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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Truckee-Donner Recreation & Park District
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15888 South Shore Drive, Truckee, CA
Lake Tahoe, 15 minutes away, gets all the attention, but Truckee has a gem of its own: Donner Lake. While not as big and broad as Big Blue, Donner Lake offers up a good bit of watery fun too. One of the best places to access Donner is West End Beach. In summer months, there is a modest admission fee to enter the 10-acre west end area. The sandy beach and roped-off, kid-friendly swim area is the place to take youngsters to build sandcastles and splash in the water all under the watch of lifeguards. Operated by the Truckee-Donner Park and Recreation Department, West End Beach also has paddleboards, kayaks and pedal boats available to rent. There is plenty of fun on the beach area: two playgrounds for kids to get their kicks on, a sand volleyball court, tennis court and horseshoe pits. A snack bar serves up soft drinks, hot dogs and ice cream. Get there early and stake out a picnic table and grill. There are shady group picnic areas available by reservation.
Lake Tahoe, 15 minutes away, gets all the attention, but Truckee has a gem of its own: Donner Lake. While not as big and broad as Big Blue, Donner Lake offers up a good bit of watery fun too. One of the best places to access Donner is West End Beach. In summer months, there is a modest admission fee to enter the 10-acre west...read more
Lake Tahoe, 15 minutes away, gets all the attention, but Truckee has a gem of...read more
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Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area is one of the most extensive and scenic Nordic ski centers in the West. It includes Alder Creek Adventure Center and a cafe/bar as well as a ski rental center. From lung-busting climbs to flat meadows, Tahoe Donner has more than 100 kilometers of trails groomed for skate skiing and traditional cross-country striding as well as snowshoeing. Alder Creek...read more
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One of the many hidden gems of Truckee is Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort. Compared to the many large, corporate ski resorts in the Truckee-North Tahoe area, Tahoe Donner Downhill is small. But then again, that’s like comparing apples to oranges. Ask locals where their kids learned to ski, and there’s a good chance it was on the slopes at Tahoe Donner. The ski area prides itself on...read more
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One way for almost every person to explore Tahoe Donner’s nearly 3,500 acres of open space mountain scenery is on horseback via more than 100 km of trails. Located at the Alder Creek Adventure Center, Tahoe Donner’s Equestrian Center typically offers a variety of lessons and camps in the summer. Short-term and a long-term boarding with horse trailer parking are also available. An on-site shop stocks sunscreen,...read more
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Tahoe Donner offers scores of amenities to its homeowner members, and the crown jewel is its 18-hole championship golf course. What makes this mountain course even more special is that it’s also open to the public. Set on 200 acres of high-elevation, pine-shrouded beauty, the 7,002-yard, par 72 course is open from early summer to fall. Tahoe Donner has a driving range and offers group and private lessons from...read more
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Nothing creates family winter memories like sliding downhill on a sled or tube. It doesn’t matter if you’re a kid or a kid at heart – Tahoe Donner Snowplay offers fun for everyone. For parents who want their kids to experience all that winter has to offer, Snowplay is the perfect place to make snow angels, build snowmen, have snowball fights and much more.
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Tahoe Flow Arts and Fitness is a beautiful coming together of yoga, aerial arts, dance and fitness. In this healing place that inspires one's best self to shine, participants are encouraged to connect in a deeper, more meaningful way through flowing movement. All the teachers and instructors inspire a loving, compassionate connection with body, heart and soul, allowing a welcoming atmosphere in their classes. In...read more
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Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters is more than a gear store, more than a guide service, more than the sum of its parts. It is the embodiment of all things fly fishing here in the Sierra. The retail shop carries an incredibly complete selection of equipment and supplies, and the folk there can be counted on for up-to-date reports on local fishing conditions. If you're not...read more
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Tahoe Forest Health System's Wellness is a team of health professionals on a mission to educate, inspire and empower the Truckee/Tahoe community to improve their health and well-being. Through prevention, informed self-care, proactive medical care, chronic disease management and lasting lifestyle changes, they help you live your life to its fullest potential. Not only are they a medically based fitness center to help meet your
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Tahoe Gal is a North Shore cruise boat that's so fun and versatile. Offering a diverse and full menu of tours, Tahoe Gal gives the whole family a chance to see the jewel of the Sierra from the bow of a paddleboat. Tours range from a day tour to a sunset excursion, from a full moon or magician cruise to a cruise that celebrates the 4th...read more
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If you are looking for a pro when it comes to finding fun adventure, then check out Tahoe Jack's Adventure Authority. A guided tour, expedition and excursion company, Tahoe Jack's specializes in the South Lake Tahoe area. They have kayaking, rock climbing, hiking, mountain biking, paddleboarding, kiteboarding, wilderness courses, backpacking and night adventures for the summertime. For winter their journeys include snowshoeing, fat bike tours,...read more
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Tahoe Keys Marina is the place for all your boat needs in South Lake Tahoe. With more than three decades of helping recreational boaters, Tahoe Keys Marina continues to supply an array of services including dependable boat rentals, fine dining at Fresh Ketch, yacht tours, private charters, water-skiing instruction and sportfishing charters as well as hot air balloon rides with Lake Tahoe Balloons. The marina...read more
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Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge is for visitors who want their time at Tahoe to really capture the experience of living at the lake. The lodge provides hotel rooms and condos right on the property's private beach with seasonal barbecue grills, a year-round fire pit, beach volleyball and a heated pool and hot tub as amenities. WiFi is available. All of the lodge rooms have a rustic...read more
