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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In warm weather, Lake Tahoe Golf Course's high-altitude meadow setting set against rugged mountain scenery offers breathtaking views. Located on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada Mountain’s Lake Valley State Recreation Area, Lake Tahoe Golf Course’s spectacular William Bell-designed championship layout will challenge and delight every level of golfer. The course welcomes casual players as well as custom-designed tournaments and events. The clubhouse also includes a full golf shop, a cocktail bar and a snack bar with cart service on the course.
Lake Tahoe Golf Course & Clubhouse is also a popular venue for non-golfing special events, including weddings. The 2,500-square-foot clubhouse features a full-service restaurant and dining area overlooking the golf course with views of Mt. Tallac. It is a perfect setting for receptions, group meetings and banquet dinners; with seating for up to 160 guests. Whether the event takes place on the 10th tee near the Upper Truckee River or in the clubhouse with views of Mt. Tallac, the catering and event specialists can help give your wedding day that special Tahoe flavor.
Golf in winter? Yes, at Lake Tahoe Golf Course & Clubhouse. In winter the clubhouse becomes more of a sports bar and restaurant feel with simulators that provide all sorts of activities. This, of course, includes golf featuring hundreds of golf courses worldwide, a practice range and lesson capabilities. Simulators also have games like hockey, soccer, baseball, disc golf and arcade fun games for the kids (and kids at heart) like Zombie destruction using tennis balls thrown at targets on the screen.
In warm weather, Lake Tahoe Golf Course's high-altitude meadow setting set against rugged mountain scenery offers breathtaking views. Located on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada Mountain’s Lake Valley State Recreation Area, Lake Tahoe Golf Course’s spectacular William Bell-designed championship layout will challenge and delight every level of golfer. The course welcomes casual players as well as custom-designed tournaments and events. The clubhouse also...read more
In warm weather, Lake Tahoe Golf Course's high-altitude meadow setting set against rugged mountain scenery offers...read more
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Split Rock Music is the kind of full-service music shop that can be hard to find outside of an urban setting, but the shop is located right in historic downtown Truckee. They handle anything music related including retail sales, rentals, repairs and even lessons. They sell new and used equipment, from the very basics to the far high end, as well as consignment sales and...read more
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Spooner Lake is an excellent winter and summer recreation area. The reservoir is home to year-round fishing, hiking and birding. In the summer the lake is the place for swimming, non-motorized boating and mountain biking, and in the winter the cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are great. There is a day-use fee collected per vehicle/bike, so make sure to bring some money. read more
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Squaw Valley Rentals is your easiest bet for renting ski and snowboard equipment when venturing out on the lifts at Squaw Valley. Located literally a few steps from the ski lifts and Funitel, Squaw Valley Rentals makes pick up and return about as simple as it gets. They offer everything needed for skiers (both downhill and telemark) and snowboarders. Whether you're looking to get an...read more
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Helping locals and visitors connect to the ancient constellations and the legends that go with them, this new guide company specializes in reading the expansive, starry night sky of Lake Tahoe. Stargaze Tahoe is led by longtime local astrologer and astronomy and mythology enthusiast Ashlen Clemens. Her guided tours will leave you spellbound by celestial phenomena, bringing the experience home with a powerful telescope and an enthusiastic...read more
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Still Water Yoga is a place of connection and community through the gifts of yoga. A sanctuary for all levels, the space offers a variety of classes to accommodate the beginner to advanced yogi. To help people find the healing that comes from a regular practice, Still Water Yoga also provides an generous lineup of classes that fit into any busy schedule as well as...read more
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Privately owned and operated by the homeowners in the Village at Sugar Bowl, Sugar Bowl Resort has attracted skiers and snowboarders to the top of Donner Summit for nearly 75 years. As a Tahoe-area resort that consistently collects great stashes of snow, Sugar Bowl boasts four distinct peaks and an open-boundary policy for backcountry access. Other unique features include a scenic gondola ride into the car-free...read more
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You might get a particular mental image if someone were to use the term “body sugaring.” And the funny thing is, that mental image might be spot on because the term really does mean to spread sugar onto your skin. It is a way to remove unwanted hair that is said to be as effective as other methods if not as well known. In fact,...read more
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Yellow cabs may be what comes to mind when you think of taxis, and this fleet fits the image. This company goes by the names Sunshine-Yellow Cabs and Yellow Cab Company, and you can't mistake the familiar look and color of the cars. These cabs can be called on both the Nevada and the California sides of South Shore or hailed near the casino areas,...read more
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SWA Watersports offers Jet Ski and boat rentals, fishing charters, guided tours and private charters as well as watersports rentals and lessons. Boat rentals range from 20 to 27 footers with capacities of up to 14 people. You may also charter a yacht, pontoon boat or wake boat and let a licensed captain guide you around the lake and teach you to wake surf or...read more
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Tahoe Adventure Company is a way to access any outdoor adventure in Lake Tahoe. Whether it is rock climbing or kayaking, mountain biking or hiking, Tahoe Adventure Company prides itself in creating custom recreation tours that connect exactly with what the guest desires. They add a ton of local knowledge to each of their trips and also offer kayak and paddleboard rentals and tours. Other fun experiences Tahoe Adventure Company offers include star tours, full moon, sunset excursions, group outings, backpacking trips...read more
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Tahoe Asian Massage & Spa is a place of nurturing and rejuvenation for the body in the form of Thai massage. Offering a variety of healing modalities, Tahoe Asian gives a choice of Shiatsu Asian body massage, Swedish massage, Asian reflexology and body reflexology and hot stone massage. The spa also offers facials, waxing and skin and body wraps. They also have treatments specific for...read more
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Tahoe Axe & Darts is a reimagined classic dart and axe-throwing experience. Their state-of-the-art Dartsee platform transforms dart throwing into an interactive and gamified experience suitable for every skill level. Whether you are a beginner looking for some casual fun or a seasoned pro seeking a challenge, their dart boards offer a good time for everyone. But the excitement doesn't stop at darts. They also offer a...read more