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Snow and ice are inconstant weather conditions in South Lake Tahoe, and driving may need a powerful off-road rental vehicle. Choose a compact 4x4 SUV if you’re traveling as a family/group or a winter-ready truck if you’re hauling your snow toys. An AWD car provides the required traction for stability on the road and comfort on off-road tracks. It also alleviates the need to mount chains on tires. During warm seasons, you can opt for a compact or mid-sized car for easy navigation and parking in the streets.
It is critical to adhere to South Lake Tahoe's speed limits to ensure safety and stay on the safe side of the law. On Highway 50, motorists must maintain 35mph to 40mph. In summer, the speed limit of the passing lane at Tahoe Ski Resort is 55mph, as the lane heads downhill. If you drive on Highway 89 between the Y intersection of H-50 and Camp Richardson, you must not exceed 35mph. Drivers using Highway 50 (as it approaches Meyers) must quickly lower their speeds to 40mph because it is a downhill drive. Before this section, the limit is above 55mph.
The city of South Lake Tahoe manages the Heavenly Village Parking Lot at 1 Bellamy Court. With a ride from South Lake Tahoe car rentals, parking will cost you about $1.25/20min, $3.75/h, and about $25 per day. The facility has an online charging system that bills drivers using their license plates and phone numbers.
The average gas price in South Lake Tahoe is C$ 4.87 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 58 and C$ 78, depending on the car size.
Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in South Lake Tahoe.
Car rental companies onsite at Reno airport include Thrifty, Avis, Budget, Dollar and Rent-A-Wreck.
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Reno airport to off-airport locations include Thrifty, Avis, Budget, Dollar and Rent-A-Wreck.
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An Intermediate car rental in South Lake Tahoe costs C$ 102 per day, on average.
An Economy car rental in South Lake Tahoe costs C$ 86 per day, on average.
A Compact car rental in South Lake Tahoe costs C$ 71 per day, on average.
2 locations in South Lake Tahoe
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18 Hwy 50
+1 775 339 3458
2281 Lake Tahoe Blvd
+1 530 544 8844
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2.0 Poor
Kiefer, Feb 2024
Standard
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sep 2023
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2020
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When I got to the South Lake Tahoe rental location they had a small car for me. Monday morning and lots of cars to go out. I asked for different, larger car and they were very happy to find me and my wife another vehicle. It was cleaned and ready to go in a matter of 15 minutes and we were very happy.Cons:
They did great and we recommend Enterprise to all our friends.10.0 Wonderful
Stephen, Mar 2023
Intermediate SUV
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3 locations in South Lake Tahoe
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1138 Airport Rd Ste 3
+1 775 841 8002
18 Highway 50
+1 775 586 0041
1901 Airport Road
+1 530 542 1452
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50 Highway 50
+1 530 544 5289
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50 Highway 50
+1 530 544 3439
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Anonymous, Jul 2021
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Most popular car type | Intermediate |
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Pick-up location | South Lake Tahoe |
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Rental locations | 4 |
Airport locations | 2 |