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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2640 E. College Parkway, Carson City, NV
You love Lake Tahoe, and you feel as if you’ve seen all it has to offer. But as the old saying goes, you ain’t seen nothing yet ... not until you’ve seen it from the air, piloting your own aircraft over the Carson Range and into the Tahoe basin. With Hang Gliding Tahoe, you fly a powered hang glider (with an FAA-certified instructor along) and enjoy the sight of the lake from an entirely new perspective. The flight can even count toward training for a pilot’s license. Morning flights offer spectacular year-round viewing conditions. Flights may be scheduled for 30, 60 or 90 minutes. Winter flights are warm and cozy with modern-technology heated clothing. Don’t forget to sign up for the photo or video services for a souvenir of the flight that you will treasure forever.
You love Lake Tahoe, and you feel as if you’ve seen all it has to offer. But as the old saying goes, you ain’t seen nothing yet ... not until you’ve seen it from the air, piloting your own aircraft over the Carson Range and into the Tahoe basin. With Hang Gliding Tahoe, you fly a powered hang glider (with an FAA-certified instructor along) and...read more
You love Lake Tahoe, and you feel as if you’ve seen all it has to...read more
Northstar California Resort
Village at Northstar
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Since 1972 Northstar California Resort has drawn winter sports enthusiasts to the area. Twenty lifts provide access to 100 trails on more than 3,000 acres of skiable terrain. The majority of the trails are designed for intermediate-level riders, while about a quarter of them are for advanced skiers and the remainder are just right for beginners. Speaking of beginners, Northstar offers schooling in skiing and...read more
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Parents vacationing with their kids may want to look at a visit to the Old Truckee Jail Museum as a twofold exercise: educational and cautionary tale. Upon visiting the old jail, kids will get a cool, Old West history lesson that should grab their attention for a while. If not and they get unruly? Well, then, there is plenty of lock-up space. The jail, with...read more
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One of the magical aspects of skiing or snowboarding is experiencing the silence and beauty of the backcountry. There's nothing quite like the peace and calm that exists amidst a field of powder surrounded by towering trees, especially if you are accessing the goods via the power of Truckee-based Pacific Crest Snowcats. Utilizing the ease of a snowcat's ability to climb mountains and combining it...read more
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Paige Meadows is a huge area of easy hiking and mountain biking trails in the summer and cross-country skiing trails in the winter. An area that is superb for families and those not wanting a big workout, the zone has very few hills yet offers stunning views of the area. In the spring Paige Meadows is filled with a variety of wildflowers. In the fall...read more
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It's safe to say with the 13 different ski areas in the Lake Tahoe basin that the area is rich in ski and snowboarding options. But Palisades Tahoe/Alpine Meadows has one thing that the others do not: long, steep runs. That is why Palisades Tahoe/Alpine Meadows is the place that many skiers and snowboarders flock to to hone their craft on one plank or two. Palisades...read more
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
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Palisades Tahoe's Aerial Tram is a wonderful way to see the sights of the area. A two-towered ride that takes about 7 minutes to climb 2,000 vertical feet, the cable car brings groups of people up over the mountains in a heated cabin. With just a few swings as the cabin passes the towers and a smooth entry into the loading and unloading bay and...read more
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Patton Landing Beach is a pebbly version of Lake Tahoe shoreline. A free public beach that offers picnic tables, barbecues and summer-only bathrooms, the park also has free limited parking and a car-top boat launch. To help with the fun factor, Waterman's Landing cafe adjoins the free public beach and offers yummy treats and delicious drinks as well as kayak, canoe and paddleboard rentals. This...read more
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Pebble Beach, otherwise known as Dog Beach (or lesser known as Elizabeth Williams Beach), is a small strip of Lake Tahoe shoreline with a park-like setting that is legal for canines. North by a few miles of the U.S. Forest Service Kaspian Campground (approximately 4 miles south of Tahoe City), the beach is extremely easy to access. Although close to Highway 89 and the bike...read more
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Just about any scenery is better when viewed from the back of a horse, and the High Sierra is no exception. You can find out for yourself at the Piping Rock Horses equestrian center in Truckee. They offer a wide range of horse-related activities and experiences including trail rides, summer camps, a riding academy, lessons, clinics and an after-school program designed to introduce youngsters to...read more
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Pope House Museum offers a look at how the wealthy lived in the beginning of the 20th century. A fully furnished and accessorized home of the Pope family, the house allows guests to see the luxury that was afforded the few who enjoyed the romanticized Tahoe lifestyle. In addition to being filled with historical artifacts, the museum tour is also full of fun stories describing...read more
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Puzzle Room Tahoe provides fantastic indoor entertainment that is not only fun but also great for the mind. An escape game facility complete with four different themed rooms and a huge private event room, Puzzle Room Tahoe is set up for excitement. The games range from finding treasure in an abandoned pyramid to discovering your long-lost uncle's whereabouts while searching his mountain cabin. The intricate...read more
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Rideout Community Center is a family-centric place for fun on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe. A large arena that offers all types of indoor and outdoor activities, the center includes a full gymnasium, outdoor playgrounds, an athletic field, outdoor basketball courts, tetherball, an indoor batting cage and an exercise room as well as game tables like table tennis, pool and Foosball. There is also...read more
