Over the Mountains and to Lake Tahoe

Day 3 - We left from the Wilkes' house early in the morning towards Placerville. While on the Great American Bike Trail in Sacramento, we got a little lost because of construction, and the nicest person, Bobbi, helped us find our way. She even paid for some seat adjustments for us, and gave us recommendations to a great Mexican restaurant.

When we finally made it to Placerville, it was getting dark, and the only thing we saw was a Home Depot. We asked them if we could camp in their parking lot during the night, and they said sure.



So we started setting up our tents behind the cliffs sheds in Placerville.



Day 4 - We left early from Placerville, and then got some breakfast at a nice diner named Sweetie Pie's. Along the way, we found a little convenience store with an aptly named cafe.

Going up the hills at the base of the Sierra Mountains.

When we finally made it to Cooks Station (which is the only stop up the Sierra Mountains), it was closed! Luckily, the Pirnie family bought us some great food in Somerset so that we could eat for the night.

Day 5 - Up to Kirkwood

As we started climbing up the Sierras, the views became phenomenal. Arturo climbed up some rocks and took a picture of us.

Kirkwood is a beautiful town at the height of the Sierras (population during the summer of 20 residents). We ate at a little inn, and a nice couple let us shower in their place. It was much appreciated.

Day 6- To Tahoe

We climbed up the last bit of the Sierra Mountains (almost there!)

Here we are at the top of Carson Pass. Elevation 8500 feet.

And then it felt nice to ride downhill for a good 1500 feet of elevation.

A view on the other side of the mountain.

And we're finally in Lake Tahoe!!! The Tahoe Valley Lodge donated us a room (which is so nice of them!), so we're camping in Tahoe for the night. Tomorrow is our first rest day, so we'll spend it enjoying the scenery that this place has to offer.