This is one of those scratch-your-head places ... what is it doing here?! If you're interested in Native American baskets of the west coast, this funny little place has the best collection I've ever seen. A docent at the little history museum in South Lake Tahoe recommended it and it was well, well worth the 45 minute drive. The little... More

We really enjoyed this museum. Didn't expect to find it in this super big tourist area. The staff was pleasant and we did enjoy what we saw.

The views of the lake and the surrounding Sierras make for the most romantic of settings. Tahoe City is far more than just a place to eat and get gas on the way to South Shore or to ski. Stop and walk around. Look over Fanny Bridge. You will be caught up in the romance too.

If you are interested in history, you must visit the place. The Gatekeeper’s Museum is big museums and holds various historical artifacts including Native American baskets, photographs, clothing, maps and newspapers. You can enjoy the truckee river from this place and also see the Dam on the river with Blue waters.

If you're a history buff, and we are, then you don't want to miss the Gatekeeper's Museum. The parking is horrible at the Y, so, we biked in from William Kent Campground. The California Indian basket collection is outstanding, as well as the historical collection State Parks has amassed at this location. The museum itself is interesting and authentic, which... More

The wedding we attended was on the shore of the lake at Gatekeepers Museum. The setting was lovely. We were glad we had visited the museum on another day however to see the collection of Native American baskets.

The bridge and dam works is fascinating on many levels. Whether you opt for the $5 entrance fee to the actual museum is not important (but if you love native indian baskets - you must!!). One person could do it in 20-30 minutes max if everyone doesn't want to go in. There is also a new visitors center next door.