It's time to gear up for some fall mountain biking before the snow hits. Luckily, the North Lake Tahoe area alone has more than 100 trails to go round and round on. An added bonus, Lake Tahoe in fall presents trails that are still in prime condition and with fewer crowds.

Cycling through the slopes of Lake Tahoe in fall present a plethora of color from the changing leaves of the surrounding aspens. With a front row view to the fall foliage, take your pick from the diverse lineup of trails. The popular North Tahoe Single Track is great for all levels, where the hills are short and moderate while the downhills are mellow and smooth. For the more advanced riders, the well-known Flume Trail is a strenuous ride with rewarding overlooking views of Lake Tahoe. Conversely, choosing the paved path tour of the Truckee River Bike path provides a great family excursion accompanied by scenic river and foliage sites.

Changing gears a bit, mountain biking is a...

Fall is here and Lake Tahoe is exploding with color from the surrounding aspens. The array of hues against the clear blue waters of Lake Tahoe and the towering evergreens offer a sight like no other. Taking a drive around the lake offers a great views, but opting for a hike or bike ride delivers a full immersion into the colorful fall foliage around Lake Tahoe.

The Lake Tahoe area delivers diversity in its marked biking trails, many ideal for enjoying the fall foliage. The Truckee River Bike Path extends from Tahoe City through Squaw Valley, snaking along the scenic Truckee River. The paved bike path is perfect for a leisurely bike ride for all ages with exquisite views of the changing aspen leaves.

Kicking it up a notch, the North Tahoe Single Track offers classic views as you peddle through a large network of mellow, rolling dirt roads. The trail takes you deep into aspen groves presenting punches of golden yellows with a feeling of seclusion....

While Lake Tahoe is known for its summer and winter adventures, the fall is the area's secret season. The crowds have dispersed and the trails have calmed, but the breathtaking views of the area have remained the same.

Fall Kayaking
The waters may be a bit brisk and the air a bit crisp, but bundle up and the adventure of fall Kayaking on Lake Tahoe can be quite rewarding. The shores offer pops of fall colored foliage while the waters are calmer with less boat traffic.

Mountain Biking
Lake Tahoe boasts some of the most picturesque biking trails with options for all skill levels. The scenic Flume Trail is great for advanced riders looking to be challenged while single tracks on the North Shore offer an escape into the woods adorned with the blazing fall foliage. For those novice riders looking for a biking tour of the Lake Tahoe area, the Truckee River Bike Path is a also a great alternative, snaking alo...

In 2012, the Town of Truckee took charge to update the Truckee Trails and Bikeways Master Plan and is now moving closer to the completion of the Truckee River Legacy Trail. The master plan provided guidelines to developing over 130 miles of trails and bikeways within the Town. When completed, the Truckee River Legacy Trail will connect Donner Memorial State Park to the Glenshire neighborhood with the majority of the path running parallel to the scenic Truckee River.

August 8 marks the celebration of the completed paved bike path, phase 3B. Picking up where the previous phase 3A left off, phase 3B will connect the Riverview Sports Park to the Glenshire subdivision. To celebrate the finalizing of this phase, the Town of Truckee will be hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration on August 8 at 4pm. The celebration will involve bike riding, bike decorating contests, booths and loads of community fun.

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The wooden "Thunderbird" yacht is currently being held captive within its granite garage at the historic Thunderbird lodge.

Low water levels on Lake Tahoe and a damaged engine have put the glamorous speedboat out of commission until the 2015 summer season. To get the beauty back out on the water, the Thunderbird Lodge Preservation Society will be need to raise $250,000 to repair the twin Allison aircraft engines.

Custom built in 1939 for the real estate mogul George Whittell Jr., the "Thunderbird" boasts two 1,100 horse power Allison engines — a type of engine used in WWII fighter planes — under its Honduran mahogany and stainless steel paneling. On the "Thunderbirds" final cruise of summer 2013, the engines started to make unusual noises which then resulted in scored cylinder walls, pitted crankshaft bearings and fragmented piston rings.

The Preservation Society fortunately has two spare Allison engines in storage but will...