While the lake is a sight to see in and of itself, Lake Tahoe attractions go beyond just the water. The area’s rich environment influences the majority of Lake Tahoe attractions like hiking, camping, skiing, snowboarding, sunbathing, paddleboarding and more. Enjoy the great outdoors by visiting South Lake Tahoe’s attractions, including state parks, campgrounds suitable for both summer and winter weather or historic homes. Or let the famous Christmas carol come alive as you go on a sleigh ride through the snow. While the area’s attractions encourage a sense of athleticism, you don’t have to be planning your next 5K to appreciate them. You’ll find the area’s museums, visual arts and beaches are the kind of relaxed fun some visitors hope to find during vacations.
Lake Tahoe Attractions in Town
Lake Tahoe attractions also embrace the area’s history. Visit the Truckee attraction where the infamous Donner party is rumored to have fallen to cannibalism. You can also check out one of Palisades Tahoe's attractions, the site of the 1960 Winter Olympics, and view the same slopes that welcomed the world’s great athletes decades ago. It might inspire you to channel your inner Heidi Beibl (the 1960 Winter Olympic Women’s Downhill Skiing gold medalist) as you swoosh down nearby mountains.
If you’re in the mood for some visual entertainment, you can attend festivals in Incline Village that will delight the English and history nerds in your group. Tahoe City’s attractions also feature a variety of fun on the beach, including concerts and movies.
The summer seasons are prime time to take advantage of the main attraction: Lake Tahoe! All the towns offer tours for different areas in the Tahoe Basin. After being educated about the lake, dive in — we mean quite literally too — to all it has to offer. Kings Beach attractions let you sign up for a fishing excursion to hook some trout or explore every beach.
Check out the listings below to see what Lake Tahoe attractions will pique your interest during your visit.
Lake Tahoe Attractions by Area
South Lake Tahoe | Truckee | Tahoe City & West Shore | Palisades Tahoe
Kings Beach & North Shore | Incline Village & Crystal Bay
Lake Tahoe Attractions by Category
With a complete remodel of the former Hard Hotel & Casino and great new amenities, Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe is elevating its look and...read more
Granlibakken Tahoe is tucked away in the forested hills framing Lake Tahoe. Located just a few minutes from Tahoe City, Granlibakken is a resort center that...read more
Heavenly Resort is omnipresent at South Tahoe. Along with the casinos on the Nevada side of South Shore, the ski resort drives the economy of this small...read more
Hidden Beach is a public beach a mile from Incline Village. Just off Highway 28, free parking is found along the highway. The beach is 750 feet in length...read more
High Camp at Palisades Tahoe is a conglomeration of various activities and dining and drinking opportunities. One of the favorite activities here is a...read more
If you're in Palisades Tahoe in summer and would like to enjoy a little roller skating, then check out the Olympic-size former ice rink at High Camp,...read more
High Sierra Water Ski School began operations in 1978, creating a highly respected reputation that carries on today. The level of instruction and deep...read more
Hiking in Lake Tahoe is one of the truly special ways to experience and take in all of the beauty that the area has to offer. Plus, there are hundreds of...read more
Let the holiday spirit light up in you with the lighting of the Holiday Tree in Kings Beach. This Lake Tahoe annual event is usually held on a Friday in...read more
With just 280 steps from the lift to the lake, skiing and riding at Homewood Mountain Resort offers some of the most iconic and unobstructed views of Lake...read more
Hooked Up Sport Fishing gives visitors and locals a go at hooking a big Lake Tahoe fish. Focusing on mackinaw, rainbow and brown trout as well as Kokanee...read more
When it comes to creating a healthy and happy community, education is a fundamental aspect to the foundation of that reality. That is why events such as...read more