If you time it right, this spot overlooking Washoe Lake is a fall-color dream. Mid-October is usually perfect. Park at the Tahoe Meadows Tahoe Rim Trailhead on the Mt Rose Hwy and trek south for about a mile — you’ll be rewarded with vibrant autumn hues and sweeping lake views. In winter, it turns into a favorite back country skiing area and a fun spot for family snow adventures.