What could be a more romantic or winter-perfect thing to do in Tahoe than riding on a horse-drawn sleigh? There are several places in Lake Tahoe where you can experience this lovely activity that harkens back to earlier times.
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12593 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA
History buffs, campers, cyclists, hikers and those who love their water sports will find Donner Memorial State Park the perfect place for either a visit or an extended stay. The Donner name is a nod to the story of the snow-stranded emigrants and their ill-fated wagon train in the winter of 1846–47. One part of the forlorn pioneer group made camp near Donner Lake, now site of the state park, during record-breaking snowfall. Now visitors can go to Donner Memorial State Park and check out the $6.6 million visitor center/museum that chronicles the Donner Party and the human and natural history of the region. During summer season the park has 142 spaces for car, RV and tent camping. There is also a concessionaire renting water toys from kayaks and SUPs to two-seater personal watercraft. Being a state park in the Sierra, everything is surrounded by beautiful pines and plenty of hiking and biking in adjacent Cold Stream Canyon and swimming in the kid-friendly canal and China Cove. Depending on snowfall, a cross-country ski trail is groomed through the park, which is also a great place for snowshoeing. An entrance fee is charged.
History buffs, campers, cyclists, hikers and those who love their water sports will find Donner Memorial State Park the perfect place for either a visit or an extended stay. The Donner name is a nod to the story of the snow-stranded emigrants and their ill-fated wagon train in the winter of 1846–47. One part of the forlorn pioneer group made camp near Donner Lake, now site...read more
History buffs, campers, cyclists, hikers and those who love their water sports will find Donner...read more
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Tahoe Bike & Ski Company is a year-round outdoor-fun outfitter. In summer they handle rentals of single and double surreys as well as sales and rentals of manual and electric bikes. They also offer other outdoor fun items for sale, such as kites. When the snow sports roll around, Tahoe Bike & Ski has basic and demo ski packages as well as cross-country and snowboard...read more
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Tahoe Bike Company is a full-service source for bikes in South Lake Tahoe, offering an entire rental spectrum including electric, family (surrey), kids, cruisers, comfort/hybrid and road bikes and trailers or seats for children and pets. Tahoe Bike Company not only rents the exact bike for your cycling needs, but also sells bikes and a variety of kites. In the winter the shop transitions into...read more
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Tourists to the basin can't help but be impressed by the scenic beauty of Lake Tahoe. But only a fraction of visitors and locals ever get a chance to enjoy the experience of actually being out on the water. Tahoe Blue Boat Rentals can help remedy this, making lake-worthy watercraft affordable and accessible for everyone. Whatever the occasion, they have something in their fleet to...read more
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Tahoe Blue Event Center is a stunning venue that is new to Tahoe as of September 2023. It's the upcoming home of Lake Tahoe's very own East Coast Hockey League team, and the capacious, 5,000-seat arena can host live concerts, sporting events, family shows, conferences, trade shows and more. This versatile center also shines as a premier setting for art and music exhibitions. The cutting-edge...read more
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With all of the outdoor recreation available in the form of the lake and the mountains, and the indoor recreation in the form of the casinos, some other activities are easy to overlook at Tahoe. But the South Lake bowling alley has actually been around since 1959. Tahoe Bowl has 16 lanes, all available with bumpers for the youngsters, a pro shop and both a...read more
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Tahoe Center of Natural Medicine is a healing journey of Naturopathic and Chiropractic Medicine. Owner and operator Dr. Christina Campbell has dedicated herself to helping people find a way into true health through natural means. Therapies offered include vitamin injections, botanical and nutrient therapy, food allergy testing, chiropractic adjustments, bio identical hormone therapy and gastro intestinal evaluations. Dr. Campbell is certified with the American Board of Anti-Aging...read more
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Tahoe Central Market in Kings Beach isn’t a big place, but it’s packed full of wholesome goodness. Mornings you can stop in for a coffee, tea, bagel, breakfast sandwich or baked goods. At the juice bar they blend up smoothies, tonics, wheatgrass and fresh organic juices. Come lunchtime the deli turns out gourmet sandwiches made with Boar’s Head meats and cheeses on Truckee Sourdough bread....read more
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The Tahoe City Farmers Market, located directly on the shores of Lake Tahoe in the Common's Beach parking lot, is a fun place to discover the variety of fresh produce available in northern California. Operating from mid-May through mid-October on Thursday mornings from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., the market allows vendors to sell fruits, vegetables, flowers, eggs, nuts, honey and homemade goods. All items...read more
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Tahoe City Golf Course is a 9-hole course (with a par of 33) that has character and stellar views of Lake Tahoe. The historic course began back in 1917 when England's famous golfer May "Queenie" Dunn was commissioned to create a course on the then-famous Tahoe Tavern resort property. As one of the first courses in the United States to be designed by a woman,...read more
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Through their retail location in Tahoe City and rental beach-side location at Commons Beach, Tahoe City Kayak offers everything you could need if you desire to go kayaking or standup paddleboarding on Lake Tahoe. Ready to outfit you from head to toe with new gear or rentals, Tahoe City Kayak prides itself on being the trusted North Tahoe source on all things kayak (in a...read more
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Movies On The Beach is a weekly event held in the summer on Wednesdays at Commons Beach in Tahoe City. An outdoor event, it brings the drive-in–style movie set up together with the beauty of the lake. The movies range from thrillers to comedies, though all are all-ages appropriate and family friendly. Be sure to bring a blanket, some snacks and chairs to make yourself...read more
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Tahoe City Marina is a collection of stores and the longest-standing marina on Lake Tahoe. Beginning its days in the 1940s, the marina is not only a historical aspect to Tahoe City, but also one of the largest marinas on the lake itself. In addition to shopping, the marina is also home to Moe's BBQ, a delightful restaurant serving tasty BBQ fare. Assisting with all...read more
