Things to Do in South Lake Tahoe

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

Timber Cove Marina is a centrally located marina in South Lake Tahoe. The marina has a multitude of offerings including accommodations at the Tahoe Beach...read more

If you are looking for a great place for a fun date, family night or entertaining outing with friends, then you must check out Tipsy Putt Tahoe. A...read more

Are you looking for an engaging activity that is perfect for the entire family? Check out Trapped in Tahoe, where you can test your wits in a game room that...read more

If you are looking for a good time with great views, check out TubeTahoe. A new option for tubing in South Lake Tahoe, it has 500-foot-long, groomed lanes...read more

If you want to be certain that you are making the most of your Tahoe time, check out Venturing Out. It's a locally owned guide company with a focus on...read more

How could you have a resort dedicated to rock 'n' roll and not have a venue by which to express that dedication? The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino meets this...read more

Watta Bike n' Snow in Meyers. is a seasonal business. As a bike shop, this is a full-service facility with expert service and tune-ups. Not only can the...read more

Whale Beach is the last of a series of secluded beaches accessed off of Highway 28 on the east shore of Lake Tahoe and is also known as Black Sand Beach....read more

Tahoe folk tend to be a hands-on sort of people, whether by necessity or inclination. Wildwood DIY Boutique caters to this attribute with handmade items as...read more

If you enjoy wine, then a great day excursion from Lake Tahoe is Wine Tours From Tahoe, a tour company that picks you up at your door in South Lake Tahoe...read more