Scenic EV Drives near Reno and Lake Tahoe

You don’t need to leave the pavement to see the best of the Reno-Tahoe area. These paved scenic drives are perfect in an EV, with great views and easy charging along the way.

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Drives to Try

1. Lake Tahoe loop (about 72 miles): Circle the lake on Highways 28, 50 and 89 for beach stops, Emerald Bay overlooks and lakeside towns. Charging is available in Incline Village, Stateline and Tahoe City.

2. Mount Rose Highway (SR 431): Climb from Reno to over 8,900 feet with sweeping views of Lake Tahoe on the way down to Incline Village. Regenerative braking recovers energy on the descent.

3. Geiger Grade to Virginia City (SR 341): A winding historic road up to the Old West town of Virginia City, with big views back over the Truckee Meadows.

4. Pyramid Lake (SR 445): An easy, quiet drive north of Reno to a striking desert lake. Plan for limited services and arrive with a good charge.

Tips for EV Road Trips

Cold weather and steep climbs use more energy, so leave with a full charge in winter. Check road and chain-control conditions before heading over the passes. Off-roading is not permitted in our rentals under Turo policy.

Conclusion

Whether it's a ski weekend or a lake day, a scenic drive is one of the best ways to enjoy an EV around Reno and Tahoe. Book one of our EVs on Turo and hit the road.