The residents of South Lake Tahoe are a healthy bunch, and one of their favorite things to do in South Lake Tahoe is exercise. That’s because there are so many opportunities for outdoor recreation. For activities like running, walking and hiking the trails, pathways and beaches are plentiful, so there’s no excuse for not lacing up your shoes or boots and getting out there. This list will point you to all the best places to go.
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Running, Walking & Hiking in South Lake Tahoe
Sawmill Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Explore the untouched meadows and woodlands of Washoe Meadows State Park, offering serene trails and breathtaking views at the base of Echo Summit's escarpment. Named in tribute to Native Americans who thrived here for millennia, the park remains undeveloped, preserving its raw beauty. Enjoy dog-friendly trails while abiding by leash regulations. As a part of the Sierra State Park Foundation, please lend a hand and help keep this treasured part of our heritage cleaner than you found it.
Explore the untouched meadows and woodlands of Washoe Meadows State Park, offering serene trails and breathtaking views at the base of Echo Summit's escarpment. Named in tribute to Native Americans who thrived here for millennia, the park remains undeveloped, preserving its raw beauty. Enjoy dog-friendly trails while abiding by leash regulations. As a part of the Sierra State Park Foundation, please lend a hand and help...read more
Explore the untouched meadows and woodlands of Washoe Meadows State Park, offering serene trails and...read more
CA Highway 89, South Lake Tahoe, CA
DL Bliss State Park is a culmination of absolute Tahoe beauty in the form of stunning turquoise water, old-growth forests and giant cartoon-like granite boulders that balance themselves like toys in amazing ways. There are multiple hiking trails that lead from the park, giving plenty of opportunities to enjoy the splendor that outdoor Tahoe has to offer, and you'll find several good dive spots here too. To help enjoy the area even more, there are 150 regular campsites and one group site, all having easy access to the water via various points around the park. The park is also good for dogs as long as they're on a leash at all times and not on the trails. If you're coming to the park for day use only it is highly advised that you come early, as the park tends to be very busy and parking is limited. The park does not allow day use visitors once the parking lots are full. The park closes in the winter, although access to trails is still available. Visitors should remember to pack it in and pack it out and to leave no trace.
DL Bliss State Park is a culmination of absolute Tahoe beauty in the form of stunning turquoise water, old-growth forests and giant cartoon-like granite boulders that balance themselves like toys in amazing ways. There are multiple hiking trails that lead from the park, giving plenty of opportunities to enjoy the splendor that outdoor Tahoe has to offer, and you'll find several good dive spots here...read more
DL Bliss State Park is a culmination of absolute Tahoe beauty in the form of...read more
Running, Walking & Hiking in West Shore
11001 CA Highway 89, South Lake Tahoe, CA
If visiting Lake Tahoe in the summer, a great place to camp is Emerald Bay State Park. The park includes two campgrounds: the Boat-In Camp (accessible by boat and foot only) and Eagle Point Campground. Within the park are various treasures including Tahoe's hidden castle, Vikingsholm, the scenic Rubicon foot trail that connects Eagle Point Campground with Vikingsholm and DL Bliss State Park. The park also encompasses Fanette Island, the only island of Lake Tahoe. The park extends below the surface of the lake, where visitors will find a historical story book of days gone by in the form of sunken barges, ships and launches. The park closes down in the winter, though people are able to walk the mile-long, steep trail to Vikingsholm Castle to enjoy the grounds and beaches. The trail can be a bit treacherous in winter if snowy or icy. Visitors should remember to pack it in and pack it out and to leave no trace.
If visiting Lake Tahoe in the summer, a great place to camp is Emerald Bay State Park. The park includes two campgrounds: the Boat-In Camp (accessible by boat and foot only) and Eagle Point Campground. Within the park are various treasures including Tahoe's hidden castle, Vikingsholm, the scenic Rubicon foot trail that connects Eagle Point Campground with Vikingsholm and DL Bliss State Park. The park...read more
If visiting Lake Tahoe in the summer, a great place to camp is Emerald Bay...read more
Running, Walking & Hiking in South Lake Tahoe
Sawmill Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Explore the untouched meadows and woodlands of Washoe Meadows State Park, offering serene trails and breathtaking views at the base of Echo Summit's escarpment. Named in tribute to Native Americans who thrived here for millennia, the park remains undeveloped, preserving its raw beauty. Enjoy dog-friendly trails while abiding by leash regulations. As a part of the Sierra State Park Foundation, please lend a hand and help keep this treasured part of our heritage cleaner than you found it.
Explore the untouched meadows and woodlands of Washoe Meadows State Park, offering serene trails and breathtaking views at the base of Echo Summit's escarpment. Named in tribute to Native Americans who thrived here for millennia, the park remains undeveloped, preserving its raw beauty. Enjoy dog-friendly trails while abiding by leash regulations. As a part of the Sierra State Park Foundation, please lend a hand and help...read more
Explore the untouched meadows and woodlands of Washoe Meadows State Park, offering serene trails and...read more
Running, Walking & Hiking in South Lake Tahoe
Baldwin Beach, a part of the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, is a great place to enjoy the nature that Tahoe has to offer. The wide-open, sandy beach includes dunes and is often uncrowded. Baldwin provides restrooms and some picnic tables, and there is a nearby campground for overnighters. The parking, which costs $10 (subject to change) per vehicle, is convenient for those...read more
Big Blue Adventure hosts a variety of sporting events in and around the Lake Tahoe and Truckee areas. When summer arrives, Big Blue Adventure’s events start rolling and are perfect for those visiting the area who want to participate in an organized event. A wide range of offerings from scenic 5K trail runs to endurance multisport events covering 80 miles of scenic and challenging terrain...read more
Running, Walking & Hiking in South Lake Tahoe
Bijou Community Park is the only one of its kind in South Lake Tahoe. Created by the long-term locals of South Lake Tahoe, the park offers many amenities, including a public basketball court, a bike park, a fenced dog park, public restrooms, volleyball courts, a full-size skateboard park, one of the top disc golf courses in the country and open meadow areas for walking and...read more
Running, Walking & Hiking in Stateline, NV
Discover the hidden gems of South Lake Tahoe with Black Tie Adventure Rentals. Founded by a team of outdoor enthusiasts, Black Tie's motto is to help you explore the region's beauty off the beaten path. Whether you're paddleboarding on Lake Tahoe, catching a breathtaking sunset at Zephyr Cove or cruising along Tahoe's stunning beaches, Black Tie has you covered. They offer convenient delivery of e-bikes,...read more
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park
Running, Walking & Hiking in East Shore
By foot, Boaters Beach is reached via the same trail system that accesses Chimney Beach, Secret Cove, Whale Beach and Creek Beach. The trailhead starts at the free public parking about 2.6 miles south of Sand Harbor on Highway 28. The hike begins as a steep downhill and then quickly levels off. When it flattens out, take the trail to the left (right will take...read more
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park
Running, Walking & Hiking in East Shore
Cave Rock is an esteemed part of Lake Tahoe. Considered sacred by the Washoe Indians, the 3 million-year-old rock formation is known as the Lady of the Lake due to the image of a woman's profile. Cave Rock is 3 miles south of Glenbrook on Highway 50, and the entrance to the park is just a few feet south of Cave Rock Tunnel. The small...read more
Running, Walking & Hiking in South Lake Tahoe
Desolation Wilderness is a designated protected wilderness area of pristine National Forest land within the Tahoe Basin and El Dorado County. Spanning nearly 64,000 acres, the protected wilderness is home to numerous alpine lakes, sub-alpine and alpine forests and stunning granite peaks, spires and teetering boulders that lend to the natural landscape's beauty. There are various places to camp that are interlinked by beautiful single track trails that are host only to...read more
Running, Walking & Hiking in South Lake Tahoe
Eagle Falls is a dual waterfall zone located above Emerald Bay of Lake Tahoe within the Emerald Bay State Park. It's an easy hike whether you choose to visit the upper or lower falls, but the lower section tends to be more inspiring, especially if visited up close. For the upper falls, there is a looping trail that is about a mile in length that...read more
Running, Walking & Hiking in South Lake Tahoe
When it comes to our four-legged family members, only the best will do. Luckily for South Lake Tahoe, EarthWise Pet Nutrition Center and Wellness Spa makes doing that simple and easy. This pet boutique specializes in natural pet foods, raw food, treats, toys, litter, leashes and collars, and they take it a step further by training all of their employees as Pet Nutrition Specialists and in...read more
