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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If finding some adrenaline fun via flowing rivers is your cup of tea, then you should check out Tahoe Whitewater Tours. A highly reputable company that offers guided trips down Truckee River as well as other rivers that near the Tahoe area, Tahoe Whitewater Tours is gifted in creating a trip that fits the wants and needs of the group. From basic river trips to heart-pumping whitewater adventures, they have you covered.
If finding some adrenaline fun via flowing rivers is your cup of tea, then you should check out Tahoe Whitewater Tours. A highly reputable company that offers guided trips down Truckee River as well as other rivers that near the Tahoe area, Tahoe Whitewater Tours is gifted in creating a trip that fits the wants and needs of the group. From basic river trips to...read more
If finding some adrenaline fun via flowing rivers is your cup of tea, then you...read more
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Lake Tahoe Community College is a two-year educational institution offering associate degrees and certificates in more than 40 different academic areas. The college serves approximately 3,000 students per quarter in classes ranging from business administration to digital media, from criminal justice to wilderness education. The Visual and Performing Arts departments produce concerts, plays and art exhibitions that are open to the public and popular among...read more
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There is nothing more special than cruising Lake Tahoe. The shifting hues of blue and the robust mountains surrounding the lake create a spectacular setting that begs for time on the water. One of the best ways to enjoy this beautiful setting is to utilize Zephyr Cove's Lake Tahoe Cruises. A company with an exceptional reputation, Lake Tahoe Cruises offers one of Lake Tahoe's most famous...read more
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The museum operated by Lake Tahoe Historical Society informs and educates visitors about the lives of the Washoe people who were the first residents of the basin and chronicles the history of life at Tahoe from that time forward. View a pictorial journey of the early settlers, learn about the importance that the steamer boat played and get a glimpse of farming and ranching in...read more
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Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park is a park system found on the east shore of Lake Tahoe. With six different management units that total 14,301 acres, the park protects miles of dense Tahoe forest and beautiful sandy and rocky beaches. Within the park are the swimming areas of Sand Harbor, Chimney Beach, Hidden Beach, Secret Cove, Creek Beach, Boaters Beach and Whale Beach as well...read more
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If you desire a little bit of culture with your mountain experience, then you are in for a treat with the annual Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival. This festival is a coming together of highly talented theatrical acts interlaced with the elegance of fine dining set in an al fresco ambiance that looks out upon a luxurious Tahoe setting. Most summer seasons there is a Shakespeare...read more
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Lake Tahoe Water Trail is a 72-mile water route along the shoreline that connects public beaches with launch and landing sites including 20 managed trailhead sites with wayfinding signage, restrooms and parking. The trail is divided into seven day-trip segments of approximately 10 miles for out-and-back or point-to-point excursions. Paddlers can plan their trip using the Water Trail website with route planning and mobile wayfinding maps,...read more
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The M.S. Dixie II is a unique, fun and entertaining way to see Lake Tahoe. A boat that resembles Mississippi paddleboat, the 520-person ship is an award-winning favorite for many visitors and locals. It has even been voted the Best Cruise in Nevada by Nevada Magazine. The M.S. Dixie II offers tours around the lake for a nominal price, leaving from Zephyr Cove. A wonderful...read more
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Magic Carpet Golf is a fun place to take a break from the beaches and the ski slopes while still spending time in the fresh Tahoe air. The mini-golf site offers patrons the choice of three courses, two with 19 holes and one with 28 holes. Adults and children alike will enjoy the varied themes including a pirate ship, a dinosaur and a castle, and...read more
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Meeks Bay Resort & Marina offers camping, lodging and outdoor recreation within its 2,000 acres. A full-fledged marina providing boat service, boat tours and kayak, paddleboard, motor boat and pedal boat rentals, Meeks Bay is home to a beautiful white-sand beach that was once an ancestral Washoe Indian site. The resort offers full water ski and water tubing packages. There are three varieties of accommodations...read more
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park
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Memorial Point Overlook is on Highway 28 between the town of Incline Village and Sand Harbor. An easy way to see the expansive beauty of Lake Tahoe, this overlook gives you a bird's-eye view of the variations in water color and the large granite boulders that frame the shoreline of Lake Tahoe. The free parking area accesses a visitors center and a quick trail that...read more
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Moon Dune Beach may be tiny and not offer many services or allow pets, but it does have the softest, whitest sand found in Lake Tahoe. And it offers free access. The beautiful beach provides some shady areas off the water and portable bathrooms in the summer. Please note that there is no designated parking lot. Parking is on Highway 28 only. Located across from...read more
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Originally established 1964, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe as we know it today came about from the 1987 merger of Slide Mountain and Mt. Rose. Separated by a steep face that had been off-limits to snow-sports enthusiasts for decades, The Chutes officially opened in 2004 with the addition of the Chuter lift. Descending from the resort’s 9,700-foot summit elevation, the 200-acre Chutes offer some the longest...read more
