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This weekend adventure features 41 miles of mountain biking over two full days of activity, at
least 8 strenuous climbs and 8 exciting descents, and two nights of inn stays. All of this cross-
country riding occurs around some of the loveliest alpine lakes, forests, and mountains of the world.
In addition, this tour travels through key historical sites of the Old West. Due to the climbing involved
at elevation, a high level of fitness is required for this tour. Because of the technical nature of some of
the terrain, a Sport or Intermediate mountain biking level or higher is recommended for this tour. This
adventure also includes round-trip transportation from the San Francisco Bay Area to Lake Tahoe and
the trailheads, two meals per full day, and limited rider support during the rides.
Dates Price
6/27–6/29 7/25-7/27 $400
Friday Departure from San Anselmo, CA
We begin the adventure with a late-afternoon/early-evening departure from our Home Office in San
Anselmo, CA to lovely South Lake Tahoe (elev. 6,254 ft.), where we will stay for the next two nights.
Day 1, Saturday – Marlette Lake and the Flume Trail Loop
After a hearty breakfast, we arrive at the Spooner Summit area by late-morning to ride the Flume Trail
Loop - a world renowned MTB ride. This ride begins at Spooner Lake State Park in Nevada. After a
long climb up North Canyon, we descend down to lovely Marlette Lake. Shortly thereafter, we begin
our loop by riding along the Flume Trail's scenic singletrack. The Flume Trail was originally a man-
made waterway used to transport logs to the Comstock Lode mining boom. Today, this magnificent
section provides both excellent views of beautiful Lake Tahoe and phenomenal singletrack riding high
above its shores. At the Tunnel Creek intersection, we climb up towards the Tahoe Rim Trail. Then,
a sandy descent follows. You may want to walk through some sections of this. We cross a couple
of creeks and continue to descend down to the old, abandoned Red House. Two strenuous climbs
follow before we descend back down to Marlette Lake and complete the Flume Trail Loop. As we
climb away from Marlette Lake, we have a final, long descent through North Canyon and back to the
Spooner Lake starting area.
(23 miles of mountain biking, with 4 strenuous climbs and 4 thrilling descents)
Day 2, Sunday – Hole in the Ground Trail Loop
Before driving back to San Francisco, we save the most challenging ride for last. This counter-
clockwise loop starts at Soda Springs, CA (elev. 6,768 ft.), climbs to the base of Boreal Ridge, and
intesects the Pacific Crest Trail. From this point onward, the loop is composed mostly of challenging,
technical singletrack. The singletrack climb to Andesite Peak (elev. 8,219 ft.) is definitely a challenge
due to its switchbacks, narrowness, and gradient. After cresting the peak, you experience a technical
descent over loose and protruding rocks to Lower Castle Creek. After briefly leveling off, rolling
singletrack with two strenuous climbs and two fast descents are experienced all the way to Lower
Lola Montez Lake. The terrain varies considerably on Lower Lola Montez Lake Trail. While this trail
has sections of dirt and gravel roadways, it also includes a unique wood and dirt staircase with well-
spaced steps for us to descend down. We finish this magnificent loop by riding over rolling
singletrack through a plush alpine forest. After regrouping and recovering at the end of this ride, we
drive back to San Anselmo to conclude this adventure.
(18 miles of mountain biking, with 4 strenuous climbs and 4 thrilling descents)
least 8 strenuous climbs and 8 exciting descents, and two nights of inn stays. All of this cross-
country riding occurs around some of the loveliest alpine lakes, forests, and mountains of the world.
In addition, this tour travels through key historical sites of the Old West. Due to the climbing involved
at elevation, a high level of fitness is required for this tour. Because of the technical nature of some of
the terrain, a Sport or Intermediate mountain biking level or higher is recommended for this tour. This
adventure also includes round-trip transportation from the San Francisco Bay Area to Lake Tahoe and
the trailheads, two meals per full day, and limited rider support during the rides.
Dates Price
6/27–6/29 7/25-7/27 $400
Friday Departure from San Anselmo, CA
We begin the adventure with a late-afternoon/early-evening departure from our Home Office in San
Anselmo, CA to lovely South Lake Tahoe (elev. 6,254 ft.), where we will stay for the next two nights.
Day 1, Saturday – Marlette Lake and the Flume Trail Loop
After a hearty breakfast, we arrive at the Spooner Summit area by late-morning to ride the Flume Trail
Loop - a world renowned MTB ride. This ride begins at Spooner Lake State Park in Nevada. After a
long climb up North Canyon, we descend down to lovely Marlette Lake. Shortly thereafter, we begin
our loop by riding along the Flume Trail's scenic singletrack. The Flume Trail was originally a man-
made waterway used to transport logs to the Comstock Lode mining boom. Today, this magnificent
section provides both excellent views of beautiful Lake Tahoe and phenomenal singletrack riding high
above its shores. At the Tunnel Creek intersection, we climb up towards the Tahoe Rim Trail. Then,
a sandy descent follows. You may want to walk through some sections of this. We cross a couple
of creeks and continue to descend down to the old, abandoned Red House. Two strenuous climbs
follow before we descend back down to Marlette Lake and complete the Flume Trail Loop. As we
climb away from Marlette Lake, we have a final, long descent through North Canyon and back to the
Spooner Lake starting area.
(23 miles of mountain biking, with 4 strenuous climbs and 4 thrilling descents)
Day 2, Sunday – Hole in the Ground Trail Loop
Before driving back to San Francisco, we save the most challenging ride for last. This counter-
clockwise loop starts at Soda Springs, CA (elev. 6,768 ft.), climbs to the base of Boreal Ridge, and
intesects the Pacific Crest Trail. From this point onward, the loop is composed mostly of challenging,
technical singletrack. The singletrack climb to Andesite Peak (elev. 8,219 ft.) is definitely a challenge
due to its switchbacks, narrowness, and gradient. After cresting the peak, you experience a technical
descent over loose and protruding rocks to Lower Castle Creek. After briefly leveling off, rolling
singletrack with two strenuous climbs and two fast descents are experienced all the way to Lower
Lola Montez Lake. The terrain varies considerably on Lower Lola Montez Lake Trail. While this trail
has sections of dirt and gravel roadways, it also includes a unique wood and dirt staircase with well-
spaced steps for us to descend down. We finish this magnificent loop by riding over rolling
singletrack through a plush alpine forest. After regrouping and recovering at the end of this ride, we
drive back to San Anselmo to conclude this adventure.
(18 miles of mountain biking, with 4 strenuous climbs and 4 thrilling descents)
Click on the link above to use
Yahoo! Maps, and view the
layout of some of the major
destinations on this adventure
tour. Enter locations such as
South Lake Tahoe, CA;
Glenbrook, NV; Truckee, CA;
and Soda Springs, CA in the
City, State text box of the map
window.
Yahoo! Maps, and view the
layout of some of the major
destinations on this adventure
tour. Enter locations such as
South Lake Tahoe, CA;
Glenbrook, NV; Truckee, CA;
and Soda Springs, CA in the
City, State text box of the map
window.
Complimentary Livestrong bracelets are available to the first tour guests on our 2008
tours while supply lasts. You may reserve this Wild West Cycling adventure tour by clicking
on the Dates and Tour buttons on the right and placing your choices into your online shopping
cart. Or you may reserve any of our adventure tours via the Internet, via telephone, or via
regular mail by visiting our Reservations Center. A full payment is required for our
weekend tours. To learn more about all of the amenities that are included with our tours, please
visit our Guest Services Center. We look forward to mountain biking with you in the High
Sierras.
Please view our Terms of Service page if you have any questions concerning our cancellation and refund policies.
tours while supply lasts. You may reserve this Wild West Cycling adventure tour by clicking
on the Dates and Tour buttons on the right and placing your choices into your online shopping
cart. Or you may reserve any of our adventure tours via the Internet, via telephone, or via
regular mail by visiting our Reservations Center. A full payment is required for our
weekend tours. To learn more about all of the amenities that are included with our tours, please
visit our Guest Services Center. We look forward to mountain biking with you in the High
Sierras.
Please view our Terms of Service page if you have any questions concerning our cancellation and refund policies.
