Rock climbing in Lake Tahoe is considered an adventure sport where you need to have a level of expertise to go out there without a guide. But there are local climbing gyms where you can hone your skills. If you're an experienced climber, the area is a playground of many sites to conquer, and it's certainly one of the most daring of the things to do in Tahoe!
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12047 Donner Pass Road, Suite A-1, Truckee, CA
Will you leave with a “we escaped” sign or will you be left wondering what clue you missed? Each room at Elevation Escape will test your creative thinking skills. Beyond a sense of curiosity, no special skills are needed to enjoy these escape rooms. This adventure is great for groups of friends, all ages in a family or as a company team-building exercise. At Elevation Escape it's about working together to solve mysteries and crack codes in different themed adventure rooms – all while the clock ticks.
Will you leave with a “we escaped” sign or will you be left wondering what clue you missed? Each room at Elevation Escape will test your creative thinking skills. Beyond a sense of curiosity, no special skills are needed to enjoy these escape rooms. This adventure is great for groups of friends, all ages in a family or as a company team-building exercise. At Elevation...read more
Will you leave with a “we escaped” sign or will you be left wondering what...read more
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Jim Kelley opened Tahoe Nugget in 1962, and it remains one of the oldest family-owned casinos in Nevada. It’s now run by Jim and Jeff, Kelley’s sons, who maintain their father’s philosophy of providing good food and good drink at an affordable price. The bar that runs down one side of the casino has more than a dozen craft beers on draft. Outside, there’s a...read more
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Kaspian Recreation Area is on Highway 89, 4 miles south of Tahoe City at the base of Blackwood Canyon. A campground and outdoor recreation area, the zone is excellent for wilderness fun in summer and winter. Kaspian Beach and Campground are located on National Forest land managed by the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. The summer offers mountain biking, road cycling and hiking....read more
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Kayak Tahoe is a locally owned business that began helping people connect with the beautiful water of Lake Tahoe via kayaks and paddleboards in the 1990s. Their impeccable service and trustworthy rentals have kept their rental operation as one of the leading companies in human-powered watercraft rentals in the Lake Tahoe area. In addition to renting kayaks and standup paddleboards, they also offers lessons, tours...read more
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KidZone is a hands-on children's museum in the heart of the High Sierra. The space is designed for kids younger than 8 years old to learn and share experiences with the special adults in their lives through open-ended play. KidZone is open all year. The site has an indoor space as well as an outdoor nature play area during the spring, summer and fall. Other...read more
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Kings Beach Mini Golf is a family-run fun spot with loads of history. Starting its offering of miniature golf back in 1957, the 36-hole course was created with much thought, heart and soul. The mini golf course created a summer tradition of entertaining couples and families that continues today. The course is available to rent for large parties of up to 50 people. There are...read more
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Kirkwood Mountain is a South Lake Tahoe ski area tucked a little out of the way of the hustle and bustle that is seen in town. Kirkwood is about a 45-minute drive from the center of South Lake. This small distance creates positives: crowds are smaller and attention to personal service is higher. The ski area itself is great for all levels of skiers with...read more
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If your dog is your best friend, Kiva Beach is for you. Kiva Beach, a part of the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, is one of the few beaches where dogs are welcome, though they still must be on leashes, per El Dorado County leash law, and the Tallac Marsh is off limits to canines to protect the wildlife of the Taylor Creek wetlands....read more
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Knits and Knots Tahoe is a small local yarn shop located inside the Wildwood Makers Market, carrying different kinds of yarns as well as knitting and crocheting supplies. The business also offers educational resources such as lessons and group (now virtual) knit nights on Tuesday evenings for hobbyists and enthusiasts to gather, socialize and knit. read more
Palisades Tahoe | Alpine Meadows
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Palisades Tahoe (formerly Squaw Valley) is known to be a breeding ground for famous pro skiers. A few that have come from this area include Olympians Julia Mancuso and Jonny Moseley as well as extreme athlete Shane McConkey. One of the reasons that these three, and many others, have excelled at downhill skiing is because of the KT-22 ski lift. Situated right at the base...read more
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As soon as the sun sets, South Lake Tahoe kicks off its Labor Day celebration with a patriotic fireworks display set over the water. A simultaneous musical accompaniment is broadcast on the local radio channels to enhance the designs, patterns and shapes lighting up the sky with their red, white and blue. Since everywhere in Tahoe is near the lake, it’s hard to miss seeing...read more
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Lagree is a low-impact, high-intensity workout performed on a specific machine. Classes are designed to strengthen and sculpt by using slow, controlled movements. Even so, participants can expect to sweat, shake and get their heart rate up in just 45 minutes. Lagree Tahoe was co-founded by fitness gurus Lexi Heinzer and Kara Pendl. Classes are offered at various times.read more
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Lake Forest Beach is a free day-use park within the neighborhood of Lake Forest Glen, a few miles outside of Tahoe City. The beach is a secluded, sandy and pebbly shoreline. The views are spectacular from the angle provided by the park, giving direct sight of Mount Tallac and other framing mountains. This beach is perfect for launching paddleboards, kayaks or windsurfing equipment. The area...read more
