Squaw Valley – John Daegling Memorial Walk
Seasonal Walk
SN: 125595 – 2024 / Y1785
Starting Sun, May 1st, 2024 until Nov 30th, 2024
Start box available: Start and finish during daylight hours only!
Olympic Valley, California
The address/location for the Physical Start Box (PSB) is as follows:
1750 Village East Rd. Olympic Valley, CA 96146
| Special programs
Par-For-The-Course CC: Placer County |
Event comments
While up at Tahoe, enjoy other Year Round Events in the area. Don’t forget that we have walks in Nevada as well!
Rating: 1A, Distance: 5, 10km
| Restrooms: Yes | Pets: Yes |
| Strollers: Medium | Wheelchairs: Hard |
Event information
Start/Finish during daylight hours only! Snow/ice cancels event. Olympic Valley, formally known as Squaw Valley, was the site for the 1960 Winter Olympics. This walk will take you through the world-renown Olympic venue near Lake Tahoe. From the starting point, walk through the Village area, then on to view the historic Squaw Valley Chapel, one of 3 buildings remaining from the Olympics. Thereafter, you will walk along the valley floor, (6200′ elevation) mostly on paved bike/walking paths that include views of the golf course
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Driving to Start Box 1750 Village East Rd. Olympic Valley, CA 96146 Directions: Eastbound I-80 from Sacramento or Westbound I-80 from Reno, exit #185 Hwy. #89/Lake Tahoe at Truckee to Tahoe City. Go south on Hwy. #89 to Olympic Valley Rd. (approx. 8 mi.) Turn right onto Olympic Valley Rd. for 2.1 mi. Then turn left onto Village East Rd. Destination is on your right.
Point of Contact: Lynn Booth 209-614-4310 [email protected]
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Tahoma – Squaw Valley
Seasonal Walk
SN: 125597 – 2024 / Y2262
Starting Sun, May 1st, 2024 until Nov 30th, 2024
Start box available: Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet hrs; 6am-3pm daily.
Tahoma, California
The address/location for the Physical Start Box (PSB) is as follows:
Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet
625 W. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA 96145 530-583-1377
| Special programs None provided
CC: El Dorado County |
Rating: 2B, Distance: 6, 11km
| Restrooms: Yes | Pets: No |
| Strollers: No | Wheelchairs: No |
Event information
Event is at ~6200 ft. elevation. The Walk will be on bike paths, campground and dirt trails throughout Tahoma, and Sugar Pine Point State Park. Walkers will enjoy a bit of history as part of the trail is where the Biathlon and Cross-Country Ski events took place during the 1960 Winter Olympics. The paved 6K walk route is okay for strollers and wheelchairs, but not recommended for the 11K. Pets on leash with cleanup are only allowed on the 6k route. These Tahoma routes are NEW for 2018. Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet; Hours: 6am–3pm daily. May close earlier in off season. Snow/ice will cancel this event.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Driving to the start box 625 W. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA 96145 530-583-1377. Eastbound I-80 from Sacramento or Westbound I-80 from Reno, exit #185 Hwy #89/Lake Tahoe at Truckee to Tahoe City. Upon entering the first round-about in Tahoe City, turn right to reach Hwy #89-S toward Emerald Bay. At the next round-about turn right onto #89 S toward Emerald Bay. Go about 0.2 mi. to Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet on right. From Hwy #50 in South Lake Tahoe, take Hwy #89 N to Tahoe City, 26.4 mi. to Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet on left. After registering, you will drive about 8.6 miles S on Hwy #89 to Tahoma (see walk instructions).
Point of Contact: Karen Reed 408-315-7727 [email protected]
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Tahoe City – Lake Forest
Seasonal Walk
SN: 125596 – 2024 / Y0195
Starting Sun, May 1st, 2023 until Nov 30th, 2023
Start box available: 6am–3pm daily
Tahoe City, California
Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet
625 W. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA 96145 530-583-1377
| Special programs
Par-For-The-Course Step to the Beat CC: Placer Co |
Event comments
Walk through Tahoe City on sidewalks and paved bike trails to the charming suburb of Lake Forest. Along the way you will go a short distance on dirt trails, see beautiful views of Lake Tahoe, the Coast Guard Station, a small state park (pets leashed), and out on the pier. Visit picnic areas and pass lakefront homes.
Rating: 2A, Distance: 5, 11km
| Restrooms: Yes | Pets: Yes |
| Strollers: Medium | Wheelchairs: No |
Event information
Hours: 6am–3pm daily. Snow/ice will cancel this event. Elevation 6,200 ft. 11k walk thru Tahoe City on paved bike trail to charming suburb of Lake Forest. 5k &11k. Short distance on dirt trails. Lake views, Coast Guard Station, small State Park- Pets leashed or carried. Picnic areas. 11k return picks up new Tahoe Lakeside Trail and historic Commons Beach area. Cross the Truckee River Dam.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Driving to the start box 625 W. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA 96145 530-583-1377. Eastbound I-80 from Sacramento or Westbound I-80 from Reno, exit #185 Hwy #89/Lake Tahoe at Truckee to Tahoe City. Upon entering the first round-about in Tahoe City, turn right to reach Hwy #89-S toward Emerald Bay. At the next round-about turn right onto #89 S toward Emerald Bay. Go about 0.2 mi. to Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet on right. From Hwy #50 in South Lake Tahoe, take Hwy #89 N to Tahoe City, 26.4 mi. to Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet on left. After registering you will drive 0.3-miles N to start 11k walk. Drive 2.5 miles for 5k start in Lake Forest. Driving directions to starts are on the walk instructions
Point of Contact: Karen Reed 408-315-7727 [email protected]
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Truckee – Steiners’ Memorial River Walk
Seasonal Walk
SN: 125598- 2024 / Y0022
Starting Sun, May 1st, 2024 until Nov 30th, 2024
Start box available: Walk dawn – dusk
Truckee, California
The address/location for the Physical Start Box (PSB) is as follows:
Raley’s O-N-E Market-Truckee
10001 Soaring Way, Truckee, CA 96161
Special Programs – None provided CC: Nevada
Rating: 1B, Distance: 6, 10km
| Restrooms: Yes | Pets: Yes |
| Strollers: Easy | Wheelchairs: Medium |
Event information
Raley’s hours daily 6am to 11 pm, 530-587-0125. Walk during daylight hours. Elevation 6,000 ft. Snow/ice cancels walk. New all paved, undulating expanded river view trail. Variable shade. Information signs pertaining to historic sites along Truckee River. Numerous viewing benches. View of 3 volcanoes. Restrooms at the beginning of trail.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Driving to the start box
10001 Soaring Wy. Truckee, CA 96161 Walk-box is located upstairs in Loft.From Hwy. #80 take exit 188B for CA-89/267 S toward Sierraville/Lake Tahoe. Turn right onto CA- 267 S for 1.4 mi. Turn Left onto Soaring Wy. At traffic circle, take the first exit and stay on Soaring Wy. Exit the traffic circle onto Soaring Wy. Turn Right into Raley’s parking lot. After registering, there will be a short drive to the starting point. (See driving directions in walk instructions.)
Point of Contact – Jennie Gordon 916-204-3839 [email protected]
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Capital Neighborhoods
Year Round Walk
SN: 125785 – 2024 / Y0936
From: Sat, Jan 1st, 2024 to Dec 31st, 2024
Start box available: Daily, 7 am to dusk. Snow and/or ice cancels event
Carson City, Nevada
The address/location to the Physical Start Box (PSB):
917 N. Carson St. Carson City, NV
Special Programs:
Par-For-The-Course
Town Halls / City Halls
Walking the United States – Capitals
Walking with America’s Veterans
CC: Washoe County
Rating: 1A, Distance: 5, 10km
| Restrooms: No | Pets: Yes |
| Strollers: Medium | Wheelchairs: Hard |
Event information
Daily, 7 am to dusk. Restrooms available across from hotel at Arco/AmPm and along route. Pets ok with cleanup but not allowed on Capitol grounds. The Neighborhoods route visits the capitol complex and the historic district with many homes on the National Historic Register. Then you’ll walk thru a post WWII neighborhood and an upscale golf community with the option of including a commercial area. You’ll also pass the Nevada State Museum, a casino and several eateries in the downtown area.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Driving to the start box
917 North Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701-1200. 775-882-7744. From I-80 take I-580 exit in Reno south for 27 miles to Carson City. Take exit 43/ N. Carson St/Hwy 395 bus. Start is on the Left corner of Carson St and E. Ann. Or take Hwy 50 to Carson City from Sacramento area, turn left on Hwy 395 (Carson St). From this direction, the start point is approx 8-9 blocks past the Capital on the Right. OK to stay parked at Hotel.
Point of Contact : Judy Gordon 775-331-9296 [email protected]
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Reno, NV – Historical Walk
Year Round Walk
SN: 125755 – 2024 / Y0023
From Sat, Jan 1st, 2024 to Dec 31st, 2024
Start box: Daily 9:00 to 5:00. Sunday 10-5 . Closed Holidays
The address/location to the Physical Start Box :
1 Museum Dr., Reno, NV 89501-1558. (775)333-9300
| Special programs
Par-For-The-Course Step to the Beat Town Halls / City Halls Walking with America’s Veterans CC: Washoe County |
Event comments
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. Snow and/or ice cancels event. Strollers easy except for one long staircase and one short hill.
Rating: 1B, Distance: 6, 10km
| Restrooms: Yes | Pets: Yes |
| Strollers: Easy | Wheelchairs: No |
Event information
Route takes you along Millionaires’ Row, elegant mansions built by Reno’s original elite families and thru a neighborhood with many homes on the National Historic Register. Also includes the popular Idlewild Park and the River Walk that everyone enjoys, now with more artwork along the way. You’ll also pass the Art Museum, Event Center, Bowling Stadium, Aces Ballpark and several casinos.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Driving to the start box
1 Museum Dr, Reno, NV 89501-1558. (775)333-9300. From Hwy 395 North or South, exit I-80 West, exit Wells Ave. Turn left onto Wells. From I-80 East or West, exit Wells Ave. East will turn right onto Wells, West will turn left onto Wells. From Wells Ave, turn right onto Mill St. and right at Museum Dr. Parking lot on left.
Point of Contact: Judy Gordon 775-331-9296 [email protected]
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Reno, NV – UNR/San Rafael
Year Round Walk
SN: 125786 – 2024 / Y0935
From Sat, Jan 1st, 2024 to Dec 31st, 2024
Start box available: Daily 9:00 to 5:00. Closed major holidays.
Reno, Nevada
The address/location to the Physical Start Box:
1 Museum Dr., Reno, NV
| Special programs
A-MAZE-ing Labyrinths Par-For-The-Course Town Halls / City Halls Walking with America’s Veterans CC: Washoe County |
Event comments
This route goes north to the ever expanding UNR campus. Founded in 1874, the oldest buildings surround the expansive tree-lined quad. You’ll also pass Manzanita Lake, the Honor Court, School of Journalism, Crowley Student Union and Lawlor Event Center. The other highlight is Rancho San Rafael, largest park in the county. The former ranch now features an arboretum, labyrinth garden, pond, dog park, picnic pavilions and museum. In September it hosts the largest free hot air balloon rally in the country. The route also includes downtown Reno and the popular River Walk along the Truckee.
Rating: 2A, Distance: 5, 10km
| Restrooms: Yes | Pets: Yes |
| Strollers: Hard | Wheelchairs: No |
Event information
Daily 9a to 5p. Closed major holidays. Ice/snow cancels event. No pets on campus or in the Arboretum: alternate route available. Route gradually goes uphill to halfway point then downhill back to start. One long staircase on both routes and one short but steep hill on the 10k. Dirt trails in park.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Driving to the start box
1 Museum Dr, Reno, NV 89501-1558. (775)333-9300. From Hwy 395 North or South, exit I-80 West, exit Wells Ave. Turn left onto Wells. From I-80 East or West, exit Wells Ave. East will turn right onto Wells, West will turn left onto Wells. From Wells Ave, turn right onto Mill St. and right at Museum Dr. Parking lot on left.
Point of Contact: Judy Gordon 775-331-9296 [email protected]
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