Zipping across Lake Tahoe on Jet Skis in such a fun thing to do in Tahoe. The water is crystal clear, and on a hot summer day, it just doesn't get much better. Rentals are in close proximity no matter where you are in the area.
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Tahoe Truckee Airport, 10356 Truckee Airport Road, Truckee, CA
Flying above Lake Tahoe, witnessing the vastness of the Sierra unfolding, is one of the most magical experiences in the world. North Tahoe Aviation, based out of Truckee Tahoe Airport, offers unforgettable airplane tours aboard a classic Cessna 180 bush plane, carrying up to three passengers. Flights range from 20 to 60 minutes, showcasing iconic sights such as Emerald Bay, Sand Harbor, Donner Lake, Castle Peak, Palisades Tahoe and the surrounding Sierra Nevada peaks. With more than a decade of mountain flying experience in the Lake Tahoe area and in Alaska, North Tahoe Aviation ensures every flight is safe, professional and memorable.
Flying above Lake Tahoe, witnessing the vastness of the Sierra unfolding, is one of the most magical experiences in the world. North Tahoe Aviation, based out of Truckee Tahoe Airport, offers unforgettable airplane tours aboard a classic Cessna 180 bush plane, carrying up to three passengers. Flights range from 20 to 60 minutes, showcasing iconic sights such as Emerald Bay, Sand Harbor, Donner Lake, Castle Peak,...read more
Flying above Lake Tahoe, witnessing the vastness of the Sierra unfolding, is one of the most...read more
Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
Are you looking for a relaxing adventure for the entire family? One of the favorite family activities in Lake Tahoe is to float the Truckee River. The gentle class two rapids take you from Tahoe City to the River Ranch Restaurant and Lodge at the base of the road going to Alpine Meadows. For those who would like to take the trip on a boat...read more
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Truckee River Regional Park is Truckee's premier opportunity to get to know Mother Nature in a park-like setting. A giant expanse that encompasses the Truckee River and the beautiful scrub land that surrounds her, the park is accentuated by many amenities such as an amphitheater that hosts many fabulous summer shows, an ice rink in the winter and the best disc golf course you are...read more
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One recent trend in creativity is that of makerspaces, places in the community where people can come together and create, explore, learn and invent. They are sometimes described as a community center with tools, and there is a Truckee-Tahoe makerspace in the Roundhouse, located at the airport. The Roundhouse is a nonprofit organization designed to provide a makerspace in a wide range of disciplines and...read more
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Truckee Tahoe Airport plays an active role in the Truckee community serving not only as an aviation resource for pilots and visitors, but also in providing other services such as making meeting space available for community and nonprofit groups and sponsoring guest speakers and lecturers. While the airport provides a wide range of services for those flying in and out of the area, it also...read more
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Each week in the summer months, Truckee locals, residents and businesses come together to celebrate all things local. Live music, vendors, a beer garden, street fair and kids' area bring the historic downtown to life on Thursdays from 5 to 8:30 p.m. from June through August, excluding national holidays. Vendors include artisans, retailers, nonprofit groups and food trucks. There’s also a certified farmers market to...read more
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Truckee Watersports is all about providing a fun day on the water. In this case Stampede Reservoir. It's the same distance from Truckee as Lake Tahoe but doesn't have the crowds, has calmer water, and is warmer. from a boat is simply fabulous. Truckee Watersports is an all-inclusive wakeboard, water ski and wake surf school and club that offers lessons, sessions (a lesson for the more...read more
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If you are looking for a good time with great views, check out TubeTahoe. A new option for tubing in South Lake Tahoe, it has 500-foot-long, groomed lanes that are certain to bring a thrill and a smile. This is a great outing for the entire family and one in which you need no extra equipment; tube rentals are included with each ticket. Although if...read more
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On the UNR Incline Village campus in the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences, UC Davis Tahoe Science Center has interactive exhibits with hands-on activities that explore the science of the Lake Tahoe Basin – its geology, environmental issues, ecological challenges and more. Step aboard the two-thirds-scale model of the UC Davis Research Vessel to learn how scientists investigate and monitor lake quality and clarity. Take...read more
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Uprising Paragliding brings together the expertise of certified paragliding instructors with top-notch paragliding equipment and stunning aerial views of Lake Tahoe. Paragliding gives a special perspective of this amazing region of the world, imparting serenity and stillness as you fly above Tahoe, viewing the full expanse of the High Sierra. Consisting of three experienced instructors, Uprising Paragliding is a complete free flight school. This gives...read more
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Valhalla Tahoe shares an appreciation for the historical heritage and natural beauty of the Tallac Historic Site with visitors from all over the world. The historic Boathouse Theatre provides a stage for artistic presentations, concerts and plays. Valhalla Tahoe is a nonprofit organization operating in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service to preserve Tahoe Heritage through restoration, arts, music, theatre and celebrations. In addition to...read more
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The Van Sickle Bi-State Park is all about bringing visitors even closer to Tahoe nature. As the only park in the country with an entrance that straddles a state line, the site is close enough to the bright lights of the famous South Tahoe casinos that tourists can walk to the park from the resorts. The trail system in the park caters to hikers, mountain...read more
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Vikingsholm is Tahoe's hidden castle, famed for its elegant stone and woodwork and dramatic natural landscape. Construction of this masterpiece of Scandinavian architecture began in 1929 and was completed in 1932. Owner Lora J. Knight hosted many friends and family there until her death in 1945. This historical property is situated at the head of Emerald Bay and across from Fannette Island. During summer, parking...
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