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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Chimney Beach, a little off the beaten path on the East Shore of Lake Tahoe, is a favorite for locals. Usually less crowded than the more commercial beaches, Chimney has a curving shoreline and large boulders that form a peninsula out into the water that creates a small cove. Besides the main beach, featuring its namesake chimney (all that remains of a long-gone cabin), Chimney...read more
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Christophel's Guide Service is your direct in for fishing Donner Lake, Boca and Stampede Reservoir. Having the inside scoop for the local mackinaw, Kokanee salmon and rainbow trout, owner and operator Marc lives in Truckee and knows where the fish are and when they are biting. Guiding intimate groups of up to three people, Marc is renowned for landing story-worthy catches. The tours are upon...read more
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Chuck's Charter Fishing is a direct route to more than 40 years of know-how when it comes to catching the biggest fish in Lake Tahoe. Complete with all the amenities, Chuck's outings take place on a 28-foot Baha Cruiser that boasts a fully enclosed cabin, an on-board restroom, a huge fishing deck and a personalized iPod station. The boat comfortably accommodates six passengers. The three- to...read more
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One of Truckee’s hidden gems sits atop Donner Summit at 7,000 feet. Clair Tappaan Lodge was constructed in 1934 by Sierra Club volunteers, and, just like Donner Summit itself, the rest is history. The stunningly rustic mountain lodge offers accommodations for up to 145 guests, many of whom are cross-country skiers and snowshoers in winter and hikers, rock climbers and cyclists in summer. The lodge...read more
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One of the magical aspects to Lake Tahoe is the clarity of her water. With shorelines reminiscent of the tropics, Lake Tahoe is blessed with a lovely ranges of blues and turquoise that are hard to find elsewhere. To celebrate this fact, Clearly Tahoe is taking their guided kayak trips to the next level with transparent kayaks. Specializing in providing unique, luxurious guided excursions, Clearly...read more
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Clearwater Facial Studio & Wax Bar is a salon offering a full array of services in facials, waxing, spray tanning and makeup. Its facials range from a Clearwater custom facial that lasts 60 minutes to a refresh facial for a quick 30 minutes. It also offers craniosacral massage, and the waxing services include all body parts as well as Brazilian bikini waxing. Clearwater is the...read more
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Coalition Snow is a woman-owned, online boutique shopping experience that is dedicated to amplifying the skills and strengths of women on the mountain. For nearly 10 years these local women have been crafting their own top-of-the-line skis and snowboards, created with the belief that women's skis should be based on performance. But this is more than an online ski shop. They also publish Sisu Magazine,...read more
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Coldstream Adventures is your ticket to amazing snowmobiling fun in the Lake Tahoe wilderness. Whether a beginner or advanced rider, Coldstream Adventures offers exciting two-hour excursions that are sure to bring smiles to everyone's faces. Beyond their regular tours they also offer excursions for corporate events, team-building exercises and wedding proposal planning. They also offer kid adventures for children ages 6 and older, complete with...read more
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Commons Beach is the community beach area and park for Tahoe City. A large grass space, public bathrooms, a children's outdoor jungle gym and swings as well as a paved bike path that leads to Meeks Bay and Squaw Valley make up the park portion of Commons Beach. Beyond the grass is a large sandy beach that frames Lake Tahoe. This is an excellent swimming...read more
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Concerts at Commons Beach is a great evening outing for all ages and families. A grass amphitheater and beach host hundreds of people for this free, weekly summer concert series put on by the town of Tahoe City. Each Sunday's performances brings new music to the scene; sometimes it's salsa, other times the beat of jazz, bluegrass or country that gets the people dancing. Bands...read more
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Coon Street Dog Beach and Boat Launch is in Kings Beach. Situated at the corner of Coon Street and Highway 28, this rocky public beach is option for both putting a boat in the water and for walking your dog. Dogs must be on a leash of 6-foot or shorter and in your control at all times. There are shaded picnic tables, public bathrooms and parking for regular cars as...read more
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If this Truckee landmark's marquee is a tad confusing, it’s understandable: Lit up at night above downtown in glowing red letters is a can’t-miss sign — HILLTOP LODGE. But if someone suggests having dinner and drinks at Cottonwood you’ll still aim for those neon lights. The Hilltop Lodge sign sits atop Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar, which is perched on one of California’s original ski hills...read more