Gardner Mountain
Offering peaceful mountain living, nearby beaches, and year-round outdoor recreation.
Offering peaceful mountain living, nearby beaches, and year-round outdoor recreation.
Known for quiet mountain living, scenic surroundings, and endless outdoor adventure.
Gardner Mountain is a quiet residential neighborhood on the west side of South Lake Tahoe, known for its forested setting, established homes, and exceptional access to some of the South Shore's most popular beaches and trails. Surrounded by state park land, open meadows, and towering Jeffrey pines, the neighborhood offers a peaceful atmosphere while remaining just minutes from The Y and the lake.
The neighborhood features a mix of classic Tahoe cabins, updated mountain homes, and newer custom residences, many situated on spacious, tree-lined lots. Level streets and an established residential layout make Gardner Mountain popular with full-time residents, second-home owners, and families looking for a neighborhood that balances privacy with everyday convenience.
Outdoor recreation is a defining part of life in Gardner Mountain. Residents enjoy easy access to the Pope-Baldwin Bike Path, providing a scenic route to Pope Beach, Kiva Beach, Baldwin Beach, and Camp Richardson. The nearby Tallac Historic Site, Valhalla Tahoe, and trails leading toward Fallen Leaf Lake, Mt. Tallac, and Emerald Bay offer year-round opportunities for hiking, biking, paddling, and community events. Shopping, restaurants, schools, and everyday services at The Y are all just minutes away, while Heavenly, Sierra-at-Tahoe, and Kirkwood provide convenient access to skiing throughout the winter. For buyers seeking a peaceful neighborhood with outstanding access to both the lake and the outdoors, Gardner Mountain remains one of South Lake Tahoe's most desirable communities.
607 people live in Gardner Mountain, where the median age is 42 and the average individual income is $35,030. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Gardner Mountain, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
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Gardner Mountain has 284 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Gardner Mountain do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 607 people call Gardner Mountain home. The population density is 6,715 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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