California｜Spirited Away Vibes at Lake Tahoe’s "Jelly Lake" Guide 🦋

✨ 2-Day, 1-Night Lake Tahoe Itinerary 📍 Day 1: East Shore Adventures 🌅 Cave Rock Sunset Navigate to Cave Rock Drive (20-min drive to the top). ⚠️ Note: The trailhead is tricky to find—we drove up but missed it! 🚣 Sand Harbor – THE Must-Visit Spot! 🌟 TIPS: ▪️ Parking fills up by 9 AM—arrive early! ▪️ Paddle to Bonsai Rock for epic photos ▪️ Boat Rentals: Book transparent kayaks in advance via Clearly Tahoe (sells out fast!). → No kayaks left? Regular boats are still photogenic! ▪️ Guided Tour Option: ~$218 for 2 (includes guide + photos), but not the best value. 🚶 East Shore Trail (3 miles) Many recommend biking, but walking from Sand Harbor (15 mins out & back) is enough—the best views are near the start! 🏝️ Secret Cove (aka Nude Beach) Stunning but FYI—clothing-optional! 👙 🏨 Accommodation Station House Inn – Underrated gem (great value, popular on TikTok but not Reddit!). 🍽️ Food Rec My Thai Restaurant – Huge portions, every dish slaps! 📍 Day 2: West Shore Magic 🌲 Sugar Pine Point State Park "Spirited Away" railroad vibes + surreal blue waters. Spend extra time here—it’s dreamy! 🏞️ Eagle Lake Trail (2 miles) 🌟 Hidden Gem – Most turn back at Eagle Falls (mediocre), but Alpine Lake is the real highlight! Wear sturdy shoes! 📸 Emerald Bay State Park Quick photo stop en route to West Tahoe. #LakeTahoe #California #WestCoastTravel #JellyWater #NorthAmericaTravel 🌊📸