Accommodations - Alpine County

These local establishments have expressed an interest in hosting cyclists participating in the ride. Please call numbers listed for special rates indicated here.

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

14255 Highway 88 Hope Valley, CA 96120
www.desolationhotel.com/hope-valley infohv@desolationhotel.com (530)694-2203
This is a quaint lodge located on the eastern edge of Hope Valley in an Alpine setting. Excellent restaurant attached. An opportunity to arrive a few days early to train, or stay longer to recover.

Kirkwood Mountain Resort

Kirkwood, CA 95646
www.kirkwood.com (209)258-7293
Please call the Lodge Front Desk at 209-258-7293.

J. Marklee Toll Station

Markleeville, CA
530-694-2505
Rooms still available in the heart of Markleeville.

Woodfords Inn

Hwy 89 at Hwy 88 in Woodfords (4 miles from start)
woodfordsinn.com (530)694-2111

Starlight Lodge and Kyle's Cabin

Markleeville, CA 96120
(530)694-9691
Stunning setting in Woodfords near start of ride. Starlight Lodge has range of possible accommodations from single bed with shared bath to queen with private bath.

Carson River Resort

12399 State Route 89 Markleeville, CA 96120
carsonriverresort.com (530)694-2229

Merrill's Carson River Guest House

www.vrbo.com/179850 (530)694-2221
Lovely guest house on 1.5 acres located at base of Woodfords Canyon, 8 miles from Markleeville. 2 night minimum sleeps 5 max.

Guest House near Woodfords

www.vrbo.com/960087 Charming cottage on the River Edge located near Woodfords.

Creekside Lodge

14820 CA 89, Markleeville, CA
530-694-2511
In the heart of Markleeville!

Accommodations - Minden/Gardnerville Area (~20 miles/30 minutes from start)

These local establishments have expressed an interest in hosting cyclists participating in the ride. Please call numbers listed for special rates indicated here.

Carson Valley Inn (CVI) Motor Lodge

1627 Hwy 395 N., Minden, NV
carsonvalleyinn.com 775-783-6629
Katie's Country Kitchen Restaurant is right next door and open 24 hours, perfect for your early morning breakfast before the ride.

Historian Inn

1427 U.S. 395, Gardnerville, NV
www.historian-inn.com 877-783-9910
Light continental breakfast provided, J.T. Basque restaurant across the street.

Sierra Motel

1501 U.S. 395, Gardnerville, NV
sierramotelgardnerville.com 775-782-5145
Small motel in the heart of Gardnerville. Small diner, Woodettes, across the street.

Quality Inn

1795 Ironwood Drive, Minden, NV
www.qualityinn.com 775-782-7766
Continental breakfast included and available as early as 3 a.m.

Holiday Inn Express

1659 Nevada 88, Minden, NV
www.hiexpress.com 775-782-7766

David Walley's Hot Springs Resort and Spa

2001 Foothill Road, Genoa, NV
davidwalleys-resort.com 775-782-8155
Units range from studios to two bedrooms. All have kitchens and fireplaces.

Ridge Tahoe Resorts

400 Ridge Club Drive, Stateline, NV
www.ridegetahoeresort.com 775-588-3553
If you want to sleep at altitude, this is the place for you. All inclusive resort located above Daggetts Pass on Kingsbury Grade. Offers fitness center, full service spa, sports complex, indoor/outdoor swimming pools and jacuzzis, restaurant, bar, market and complementary shuttle bus to Lake Tahoe and casinos. Check out their "lowest available rate - run of the house".

Other Lodging

There are other resorts, hotels, motels, and inns in nearby Markleeville, Woodfords, Kirkwood, Minden, and Gardnerville with additional accommodations around South Lake Tahoe. For more information visit:
www.alpinecounty.com/directory06.php
www.visitcarsonvalley.org/
tahoechamber.org/lodging_reservations.aspx

Camping Options

Only some campgrounds take reservations (see details below). Campgrounds close to the start may be full by Friday evening. For campgrounds without reservations, consider arriving before June 28 to be sure to get a spot. Why not come for the whole week before the ride and get acclimated to the altitude?
Caltrans, CHP, and the Sheriff's Department will not allow anyone to spend the night parked on the shoulder of nearby highways and roads.

Crystal Springs Campground

Located on CA88 just west of Woodfords. There are 20 combination RV/tent sites (RV's up to 22'). There is a daily fee. Sites are available on a first-come basis--no reservations.

Kit Carson

Located on CA88 six miles west of Woodfords. There are 12 combination RV / tent sites (RV's up to 22'). The restrooms have flush toilets and hot shower (fee). There is a daily fee. Sites are available for reservation at www.recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777.

Markleeville Creek

Located off CA89 one mile south of Markleeville. There are 10 tent sites with water and vault toilets. There is a daily fee. Sites are available on a first-come basis--no reservations.

Grover Hot Springs State Park

Located at the end of Hot Springs Road four miles west of Markleeville. There are 76 sites all near piped drinking water and restrooms. There is a daily Fee. Campsites may be reserved by call (800) 444-7275. Hot Springs, changing rooms and showers available. Hours vary - please call (530) 694-2249 for current operating hours.

Silver Creek on Ebbetts

Located on CA4 east of Ebbett's Pass. There are 31 combination RV/tent sites with water and vault toilets. There is a daily fee. Sites are available for reservation at www.recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777.

Desolation Hotel Camground

Located on CA88 in Hope Valley along the West Fork Carson River. There are combination RV / tent sites some with RV hookups and one housekeeping trailer available. See listing for Desolation Hotel at the top of this page.

Hope Valley

Located on Blue Lakes Road 3 miles south of Hwy 88. There are 19 combination RV / tent sites (RV's up to 22'). The restrooms have flush toilets and hot shower (fee). There is a daily fee. Sites are available for reservation at www.recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777.

Hope Valley Group Campground

Located on Blue Lakes Road 3 miles south of Hwy 88. There are 3 combination RV / tent sites (RV's up to 22') for up to 16 people and 4 vehicles with water, vault toilets, tables and firepits. There is a daily fee.

Lower Blue Lakes

Located on Blue Lakes Road 12 miles south of Hwy 88. There are 16 combination RV / tent sites with water and vault toilets. There is a daily fee. Sites are available on a first-come basis-- no reservations. Information at 916-923-7142. Daily Fee.

Dining Options

These establishments have expressed an interest in feeding cyclists participating in the ride:

Sorensen’s Cafe

14255 Highway 88 Hope Valley, CA 96120
www.desolationhotel.com/hope-valley/dining (530)694-2203
Dinner served until 8:00pm -- Reservations recommended.

Cutthroat Saloon and Restaurant

Hwy 89, Markleeville, CA 96120
530-694-2150
Dinner served until 8:00pm

Stonefly Woodfired Pizza and Restaurant

14821 Hwy 89, Markleeville, CA 96120
www.stoneflyrestaurant.com (530)694-999903
Dinner served 5:00pm - 9:00pm -- Reservations recommended.