Muscle Powered Snowshoe Trek Around Spooner Lake, Lake Tahoe
Enjoy the winter beauty of Spooner Lake; a part of Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park. Join us on this 3-mile round-trip snowshoe trek around Spooner Lake that will take us through pine and aspen forests as we circle around the lake. Large flocks of Chickadees are often seen. Estimated time of activity is 5 hours.
Meet at Hwy 50 Park-and-Ride just west of Hwy 50/US395 interchange. We will carpool to Spooner Lake. Parking inside the park at Spooner Lake requires a $10.00 per vehicle entrance fee (exact cash amount required), or annual or senior park pass. By carpooling the costs are reduced.
Dogs are not allowed on this hike. Required items include Snowshoes, gloves/mittens, snacks, and water. Although it is cold, at least two quarts of water are recommended. Also, recommended items include poles, extra socks, hats, and clothing layers rather than one large heavy coat. Dress warmly and be prepared for sun, wind, and snow.
The snowshoe leaders have a limited number of snowshoes and poles available to borrow. This is a 'first come first serve type situation'. If you wish to borrow a pair you MUST call Chelsea at (970) 889-0921 ahead of time. Three known snowshoe rental stores are listed below; but please note that Muscle Powered does not guarantee availability; and there may be other stores. Please contact the store.
1. Play it Again Sports, 911 Topsy Lane, Unit 226 A, Carson City NV 89705, 775-267-3390
2. REI, 2225 Harvard Way, Reno, NV 89502, 775-828-9090
3. Village Ski Loft, 800 Tahoe Blvd, Incline Village, NV 89451, 775-831-3537
In case of bad weather, we will cancel. Please check our www.musclepowered.org calendar, or our Facebook page for last minute changes. Contact Chelsea by calling or texting at 970-889-0921 if you have questions.
