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
Tahoe Pontoon Charters helps you see the lake from a different perspective. Whether you want to take a cruise with your own food and drink, bar hop to...read more
Tahoe Sailing Charters is an excellent way to see the beauty of Lake Tahoe powered by Mother Nature. Nonmotorized yacht sailing cruises give a serene yet...read more
Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks provide active, fun experiences that require physical exertion and interaction on the part of the...read more
Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park is a place for fun and excitement through thrilling ropes courses and indoor rock climbing for all abilities. They offer their...read more
Tahoe Water Adventures is your one-stop shop for anything related to having fun on Lake Tahoe. From speed-boat rentals to Jet Skis, Tahoe Water Adventures...read more
Tahoe Yacht Club is an organization steeped in historic relevance in the Lake Tahoe area. With more than 90 years of presence on the lake, the organization...read more
It’s near impossible to spend any amount of time in the Lake Tahoe region without encountering the photography of Chris Talbot. His images of the lake and...read more
TART, or Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit, offers free public transit services that connect the North Tahoe and Truckee communities and winter
...read moreCobblestone Center shopping village at the heart of Tahoe City proudly celebrates its roots as a venture that came into being on the heels of the famed 1960...read more
The Yoga Room has one of the best views of Lake Tahoe for yoga studios in Tahoe City. Situated on the upper level of a back building in the...read more
George Whittell Jr., heir to one of San Francisco’s largest fortunes, pulled his $50 million (roughly $50 billion in current dollars) out of the stock...read more
Are you looking for a relaxing adventure for the entire family? One of the favorite family activities in Lake Tahoe is to float the Truckee River. The...read more