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Distance from Fallen Leaf Lake to Zephyr Cove

Driving Distance
18.5 mi 29.8 km
Flying Distance
9.0 mi 14.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Fallen Leaf Lake, California to Zephyr Cove, Nevada is 18.5 mi (29.8 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 9.0 mi (14.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 35 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a northeast direction. Average speeds around 29 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Fallen Leaf Lake
Place Fallen Leaf Lake
State/Province California
Country US
Latitude 38.902449
Longitude -120.061455
GPS 38.902449° N, 120.061455° W
Local Time 10:08 PM
Timezone America/Los_Angeles

Destination:

Zephyr Cove
Place Zephyr Cove
State/Province Nevada
Country US
Latitude 38.999754
Longitude -119.950188
GPS 38.999754° N, 119.950188° W
Local Time 10:08 PM
Timezone America/Los_Angeles

Journey Summary

Traveling from Fallen Leaf Lake, California to Zephyr Cove, Nevada covers 18.5 mi (29.8 km) in a northeast direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 35 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (12.7-18.5 miles / 21-30 km). The primary route shown here saves 8 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 29 mph (47 km/h).

Available Routes

CA-89 S/Emerald Bay Rd and Pioneer Trail
18.5 mi 35 minutes
Shortest
Hwy 50
12.7 mi 28 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.