This is an area with strong roots in the Old West so horseback riding is a natural holdover and a wonderful thing to do in Tahoe to experience the amazing terrain. There are thousands of acres of trails to explore, and several outfitters offer lessons as well as guided rides.
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Discover Lake Tahoe's splendor with Around Tahoe Tours, led by local experts Chris and Darin Talbot. Drawing on decades of insight since 1977, their tours offer a unique and entertaining way to get to know the area. Dive into their incredible Sand Harbor Experience for a hassle-free day at Lake Tahoe's premier beach, where you can enjoy an exclusive day, complete with complimentary transportation, awe-inspiring education, delightful entertainment and relaxation without the worry of lines or parking issues. Aptly named Camp Tahoe, their private Beach Lounge experience is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Located on a stretch of beautiful white sandy beach, this experience comes complete with everything you need for a great lakeside experience including umbrellas, chairs, beach comforts, towels and toys along with access to cocktails and food at the neighboring wet bar and restaurant. Interested in enjoying the entire lake? Check out their incredible six-hour Around Tahoe Tour. If discovering the neighboring areas to Lake Tahoe is your cup of tea, their Comstock Tour offers you six hours to enjoy and learn about awe-inspiring historical Virginia City. Around Tahoe Tours also offers other fascinating tours including their Colorful Fall Tour, Winter Ski Tour, North Shore Tour or The Perfect Tahoe Day Tour. They also offer the ability to create tailored adventures for private, semi-private or group tours.
Discover Lake Tahoe's splendor with Around Tahoe Tours, led by local experts Chris and Darin Talbot. Drawing on decades of insight since 1977, their tours offer a unique and entertaining way to get to know the area. Dive into their incredible Sand Harbor Experience for a hassle-free day at Lake Tahoe's premier beach, where you can enjoy an exclusive day, complete with complimentary transportation, awe-inspiring...read more
Discover Lake Tahoe's splendor with Around Tahoe Tours, led by local experts Chris and Darin...read more
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Granite Chief has been a fixture on the local ski scene for more than three decades. Skiers and outdoors enthusiasts can find Granite Chief’s offerings at its store in Truckee. In winter they offer a full-service ski shop with ski tuning, repairs and custom boot fitting. Granite Chief stocks the latest hard goods as well as ski apparel and accessories. If you’re thinking of upgrading...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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Hansen's Resort is a great place to experience the snow on their seasonal tubing and saucer hill. The hill has groomed runs of about 400 feet with side walls and a braking berm at the end. Fun for the whole family, Hansen's Resort is a secluded hideaway on 2 acres of undeveloped California pine forest and is conveniently located minutes from the shores of Lake Tahoe, the...read more
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Harrah's Lake Tahoe has a lot going on, and not the least of the action is on the casino floor, the western end of which runs right up along the Nevada/California state line. The flashing neon and ringing bells of the slot machines are exactly as one pictures a Tahoe casino should be and include some statewide progressive jackpots. The table games...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 casino in Harveys is a more intimate and friendly setting than in some of the other gaming establishments in the state. In addition to the slot machines (including the Wheel of Fortune Super Spin) and table games (such as blackjack, roulette, poker, baccarat and pai gow as well as poker and blackjack tournaments), this is where you will find one of...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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It doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned skier or never before set your foot in a boot, Heavenly Ski and Ride School offers an experience for all skill sets. Under the guidance of the school’s world-class instructors, skiers and snowboarders take to the mountains’ exceptional terrain with grace and agility. Lessons are available for all ages with sections specifically for children, teens and adults, and...read more
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If you are going to ski and snowboard Heavenly, you can also get your gear from Heavenly, and this is the equipment rental and sales headquarters. Heavenly Sports carries all of your favorite brands of skis and ski gear, snowboards and snowboarding gear, snow sports clothing, goggles, helmets, footwear, even sunglasses and mountain lifestyle clothing. The expert staff knows everything from the old-school snow sports...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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Heavenly Village is a collection of shops, restaurants and activities clustered around the Heavenly Ski Resort’s Gondola pad. The Village is tucked along the main boulevard through South Lake Tahoe near the Nevada casinos. Dining options range from ice cream, snack and coffee shops to gourmet burger and pizza restaurants. There’s a little bit of everything for those who like to shop, including art and...read more
