Without a doubt the anchor of the north shore. Great shopping, a boat marina, great ski areas, golf courses, bike trails, beaches, biking, solitude and nature at its absolute best. Just twenty minutes to Interstate 80 that takes you to Reno or Sacramento. Great restaurants and coffee shops make it easy to relax and socialize. Tahoe City marks the head of the Truckee River which is the only outlet from Lake Tahoe.