GETTING HERE
Located off Highway 89, between Truckee and Tahoe City, on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, Palisades Tahoe is just 42 miles from Reno, 96 miles from Sacramento and 196 miles from San Francisco via all weather Interstate 80.
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION
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Reno/Tahoe (RNO) Airport (48.9 mi from Palisades Tahoe)
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Greyhound Bus Service available to Truckee, CA (11.7 mi from Palisades Tahoe)
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Amtrak Service available to Truckee, CA (11.7 mi from Squaw Valley)​​
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Rental cars available at Reno/Tahoe Airport and in Truckee
LOCAL TRANSPORTATION
We have amazing FREE local transportation!
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Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit (TART) is ALWAYS FREE! Daily bus routes connect west, north and east shore communities of Lake Tahoe to Truckee.
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TART Connect offers FREE curb-to-cub on demand shuttle service within Tahoe and Truckee service areas. It's easy! Get the App and sign up for your ride!
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GETTING AROUND THE LAKE
GETTING AROUND THE VILLAGE
WHERE TO STAY
EVO HOTEL TAHOE CITY
Evo Hotel Tahoe City is curated by iconic snowboarder and Tahoe local Jeremy Jones, bringing his passion for the area to life throughout the hotel. Located in Campus Tahoe City, along the shores of Lake Tahoe, a mecca for year-round adventure. This hotel is an outdoor cultural hub featuring curated rooms, a happening bar restaurant, gear rentals and demos, a gallery and creative retail experience. Even better, it is next door to Alpenglow Sports, the area's premier trail running shop owned by Broken Arrow founder and race director Brendan Madigan.
Evo is generously offering Broken Arrow runners 25% off best available rates - use this link or code BROKE when booking.
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Nestled at the base of Palisades Tahoe Ski Resort (and just minutes walk to the start line) Palisades Tahoe Lodge offers on-slope convenience and year-round activities, swimming, dining and shopping. Spacious condominium suites blend all the comforts of home with the finest lodging amenities and services.
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Reserve your space by calling (866) 818-6963 and use the code BASKYRACE2025 for a discount. Rates get better the more nights you stay. Rooms are first-come-first-serve so don't sleep on it.
THE VILLAGE AT PALISADES
TAHOE
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Our partners at The Village at Palisades Tahoe are also offering some fantastic lodging opportunities during Broken Arrow. Located centrally in the village these accommodations give you quick access to our start and finish line, vendor village and sponsor restaurants.
The Village at Palisades Tahoe is pleased to offer discounts to Broken Arrow Skyrace guests. Use THIS link for 15% off (requires a two-night stay) and THIS link for 20% off (requires a three-night stay).
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You may also reserve your Broken Arrow Skyrace dates by calling (888) 767-1907.
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PLUMPJACK INN
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PlumpJack Inn offers and intimate, boutique hotel experience at the base of the Palisades Tahoe Ski Resort and village. Plumpjack offer the comfort of an inn with the amenities of a full- service hotel. Amenities include a renowned restaurant and bar in addition to an outdoor pool and hot tubs, bocce court and croquet lawn, complimentary parking, wireless internet and cruiser bikes (amenities subject to change). PlumpJack Inn is located across the street from village shops, restaurants, activities and ski lifts at Palisades Tahoe.
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Guests with the Broken Arrow Skyrace may call (800) 323-7666 and ask to book a room in the "Broken Arrow Skyrace" block to receive reduced hotel room rates. Guests with this group receive 15% off standard rates.
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Entire stay is processed upon booking and non-refundable if cancelled less than 30 days prior to arrival. PlumpJack has a two night minimum stay on weekends. Room rates are subject to 10% occupancy tax, 2% district tax and a resort fee of $28 per night.
BASECAMP HOTEL
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Basecamp Tahoe City is a boutique hotel built for exploring the incredible lakes, trails, and mountains in the Lake Tahoe Basin. As such, they are a PERFECT partner for Broken Arrow runners. Their accommodations are located in the heart of Tahoe City, close to the best shopping, restaurants, night life on the North Shore. Their 24 stylish rooms are designed for adventure and relaxation seekers alike, with the amenities and style of a modern resort, but at more reasonable prices. Come stay and let Basecamp Hotel lodging be your springboard for your Lake Tahoe adventure. Basecamp is generously offering Broken Arrow runners 15% off regular rates - use code BROKENARROW25 when booking.
CAMPING IN TAHOE
Save that cash for a new pair of Salomons! Ample camping options are available in North Lake Tahoe. Many do require reservations and fill up quickly in summer months. Click here for all the info on Google.
WHAT TO DO
There's lots of fun stuff to do in North Lake Tahoe during your trip.
Recreation​
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Grab your boots and access the stunning backcountry of the Tahoe region on foot!
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Climb over 2,000 feet on the Aerial Tram with 360° views of Lake Tahoe and the High Sierra. Skiers, riders, and sightseers alike will love the panoramic 10 minute ride that climbs 2,000 vertical feet and soars above a snowy mountainscape of granite rock and the iconic Tram Face. And that's just the beginning. Once you reach your destination at High Camp, located at 8,200', breathe in the fresh mountain air and immerse yourself in the High Sierra. Explore the entire High Camp Experience with dining, roller skating, pool, hot tub, hiking, geocaching, lawn games and disc golf. Discounted Tram tickets available durning race weekend!
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Check out Tahoe's newest outdoor adventure. Located on the iconic Tram Face at Palisades Tahoet, the Tahoe Via Ferrata towers above The Village at Palisades Tahoe. A Via Ferrata, which means “Iron Road” in Italian, is a protected hiking and climbing experience that scales the iconic rock face. Using permanent steel anchors and cables, participants are safely attached to the rock throughout the experience. Each participant will be guided along the routes by professionally trained mountain guides.
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Broken Arrow Skyracers and their families can can check out this must-try adventure, visit tahoevia.com to book today.
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A gorgeous 1,000 sq ft studio is a sanctuary for all to come home to themselves and their practice in the pristine mountain landscape of Palisades Tahoe. Hardwood floors meet large picture windows, offering extraordinary views of Olympic Valley’s legendary mountain peaks. Teaching yoga for all humans and welcoming all levels in an accessible classes.
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Shopping & Dining
The Village at Palisades Tahoe offers a variety of shopping and dining experiences, all within walking distance of the Broken Arrow Skyrace Expo! PlumpJack Cafe is widely regarded as Lake Tahoe’s premier dining destination, while Fireside Pizza has pizza that will delight all your senses and create memories that last a lifetime. Inspired by the coffee bars found on every street corner in Italy, Coffeebar was founded on the principles of providing the highest quality coffee and food in a café environment. A new addition to the village, Tremigo Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar features a family friendly authentic Mexican menu.
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Stroll the village and be sure to check out Parallel Mountain Sports. With bike rentals in the summer, Parallel Mountain Sports has you covered for all your adventure needs year-round.
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Family Fun
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Beginner and intermediate aerial trekking circuits to compliment the existing vertical climbing elements. Now available to kids 5+ and including 9 different bridges, 7 short zip lines, 5 vertical climbing events, and the giant swing. Try all three treetop ropes courses with different adventures in Tahoe City and Tahoe Vista.
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There are a variety of things to do for kids of all ages throughout the Truckee and North Shore region. For the little ones, check out Kid Zone play museum in Truckee for indoor and outdoor fun. Truckee Community Pool has indoor splash and swim spaces for all ages. In Tahoe City, check out what's showing at Tahoe Art Haus Cinema or head right next door to paint your own pottery, make candles and gnome gardens at All Fired Up. Cruise across the street for picnic and playground time on the shores of Lake Tahoe at Commons Beach. Take the whole family bowling on the east shore at Bowl Incline or stop along the way for mini golf at Magic Carpet Golf in Carnelian Bay or at Kings Beach Miniature Golf.
For a fun family day on the water check out Truckee River Raft Company. Start in Tahoe City for leisurely float down the Truckee River to River Ranch at Alpine Meadows Road.
Points of Interest
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Emerald Bay, a National Natural Landmark, features include Eagle Falls and Vikingsholm, a 38-room mansion that is considered one of the finest examples of Scandinavian architecture in the United States. The park contains the only island in Lake Tahoe. Emerald Bay is one of Lake Tahoe's most photographed and popular locations.
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The Gatekeeper’s Museum is a reconstruction of the original Gatekeeper’s Cabin, and is home to the Marion Steinbach Indian Basket Museum as well as local historical items.
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Get out on the lake!
The Tahoe Gal is an iconic 120 passenger paddle wheeler for those who are looking for a leisurely cruise. The Tahoe Gal departs daily from Tahoe City, cruising to Emerald Bay and along the North and West Shores of Lake Tahoe. Want to do the paddling yourself? Check out Tahoe City Kayak for kayak & SUP rentals, lessons and tours.
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