2011 AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA

The 2011 Amgen Tour of California is approaching! The kick off will take place in South Lake Tahoe on May 15, 2011. The Mont Bleu Resort will be the start of the 119 mile Phase 1 race consisting of a one and a half lap around Lake Tahoe ending at the Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort. The race is expected to take 5 hours to complete.

Imagine watching 19 cycling teams from around the world with over 100 cyclists racing at an average of 45 miles and hour! This is the largest cycling event of its kind in the US and South Lake Tahoe is going to be the Starting Point!  There are still Tickets Onsale for the Special Opening Gala and Team Introduction taking place on May 13 at the MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa in Lake Tahoe.

Lake Tahoe is thrilled to be selected as a host city. The city is looking forward to the gigantic ecomonic boost for our local businesses and hoping to become branded as a worldwide cycling destination. There will be many add-on events and festivities around town that you don't want to miss out on!!

If you are looking for a unique first class experience, be sure to check out all of the special VIP Packages including the VIP Car Ride, Time Trial Cycling Experience and  the Finish Line Package.

Several hotels are offering packages and discounts for the Amgen Tour.



The Inn by the Lake is offering special deals during the AMGEN Event. It is located directly on HWY 50, and you will be in the perfect spot to watch the race from the Front Lawn or Event Center!!! To Book use Promo Code AMGEN. Restrictions: Offer Valid 5/5 – 5/17. Rates starting at $108 per night + tax. Company Code: AMGEN Tour of CA.

The Best Western Station House in is offering an unbeatable price of $44.00 per person, per night rate based on double occupancy, plus tax.  Enjoy staying in their newly remolded rooms located just a few blocks from the casinos and Heavenly Gondola and only one block from the lake. Three-Diamond AAA and two star Mobil rated.

Harrah's and Harvey'sLake Tahoe is offering a special discount of 25% off any stay of 2 nights or longer. Valide May 12- May 17. Promo Code AMGEN

The Lakeside Inn is offering rooms from $79.00 to $109.00. This is a great rate for a hotel casino right on the course.

Amgen is recruiting volunteers to help with the event. This is an exciting opporutunity to connect with the folks behind the scenes. If you are interested in participating, go to Volunteer Registration.

This will be The Biggest Lake Tahoe Event of 2011 so make your plans now to attend!!

Kings Beach CA

Kings Beach CA is a resort town located on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe. With a population of appx 4800 people, Kings Beach is also known as Brockway. 

Kings Beach State Park is open year round. It is one of the best locations to watch the Sunset. Coon Street Beach is a dog friendly beach located at end of Coon Street, on the east side of Kings Beach. There are picnic tables and BBQs located at Coon Beach.

Take a hike on the Tahoe Rimm Trail. There are several access points around the lake. The Brockway Summit trail climbs towards Martis Peak. There is appx. ten miles of trail before the wilderness boundary at Rifle Reak.

There are some great dining options in Kings Beach including Lanza's Italian Restaurant, The Log Cabin Cafe and Ice Cream, Jason's Beachside Grill and Steamers Beach Side Bar and Oven.
Places to Stay include the Falcon Lodge, Ferrari's Crown Resort and Stevenson's Holliday Inn.