Discover the History of Lake Tahoe at Gatekeeper's Museum

Getting There

• Public Bus

  To reach Gatekeeper's Museum at 130 W Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA from Carson City, take the 'Tahoe Transportation District' bus service. Start by walking to the nearest bus stop in Carson City, which is located at the intersection of Carson Street and Robinson Street. Catch the bus heading towards South Lake Tahoe. You will need to transfer at the Stateline bus terminal to the bus heading to Tahoe City. The trip will take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Once you arrive in Tahoe City, disembark at the stop nearest to the museum. From there, it's a short 5-minute walk to the museum.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, you can rent a bicycle from one of the local shops in Carson City. Start your journey by heading north on Carson Street towards US-50. Follow US-50 until you reach the intersection with Highway 89. Continue on Highway 89 towards Tahoe City. The ride will take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on your cycling speed. Once you arrive in Tahoe City, follow W Lake Blvd directly to the museum, which is located on your left at 130 W Lake Blvd.

• Walking

  Walking from Carson City to Gatekeeper's Museum is not recommended due to the distance (approximately 20 miles) and the lack of pedestrian pathways along the highway. However, if you are determined, you can take a scenic route through the parks and trails in the area. Start in downtown Carson City and head towards the east side of the city, following the trail that leads to the eastern foothills. Follow the trails and roads leading towards Lake Tahoe, making your way to Tahoe City. This will be a long and strenuous walk, taking several hours, but it offers beautiful scenery along the way.