24 Activities
Salt Flats and Blue Waters: Lake Tahoe via Salt Lake City
Starts from
Salt Lake City
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
24
Duration
4 days
Length
563 mi
Route details
Starts from
Salt Lake City
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
4 days
Length
563 mi
Britnee Johnston
Travel Expert
- Explore the unusual Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah.
- Swim in the blue waters of Lake Tahoe in Nevada.
- Float the serene Truckee River in California.
This four-day route will take you from the salt flats of Utah to the beautiful Lake Tahoe in Nevada and California. Along the way, you will learn about the history of the westward expansion at local museums and interpretive centers, including about the Donner Party and California Gold Rush.
You will also swim and kayak in the blue waters of Lake Tahoe, along with a few hiking trips to capture views of Lake Tahoe and its surrounding mountains from all angles. This trip will be a memorable one!
You will also swim and kayak in the blue waters of Lake Tahoe, along with a few hiking trips to capture views of Lake Tahoe and its surrounding mountains from all angles. This trip will be a memorable one!
This four-day route will take you from the salt flats of Utah to the beautiful Lake Tahoe in Nevada and California. Along the way, you will learn about the history of the westward expansion at local museums and interpretive centers, including about the Donner Party and California Gold Rush.
You will also swim and kayak in the blue waters of Lake Tahoe, along with a few hiking trips to capture views of Lake Tahoe and its surrounding mountains from all angles. This trip will be a memorable one!
You will also swim and kayak in the blue waters of Lake Tahoe, along with a few hiking trips to capture views of Lake Tahoe and its surrounding mountains from all angles. This trip will be a memorable one!
Britnee Johnston
Travel Expert
- Explore the unusual Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah.
- Swim in the blue waters of Lake Tahoe in Nevada.
- Float the serene Truckee River in California.
Travel itinerary
6 Activities
Day 1
124 mi
Salt Flats and Historic Museums to Elko
You will enjoy today's itinerary with a visit to the unusual Bonneville Salt Flats, a historic airfield museum in Wendover, and an interpretive center on the trail of the 49ers.
6 Activities
Day 2
310 mi
Westward Expansion History and Animal Sanctuary Visit onto Reno
You will visit two local museums to explore the westward expansion along the California Trail, similar to the route you are taking today. Another interesting stop will be the Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary with unusual animal residents that you can meet on a tour.
6 Activities
Day 3
68 mi0.1 mi
Hiking and Swimming in the Blue Waters of Lake Tahoe
Today is full of amazing Lake Tahoe views and a visit to Chimney Beach to take a swim in the clear blue waters. Pack a picnic lunch before you head out.
6 Activities
Day 4
60 mi0.5 mi
Float the Truckee River and Explore Emerald Bay
Today, you will float the Truckee River, which offers crystal clear waters through a forested canyon. You will also explore Emerald Bay, including a historic home and kayak to Fannette Island.