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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North Tahoe Watersports brings you the fun of Lake Tahoe in a safe and exciting way. Specializing in parasailing, the company offers high-flying adventures over Lake Tahoe in all three of its locations. In addition to parasailing, North Tahoe Watersports offers boat rentals and personal watercraft rentals, and a large selection of non-motorized rental equipment.
North Tahoe Watersports brings you the fun of Lake Tahoe in a safe and exciting way. Specializing in parasailing, the company offers high-flying adventures over Lake Tahoe in all three of its locations. In addition to parasailing, North Tahoe Watersports offers boat rentals and personal watercraft rentals, and a large selection of non-motorized rental equipment. read more
North Tahoe Watersports brings you the fun of Lake Tahoe in a safe and exciting...read more
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Round Pines is a great beach for those who like a lot going on but also like a beach that is tucked away. Not only does it have a deli and a bar, but it also has a wonderful selection of available water-activity rentals, including boats, Jet Skis, kayaks, paddleboards and pedal boats. Visitors can also choose to go parasailing, play volleyball, swim in the...read more
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The nation’s largest cross country ski resort sits atop Donner Summit out of view of most travelers. But for those in the know, Royal Gorge’s 200 km of groomed trails on 6,000 acres of stunning Sierra Nevada scenery is a veritable adventure mecca. A partnership with Sugar Bowl Ski Resort and the Truckee Donner Land Trust means Royal Gorge resort, which was founded in 1971,...read more
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Safe Taxi is a small company operating in the South Lake Tahoe area. Their fleet is limited in number, so at any given time it's possible that all their cabs will be already occupied or reserved, but it is also possible that they might have a car available when all other companies are booked up. Safe Taxi uses four-wheel-drive SUVs, so inclement weather isn't an...read more
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Immersed in the Truckee forest is a place that delves into the research and lessons that Mother Earth can provide. Sagehen Creek Field Station is a quaint teaching facility and research station for the University of California at Berkeley, Berkeley Natural History Museums and the U.C. Natural Reserve System. Also an active member of the Organization of Biological Field Stations, Sagehen has been a longstanding...read more
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Sail Tahoe Blue is a boating company based on a passion for doing what one loves and sharing it with others. The owners' dream was to spend every day on Lake Tahoe and share that excitement with others. Sail Tahoe Blue offers a safe, fun and entertaining adventure for any age. They sail on Blue, their 40-foot Santa Cruz sailboat. The sailing vessel provides a...read more
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If you wish to sail the beautiful water of Lake Tahoe, then Sailing Ventures Lake Tahoe is a good bet in instruction and boat charters. Established in 1993, Sailing Ventures has created an extensive list of sailing courses through the years. With 10 different sailing classes available, from a two-hour introduction to sailing to a two-day family sailing lesson, teaching the ways of the Tahoe...read more
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Three miles south of the town of Incline Village on Highway 28, Sand Harbor has a variety of natural features that you can spend an entire day exploring. You can hike several trails down the shoreline or off into the woods. You can rock-hop, scrambling across the giant boulders that extend out into the lake. You can rent a kayak or standup paddleboard to float...read more
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Sandy Beach is a beautiful tiny piece of free public beach access in Tahoe Vista. Near the Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort, this sandy beach provides views looking up Lake Tahoe toward Mount Tallac, creating a stunning perspective. The beach is outfitted with garbage cans year-round, and portable bathrooms are added in the summer. A bonus to this beach is that there are picnic tables and grills...read more
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Truckee-Tahoe is full of golf courses open to private play only. Schaffer’s Mill Golf Club is one of those private courses, except on Mondays. The golfing public can play the Johnny Miller/John Harbottle-designed course throughout the season during unaccompanied guest play on Mondays. As tee times are understandably limited on the public days, golfers wanting to take advantage of the opportunity should contact the Schaffer’s...read more
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The west side of Secline Beach is a forested, small, park-like setting with many trees shading picnic tables and open space. Seasonal kayak and stand-up paddle board rentals are often available. The east side of Secline Beach is an open sandy beach that transitions smoothly over a short distance from the lake to a paved turn-around area. Tables and barbecues are provided, as well as seasonal...read more
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park
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Secret Cove is a secluded nudist beach that is off the same trail system that accesses Chimney Beach. On the east shore of Lake Tahoe on Highway 89, 2.6 miles from Sand Harbor, the trailhead to Secret Cove is found to the right of the free public parking. The trail is steep at first and then mellows out to a gentle 3/4-mile of single track....read more
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One of the nice perks of the new commercial activity taking place near the east side of South Lake Tahoe is that it has brought in a high-end spa. Serenity Spa uses modern techniques and products such as hot stone massage, mineral salt scrub therapy, body wraps and revitalizing facials to promote relaxation and well being. And for that romantic occasion, there is the Couples’...read more
