Is the drive from Reno to South Lake Tahoe scary?

Often regarded as the most dangerous road in Nevada during the wintertime, driving down this highway is no joke and you should definitely prepare yourself. Also known as Mount Rose Summit or the Mt. Rose Scenic Drive, the road is a paved, 25 mile scenic drive between Reno and Lake Tahoe.



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