Things to Do in South Lake Tahoe

The Tahoe Symphony Orchestra is on a mission to raise awareness and appreciation of classical orchestral and choral music in the greater Reno-Tahoe area by bringing quality, affordable live performances to intimate, local venues and providing an opportunity for accomplished, Tahoe-area musicians to display and develop their talents. Founded in 2005 as a 501(c)3 nonprofit musical arts organization, the Tahoe Symphony has a worldwide footprint, having performed shows around the globe, including Italy, Salzburg-Prague, Slovakia/Hungary, southern France and more. Those younger than age 23 always get in free, and a senior’s discount is available for all shows. Tickets are available online.

In warm weather, Lake Tahoe Golf Course's high-altitude meadow setting set against rugged mountain scenery offers breathtaking views. Located on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada Mountain’s Lake Valley State Recreation Area, Lake Tahoe Golf Course’s spectacular William Bell-designed championship layout will challenge and delight every level of golfer. The course welcomes casual players as well as custom-designed tournaments and events. The clubhouse also includes a full golf shop, a cocktail bar and a snack bar with cart service on the course.

Lake Tahoe Golf Course & Clubhouse is also a popular venue for non-golfing special events, including weddings. The 2,500-square-foot clubhouse features a full-service restaurant and dining area overlooking the golf course with views of Mt. Tallac. It is a perfect setting for receptions, group meetings and banquet dinners; with seating for up to 160 guests. Whether the event takes place on the 10th tee near the Upper Truckee River or in the clubhouse with views of Mt. Tallac, the catering and event specialists can help give your wedding day that special Tahoe flavor.

Golf in winter? Yes, at Lake Tahoe Golf Course & Clubhouse. In winter the clubhouse becomes more of a sports bar and restaurant feel with simulators that provide all sorts of activities. This, of course, includes golf featuring hundreds of golf courses worldwide, a practice range and lesson capabilities. Simulators also have games like hockey, soccer, baseball, disc golf and arcade fun games for the kids (and kids at heart) like Zombie destruction using tennis balls thrown at targets on the screen. 

You love Lake Tahoe, and you feel as if you’ve seen all the sights it has to offer. But as the old saying goes, you ain’t seen nothing yet ... not until you’ve seen it from the air, piloting your own aircraft over the Carson Range and into the Tahoe basin. With Hang Gliding Tahoe, you fly a powered hang glider (with an FAA-certified instructor along) and enjoy the sight of the lake from an entirely new perspective. The flight can even count for training toward a pilot’s license. Morning flights offer spectacular year-round viewing conditions, and flights can be scheduled for 30, 60 or 90 minutes. Winter flights are warm and cozy with modern-technology heated clothing. Don’t forget to sign up for the photo or video services for a souvenir of the flight that you will treasure forever.