Oh, to be in a place where you can visit museums, get a healing massage or take a yoga class during the day then spend the nights gambling in a casino, drinking and dancing your shoes off in its nightclub. There you have the full spectrum of things to do in South Lake Tahoe: Life in its glorious fullness.
Looking for a middle ground? Yes, balance is important, and you get that from the things to do in South Lake Tahoe too. Spend the day on one of the many beaches that circle the lake here. It creates a great playground for popular South Lake Tahoe activities like kayaking, boating, SUP, swimming (if you can take the cold!), Jet skiing, fishing or just sitting with a good book. There are rental places within easy access to wherever you are where you can rent any of the apparatus you need to do any of these sports. Want to move between South Lake Tahoe activities on dry land? Try a hot air balloon or helicopter ride, take off on one of the many hiking trails, hop on a scenic bus tour, rent an ATV and hit the trails or go hang gliding. For things to do in South Lake Tahoe that are a little different — and tasty! — join a Northern California wine tour that takes you into the countryside of the Northern California wine country, up your game with a tour of a moonshine distillery or go on a Rum Runner boat cruise into the awe-inspiring Emerald Bay.
Things to Do in South Lake Tahoe – Winter
The wintertime things to do in South Lake Tahoe put you on top of a Heavenly mountain with views that will stay in your mind’s eye forever and snow sports that will challenge your agility and skill. But when you get off the verticals, treat yourself to a sleigh ride through open countryside and along the historic Pony Express Trails. Talk about a sensory experience that will stay with you!
And, after all the fun, let one of the many area spas soothe your muscles and ease you into sleep until you’re ready to start again tomorrow.
Things To Do in South Lake Tahoe by Category
There might be bigger ski shops in town, but no one can match Rip n' Willies for pure name recognition. A one-stop ski...read more
If road cycling is your thing, Tahoe and Truckee offer an awesome variety of roads to explore and sights to see. Along with amazing views of Lake...read more
As with so many businesses on South Shore, the site of the Rock House Ski and Board Shop has a fascinating history. Constructed in the 1930s and '40s...read more
RoJo's Tavern offers a bit of old-Tahoe charm in the form of food and fun. In a nearly century-old historic building in the middle of town, the food side of...read more
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...read more
Safe Taxi is a small company operating in the South Lake Tahoe area. Their fleet is limited in number, so at any given time it's possible that all their...read more
Sail Tahoe Blue is a boating company based on a passion for doing what one loves and sharing it with others. The owners' dream was to spend every day on...read more
If you wish to sail the beautiful water of Lake Tahoe, then Sailing Ventures Lake Tahoe is a good bet in instruction and boat charters. Established in 1993...read more
Three miles south of Incline Village on State Highway 28, Sand Harbor has a variety of natural features that you can spend an entire day exploring. You can...read more
Secret Cove is a secluded nudist beach that is off the same trail system that accesses Chimney Beach. On the east shore of Lake Tahoe on Highway 89, 2.6...read more
One of the nice perks of the new commercial activity taking place near the east side of South Lake Tahoe is that it has brought in a high-end spa. Serenity...read more
Shake Rattle and Pole offers one-of-a-kind mobile bachelorette parties. They come to your location and provide a safe and comfortable yet adventurous...read more
