at a frantic pace to find out what happened next, and next and next and...Scott Lankford transports the reader through the Tahoe region's 10,000 year history, starting with the Native Americans to "discoverers" like John Fremont. Included are incredible tales of John Steinbeck, John Muir, Bertrand Russell, John F. Kennedy, and Frank Sinatra. Their tales are imbued with mystery and intrigue, and evidence the fact that "All things are connected to Tahoe."The book was made to be a fun, and super informative read, and delving into not only the past of Tahoe, but also its future, it manages to leave the reader with wonder and a new, more complete history of California that is not to be found elsewhere. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , December 11, 2010

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  Great read! Secret histories revealed!

  "Tahoe Beneath the Surface" turned out to be the perfect travel book for me. While I had unexpected layovers in two airports, I was able to endure and even enjoy the time because I'd brought "Tahoe Beneath the Surface" with me. The author Scott Lankford has a very appealing writing style so that complex history becomes easy to understand and very exciting. From the prehistoric trees discovered "growing" beneath the surface of Lake Tahoe to weird "coincidences" linking Jack Ruby, JFK and Marilyn Monroe to Tahoe, the book is full of surprises that Lankford weaves together into a fascinating "secret" history of California and in many ways the rest of the U.S. I appreciate his decision to include the history of the native peoples who lived around Tahoe as well. This book is fascinating and highly readable! 5/5 Otaku Girl "Asian Culture Fan" (Laramie, WY) - See all my reviews This review is from: Tahoe beneath the Surface: The Hidden Stories of America's Largest Mountain Lake (Paperback) "Tahoe Beneath the Surface" turned out to be the perfect travel book for me. While I had unexpected layovers in two airports, I was able to endure and even enjoy the time because I'd brought "Tahoe Beneath the Surface" with me. The author Scott Lankford has a very appealing writing style so that complex history becomes easy to understand and very exciting. From the prehistoric trees discovered "growing" beneath the surface of Lake Tahoe to weird "coincidences" linking Jack Ruby, JFK and Marilyn Monroe to Tahoe, the book is full of surprises that Lankford weaves together into a fascinating "secret" history of California and in many ways the rest of the U.S. I appreciate his decision to include the history of the native peoples who lived around Tahoe as well. This book is fascinating and highly readable! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 24, 2010

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  The Lake of the Sky Lake Tahoe in the High Sierras of California and Nevada, its History, Indians, Discovery by Frémont, Legendary Lore, Various Namings, ... a Full Account of the Tahoe National ...

  eBooks
  

  Rating (1 reviews):

  (4.0/5)

  

  Lake of the Sky

  Mr. James is an interesting author with a vivid interpretation of his surroundings. Lake Tahoe, as it was in 1913, is beautiful. 4/5 H. V. Anderson (California) - See all my reviews, January 11, 2013

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  Fodor's Northern California 2012: with Napa, Sonoma, Yosemite, San Francisco & Lake Tahoe (Full-color Travel Guide)

  Book (Fodor's)
  

  Rating (2 reviews):

  (5.0/5)

  

  The trip of a lifetime!

  Northern California is a cornucopia of travel delights not to be missed. But how do make the most of your limited time? Fodor's guide helped us immensely in prioritizing and organizing the sights and activities that mattered most to us. We were able to fashion a workable itinerary that maximized our range while minimizing windshield time. Whether its the city (San Francisco), wine country, national parks, beaches, fine art or good food that interests you (or all of the above) Fodor's will provide excellent information to make sure you see and do it all on whatever budget you have. 5/5 Robert Vogel (Enterprise, FL United States) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Fodor's Northern California 2012: with Napa, Sonoma, Yosemite, San Francisco & Lake Tahoe (Full-color Travel Guide) (Paperback) Northern California is a cornucopia of travel delights not to be missed. But how do make the most of your limited time? Fodor's guide helped us immensely in prioritizing and organizing the sights and activities that mattered most to us. We were able to fashion a workable itinerary that maximized our range while minimizing windshield time. Whether its the city (San Francisco), wine country, national parks, beaches, fine art or good food that interests you (or all of the above) Fodor's will provide excellent information to make sure you see and do it all on whatever budget you have. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , June 18, 2012

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  Good product

  We didn't get chance to use it like we thought we were but just by looking through it we know we have the right book when we do go on our trip it is easy to navigate through we need something straight to the point 5/5 gege - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Fodor's Northern California 2012: with Napa, Sonoma, Yosemite, San Francisco & Lake Tahoe (Full-color Travel Guide) (Paperback) We didn't get chance to use it like we thought we were but just by looking through it we know we have the right book when we do go on our trip it is easy to navigate through we need something straight to the point Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 3, 2013

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  Lake Tahoe Recreation Map

  Book (Marketscope Books)
  

  Rating (3 reviews):

  (4.3/5)

  

  very detailed map

  I was looking for a map specifically for off-road trails in this area. So far this map has proven to be very accurate. Other maps only have a few here and there, so it would take 2 or even 3 maps to figure out where trails went.The only problem I have with this map is it's a small area. Tom Harrison does not make any maps that border this area, so I will have to use my other maps still. 5/5 Mark - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Lake Tahoe Recreation Map (Map) I was looking for a map specifically for off-road trails in this area. So far this map has proven to be very accurate. Other maps only have a few here and there, so it would take 2 or even 3 maps to figure out where trails went.The only problem I have with this map is it's a small area. Tom Harrison does not make any maps that border this area, so I will have to use my other maps still. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 22, 2010

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  Good map, but too much lake

  This is a nice map, but it only covers the area immediately around the lake. A lot of space is used on the lake itself, which I suppose is necessary to preserve the correct scale, but I was hoping for more coverage of the Desolation and Granite Chief Wilderness. This map is mostly for those who are interested in the Tahoe Rim Trail, not all the other trails further away from the lake. 3/5 anonymous (Dayton, OH) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Lake Tahoe Recreation Map (Map) This is a nice map, but it only covers the area immediately around the lake. A lot of space is used on the lake itself, which I suppose is necessary to preserve the correct scale, but I was hoping for more coverage of the Desolation and Granite Chief Wilderness. This map is mostly for those who are interested in the Tahoe Rim Trail, not all the other trails further away from the lake. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , April 3, 2013

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  Just what I expected and more

  Very light-weight, easy to fold, water proof, and tear proof. It came on time and is now waiting for the true test-hiking Lake Tahoe! 5/5 Lwsprout - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Lake Tahoe Recreation Map (Map) Very light-weight, easy to fold, water proof, and tear proof. It came on time and is now waiting for the true test-hiking Lake Tahoe! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 22, 2013

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