Things to Do in Tahoe City

A common denominator of things to do in Tahoe City and the West Shore is the great outdoors. Leaning over Tahoe City’s Fanny Bridge staring at the Truckee River’s water as it feeds Lake Tahoe, holding ski poles in anticipation of a downhill mountain run, tromping around under the pines on winding trails ... well, Mother Nature is the key to all of the invigoration things to do in Tahoe City! And even though Olympic athletes put this place on the map, you don’t have to be a pro at any sport to enjoy every one that’s found here. Anyone with a sense of adventure will have fun with all the things to do in Tahoe City.

Ward Creek Park and Paige Meadows are places to enjoy simple and natural Tahoe City activities. Snowshoe or simply build snow people with your kids during winter, and walk your dog past warm weather floral displays when the temperatures edge toward warmer.

Have you checked out things to do in Tahoe City that will nourish your well-being, such as yoga classes and other mind, body and soul classes held at area studios? Visitors, whatever the length of their stay, are always warmly welcomed. Another great resource for Tahoe City things to do is the public library at the Boatworks Complex. Kid and adult events occur frequently.

Outdoors Things to Do in Tahoe City

Hiking remains a favorite thing to do in Tahoe City with the many trailheads that lead into the Desolation Wilderness. Be sure to get your trail pass at Forest Service Ranger Stations, and bring plenty of drinking water. Biking is also big here thanks to a paved path from Tahoe City and along the West Shore.

Speaking of water, have you been to it yet? Public beaches and marinas offer plenty of ways to appreciate Lake Tahoe. Swim, kayak, rent paddleboards or charter a boat and go fishing. Standing or moving, sitting or meditating, the diversity of Tahoe City things to do will bring out the best in every Lake Tahoe stay.

Things to Do in Tahoe City by Category

All Fired Up at The Hot Spot: Paint Your Own Pottery, Candle Making and More

Tahoe City Thing to Do
475 North Lake Boulevard, #106, Tahoe City, CA
(530) 584-2828

If you are looking for a place to express your creative side, All Fired Up at The Hot Spot can help. A sanctuary for creation in the form of pottery...read more

If you are looking for a place to express your creative side, All Fired Up...read more

Burton Creek State Park

7360 West Lake Boulevard, Tahoma, CA
(530) 525-7232

Explore the untouched beauty of Burton Creek State Park, just outside

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Explore the untouched beauty of Burton Creek State Park,

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Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park

West Shore Thing to Do
CA State Park Road, Tahoma, CA
(530) 525-7232

Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park is your best bet for winter camping. Also open with a larger selection of sites in the summer, the park is positioned...read more

Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park is your best bet for winter camping. Also...read more

Hang Gliding Tahoe

2640 E. College Parkway, Carson City, NV
(775) 772-8232

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...read more

You love Lake Tahoe, and you feel as if you’ve seen all the sights it...read more

North Tahoe Watersports

Tahoe City Thing to Do
Multiple locations

North Tahoe Watersports brings you the fun of Lake Tahoe in a safe and exciting way. Specializing in parasailing, the company offers high-flying adventures...read more

North Tahoe Watersports brings you the fun of Lake Tahoe in a safe and exciting...read more

Sunnyside Marina & Watersports

West Shore Thing to Do
1850 West Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-7201

Sunnyside Watersports offers several different rental options such as power boats, surf boats and pontoon boats in addition to jet skis, kayaks and standup ...read more

Sunnyside Watersports offers several different rental options such as power boats, surf boats and pontoon...read more

Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema

Tahoe City Thing to Do
475 North Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City, CA
(530) 584-2431

Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema is not a regular movie theater. With leather rocking seats and comfy couches in the theater and a bar serving beer and wine in...read more

Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema is not a regular movie theater. With leather rocking seats and...read more

Tahoe Family Adventures, a family-owned and -operated adventure company, offers an array of exciting water rentals and ATV excursions to make your summer...read more

Tahoe Family Adventures, a family-owned and -operated adventure company, offers an array of exciting water...read more

Embark on an unforgettable North Shore snowmobile or UTV adventure with Tahoe Family Adventures, where they offer private and semi-private tours through the...read more

Embark on an unforgettable North Shore snowmobile or UTV adventure with Tahoe Family Adventures, where...read more

Tahoe Symphony Orchestra

(775) 524-2175

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...read more

The Tahoe Symphony Orchestra is on a mission to raise awareness and appreciation of classical...read more

Tahoe Wine Collective

Tahoe City Thing to Do
760 North Lake Boulevard, Suite 1, Tahoe City, CA
(530) 584-2714

Tahoe Wine Collective is more than just a wine bar, so stop in to discover North Lake Tahoe's newest neighborhood gathering spot. They showcase a rotating...read more

Tahoe Wine Collective is more than just a wine bar, so stop in to discover...read more

Truckee River Bikes

3039 Highway 89, Olympic Valley, CA
(530) 581-3399

One of the greatest ways to see Lake Tahoe is via bicycle. With miles of dirt trails, bike routes and paved roads, there is fun to be had no matter what...read more

One of the greatest ways to see Lake Tahoe is via bicycle. With miles of...read more