South Lake Tahoe may be known in the area for its beautiful beaches, but it doesn’t need to be sunny or warmer than 70 degrees for you to find fun. Things to do in South Lake Tahoe in winter range from outdoor diversions that let you revel in the snow to indoor happenings that keep you toasty.
Tahoe is known for its majestic snowy slopes in the winter season, and South Lake Tahoe winter activities cater to those who prefer their that sports involve snow. Skiers and snowboarders of all levels of experience can find scenic trails that will have them zipping down the mountains. Turn your time outdoors into a sightseeing adventure with cross-country skiing, a snowmobile tour or a snowshoe trek. Looking for some new gear? Sports stores and rental companies can outfit you with the latest equipment, so you can get what you need for all the things to do in South Lake Tahoe in winter in no time at all! And if you prefer the type of winter sports that don’t require much agility or skill, snowtubing with the family is a good time for everyone. Being outdoors doesn’t always require using skis, snowboards or snowtubes, either — an energizing hike along South Lake Tahoe’s mountain and shoreline trails provides an excellent way to check out the environment around you. If you’re feeling extra daring, a helicopter tour lets you revel in a birds-eye view of Lake Tahoe and offers excellent photo opportunities.
Many Things To Do in South Lake Tahoe in Winter
Not all the things to do in South Lake Tahoe in winter are outdoors. Head inside to warm up with cozy vibes and entertainment. Visit a bar or a club to check out the local nightlife. How would you like to create artistic masterpieces while sipping on cocktails? Do you want to try your hand at poker at one of the casinos? Ever been to a distillery? You have a chance to try any and all of these happenings in South Lake Tahoe. Check out the listings below to see which South Lake Tahoe winter activities catch your eye.
Winter Things to Do by Category
Harrah's Lake Tahoe has a lot going on, and not the least of the action is on the casino floor, the western end of which...read more
Harveys Wagon Wheel Saloon and Gambling Hall was the first casino built at South Shore and was named for its owner, Nevada gaming pioneer Harvey Gross....read more
The casino in Harveys is a more intimate and friendly setting than in some of the other gaming establishments in the...read more
The Gondola launches from Heavenly Village and takes guests on a ride more than 2 miles up the mountain. Summer or winter, the views of Lake Tahoe and the...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
If you are going to ski and snowboard Heavenly, you can also get your gear from Heavenly, and this is the equipment rental and sales headquarters. Heavenly...read more
Lake Tahoe winter fun isn't just about skiing and boarding. There are a lot of other snow activities for the whole family, not the least of which is tubing...read more
Heavenly Village is a collection of shops, restaurants and activities clustered around the Heavenly Ski Resort’s Gondola pad. The Village is tucked along...read more
For years, if you wanted to see a movie at South Shore, you had to go through a casino to get to the theater. Tourists...read more
South Lake Tahoe can often seem more geared to the adult visitors than to the kids, but there are still some activities...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
Alongside the main gaming floor in Bally's Lake Tahoe Casino Resort is HQ Center Bar. The bar circles a fire pit and creates an oasis of calm in the midst...read more
