Round Pines is a great beach for those who like a lot going on but also like a beach that is tucked away. Not only does it have a deli and a bar, but it...read more
The nation’s largest cross-country ski resort sits atop Donner Summit out of view of most travelers. But for those in the know, Royal Gorge’s 200 km of...read more
Immersed in the Truckee forest is a place that delves into the research and lessons that Mother Earth can provide. Sagehen Creek Field Station is a quaint...read more
Three miles south of Incline Village on State Highway 28, Sand Harbor has a variety of natural features that you can spend an entire day exploring. You can...read more
Sandy Beach is a beautiful yet tiny piece of free public beach access in Tahoe Vista. Near the Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort, this sandy beach provides views...read more
Secline Beach is an often-missed section of sandy beach that you'll find right as you're coming into Kings Beach; it's behind the Transam gas station. It's...read more
Secret Cove is a secluded nudist beach that is off the same trail system that accesses Chimney Beach. On the east shore of Lake Tahoe on Highway 89, 2.6...read more
If you enjoy the serenity and fun that the state parks provide on the California side of the Lake Tahoe area, then you can thank Sierra State Parks...read more
Play is the name of the game at Sierra-at-Tahoe, where 2,000 acres and 2,212 vertical feet of skiable terrain offer skiers and riders the freedom to...read more
Skylandia is a gorgeous, 24-acre state park that offers a multitude of amenities. Situated a mile and a half from Tahoe City, Skylandia offers both a grass...read more
There are plenty of ski resorts catering to adults, so how does a small-mountain operation established back in the day survive? It caters to kids. Soda...read more
It’s the holiday season, and that means it’s time to get started on that shopping list (well, for those of us who are last-minute types). Instead of braving...read more
