Just a short hop from Black Bear Lodge Tahoe there exists another world. Mono Lake is spectacular and worth the drive.
After your trek, end it on our deck facing the meadow with a bbq, glass of wine and good stories all around. Make your reservations before summer is over:
http://www.turnkeyvr.com/746889
http://www.homeaway.com/746889
http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/7931349
https://www.flipkey.com/south-lake-tahoe-vacation-rentals/p1409633/