Is it any wonder that a huge portion of Lake Tahoe things to do are Mother Nature-based? There are mountains – tops, sides and bases, lakes, ridges, secret coves, beaches, waterfalls, rivers, bays, old-growth forests, meadows, wilderness areas and more. Then there are the state and local parks that encompass and enhance the experience of immersing into this environment. Other Lake Tahoe attractions are built into this landscape – castles and mansions more than 100 years old, monuments to the earliest inhabitants of this region and to the settlers who came later, a 72-mile aquatic trail and historic sites and museums. Then there are the Lake Tahoe attractions that take advantage of such a stunning backdrop: art festivals, music festivals, dance festivals, wine tours, Renaissance fairs, duckee durbees, outdoor markets, restaurant weeks, water races, helicopter and balloon tours, sightseeing cruises, parades, tram and gondola rides, holiday-focused festivities, guided tours, sporting events, hand gliding tours and so much more!
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14 CA Highway 28, Crystal Bay, NV
With a history dating back to 1937, a completely renovated Crystal Bay Casino opened its doors on August 1, 2003. Natural stones cover the walls of the casino and a giant (fake) oak tree grows from the middle of the pit, spreading its branches out over the gaming tables and giving it a surreal ambiance. The gaming includes blackjack, craps and roulette as well as slot machines and a sportsbook. They’ve got rooms to rent out in an adjacent building called the Border House. Renovated to maintain a bygone charm with modern luxuries, the 10 rooms of the Border House are furnished with antiques and retro pieces and have Jacuzzi tubs and plasma TVs, and a few rooms have fireplaces. The casino hosts two clubs: the Red Room – with a small performance space – and the Crown Room, one of Tahoe’s premier performance venues. Set in an old bowling alley, the Crown Room has a state-of-the-art sound and lighting system, a hardwood dance floor and a capacity of 750. Crystal Bay Casino also is the home to the five-star Steak and Lobster House. To get a feel for old school Tahoe with all the modern luxuries, check out the CBC.
With a history dating back to 1937, a completely renovated Crystal Bay Casino opened its doors on August 1, 2003. Natural stones cover the walls of the casino and a giant (fake) oak tree grows from the middle of the pit, spreading its branches out over the gaming tables and giving it a surreal ambiance. The gaming includes blackjack, craps and roulette as well as...read more
With a history dating back to 1937, a completely renovated Crystal Bay Casino opened its...read more
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Eagle Falls is a dual waterfall zone located above Emerald Bay of Lake Tahoe within the Emerald Bay State Park. It's an easy hike whether you choose to visit the upper or lower falls, but the lower section tends to be more inspiring, especially if visited up close. For the upper falls, there is a looping trail that is about a mile in length that...read more
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If you are looking to get away from the crowds and feel a sense of exclusivity with your snowmobile tour, then you must check out Eagle Ridge Snowmobile Tours. Set among 650 acres of supremely beautiful Lake Tahoe forest, the setting encompasses 200 miles of backcountry trails. They offer the newest in snowmobile technology, and each rider is outfitted with the best that the sport...read more
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Eagle Rock is an excellent hike for those not wanting too exert much energy but who want to see the grand views of Lake Tahoe. On the West Shore, 5 miles south of Tahoe City and right off Highway 89, Eagle Rock is a 1.5-mile hike that gains 250 vertical feet. Once an active volcano, it is now an eroding dormant mass of rock that...read more
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Full Access Tahoe is your place for getting on an ATV and discovering the Tahoe dirt and mountains. A complete tour and ATV rental company, Full Access Tahoe provides you with top-of-the-line Can-Am Maverick Max X rs DPS, a high frame rigidity machine with electrical steering that helps four people access terrain that isn't possible otherwise. Imagine taking your own ATV to hidden mountain lakes...read more
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Gatekeeper's Museum is a historical heritage site of Lake Tahoe. Built to house the Watermaster of Fanny Bridge in the early 1900s, the tiny cabin is now home to an interesting collection of local artifacts. The museum highlights a few different exhibits that educate on the history of Lake Tahoe. It focuses on historical photos of the Lake Tahoe shoreline from 1916, Washoe Indian history,...read more
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Go2 Aroma & Oxygen Bar is the only high-elevation oxygen bar in all of the Lake Tahoe region. They serve oxygen to help altitude sickness and hangovers, increase energy levels, reduce stress and improve mood and concentration. Athletes will appreciate the benefits of an oxygen session to help them before and after a big race. Patrons can choose from different soothing scents from DoTerra essential...read more
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Granlibakken Tahoe is tucked away in the forested hills framing Lake Tahoe. Located just a few minutes from Tahoe City, Granlibakken is a resort center that invokes the meaning of quaint hospitality while at the same time offering a plethora of options to create the perfect vacation. From a fine dining restaurant that serves culinary art to a conference center that holds annual events such...read more
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Harveys Wagon Wheel Saloon and Gambling Hall was the first casino built at South Shore and was named for its owner, Nevada gaming pioneer Harvey Gross. Today we know Harveys as the hotel casino on the lake side of the casino corridor, right on the state line. Despite being the most senior of the South Tahoe casinos, Harveys has a rock ‘n’ roll streak, as evidenced...read more
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The Gondola launches from Heavenly Village and takes guests on a ride more than 2 miles up the mountain. Summer or winter, the views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding area are spectacular, and the recreational opportunities at the top end of the ride are some high-altitude fun. You’ll also find the new Tamarack Lodge up on the hill for food, drink and views of...read more
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Heavenly Resort is omnipresent at South Tahoe. Along with the casinos on the Nevada side of South Shore, the ski resort drives the economy of this small Sierra community. Heavenly’s California Lodge was the resort’s original mountain base area, located nearly a straight shot up the hill from the lakeside Ski Run Marina. Appropriate for skiers of all skill levels, just about all ski services...read more
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Lake Tahoe winter fun isn't just about skiing and boarding. There are a lot of other snow activities for the whole family, not the least of which is tubing. And the tubing hill at Heavenly is top of the line with several lanes and running more than 500 feet with a drop of 65 vertical feet. Swoosh down, then get transported back up to the...read more
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For years, if you wanted to see a movie at South Shore, you had to go through a casino to get to the theater. Tourists who didn't realize what was going on would stare at the families who were on their way to the latest Disney flick, wondering what kind of terrible parents were bringing their little children to the casino. Now...read more
