How do you prevent altitude sickness in Tahoe?

Prevention is the best way to avoid altitude or mountain sickness, so here are a few tips to help you adjust to higher altitudes in Lake Tahoe.
  1. Drink plenty of water. ...
  2. Reduce physical activity. ...
  3. Monitor alcohol consumption. ...
  4. Eat foods that are high in carbohydrates. ...
  5. Eat iron-rich foods before traveling.




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Studies have shown that twenty-percent of visitors visiting altitude above 5,500 ft. will experience some form of altitude sickness. Although mostly mild symptoms, nobody wants to miss out on the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe.

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Lake Tahoe sits at 6,200 feet in elevation, where there is about 20 percent less oxygen per breath than there is at sea level. For those coming to Lake Tahoe from sea level, it will take three weeks for the body to fully acclimate, as every 1,000 feet requires 3.28 days for acclimation.

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How To Tackle High Altitude Travel
  1. Hydrate BEFORE you travel. A good week before you get on that airplane, make sure you are drinking lots of water. ...
  2. Hydrate while flying. ...
  3. Hydrate while traveling. ...
  4. Pre-medicate. ...
  5. Eat small meals. ...
  6. Consider local remedies. ...
  7. Postpone the Highest Altitude Day Trips.


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