Free, Easy Transportation Options

Whether you’re heading to the beach, exploring nearby towns, attending an event, or visiting Emerald Bay, Granlibakken guests have several ways to get around during summer. Spend more time soaking up everything Tahoe has to offer and less time worrying about traffic and parking.
 

Free TART Bus Service

Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit (TART) provides free public bus service throughout North Lake Tahoe and Truckee.

Jump on a TART bus at a nearby stop:

• Tahoe Transit Center: 1-mile walk from Granlibakken. Check the mainline schedule for bus departure times.
• Hwy 89 at Granlibakken: Just at the end of Granlibakken Rd. & W. Lake Blvd.

* Exact departure times are not given, but buses often arrive within a few minutes of Transit Center departure.

TART buses have frequent stops and can get you to and from shopping, restaurants, beaches, hiking trails, and local attractions in these communities:

• Tahoe City
• Kings Beach
• Truckee
• Olympic Valley
• West Shore communities

For routes and schedules visit TART.

TART Connect On-Demand Shuttle

TART Connect is a free, app-based shuttle service that provides convenient transportation from Granlibakken’s front steps to any location in Tahoe City or West Shore.

Perfect for:

• Dining and shopping trips
• Going to the grocery or convenience store
• Beach visits
• Visiting attractions

Guests can request rides directly through the TART Connect mobile app. Download your ride here.

Emerald Bay Shuttle

Spend more time exploring, take the Emerald Bay Shuttle to one of Lake Tahoe’s most iconic destinations.

The Emerald Bay Shuttle operates seven days a week through Labor Day. Shuttle hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday to Sunday and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Thursday. Fares start at $5 one-way; reduced fares available for children, seniors, veterans, and riders with disabilities.

From Granlibakken, catch the Emerald Bay Shuttle by taking a free TART bus to Sugar Pine Point Campground and transferring to the shuttle.

Online reservations are recommended. Emerald Bay Shuttle information and reservations available here.

Tahoe City Event Shuttles

During the summer season, Tahoe City event shuttles will pick up guests from Granlibakken's front steps and provide transportation to and from key events.
Shuttle service will be provided to the following events:

• 4th of July Celebrations: July 3-5
• Concerts at Commons Beach: every Sunday from June 14 to September 16
  *no concert on July 5

Shuttle times below:
4th of July Celebration: July 3-5

• July 3: Pick up at Granlibakken starting at 11:49 a.m. every until 7:49 p.m.
• July 4: Pick up at Granlibakken starting at 12:49 p.m. every until 11:49 p.m.
• July 5: Pick up at Granlibakken starting at 1:49 p.m. every until 7:49 p.m.

Concerts at Commons Beach

• Every Sunday: Pick up at Granlibakken starts at 1:49 p.m. continuing every hour until 7:49 p.m.

When you board the shuttle, ask your driver about when and where to grab the return shuttle to Granlibakken.

For more information visit TART here and look at the West Shore | Tahoe City schedules.

Note: The Tahoe City event shuttles will be Palisades branded.

Questions?

Our front desk team is happy to help you find the best transportation option for your Lake Tahoe adventure.