Things to Do in South Lake Tahoe in Summer

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 also has a wonderful selection of available water-activity rentals, including boats, Jet Skis, kayaks, paddleboards and pedal boats. Visitors can also choose to go parasailing, play volleyball, swim in the pool or just relax on the beach. Lounge chairs and umbrellas are for rent. Round Hill Pines is very popular with locals, some of whom get season passes and/or moor their boats there. Day visitors are encouraged to get to the beach early to find parking. Day-use parking is $10, or visitors can pay to take the water taxi from Camp Richardson Marina. Round Hill Pines is a no-dog beach.

Zephyr Cove Resort is a true beach and mountain retreat with all that the label suggests. As a place to stay, it offers lodge rooms, individual cabins and an RV park. Dining is available at the historic Zephyr Cove Restaurant or at the Sunset Bar & Grille in the warmer months. The beach part of the resort is the Zephyr Cove Beach, a long stretch of sand and fun at one of the most beautiful areas of the lake with watercraft rentals, parasailing and even buoy rentals where you can moor up with your boat. The Z.C. Resort is where the paddlewheeler boat cruises launch from, and chartered lake fishing excursions are also available. For the mountain side of things, the resort has a fleet of more than 100 snowmobiles for tours with more than 45 miles of trail to explore. The horse stables offer one-hour and two-hour guided trail rides into the forests of the Tahoe Basin. Both the snowmobile and horseback riding are seasonal offerings. Zephyr Cove Resort can also feature in your wedding plans or cater your special event.