Kayaking or canoeing around Lake Tahoe might be the best way to experience Big Blue, and it's certainly one of the most popular things to do in Tahoe. Follow the 72-mile trail that takes you around the lake at a pace where you can really experience the environment. Kayak and canoe rental businesses are readily found all around the area.
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Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
7320 River Road, Olympic Valley, CA
Lake Tahoe has only one outflow – the Truckee River. And for 25 years IRIE Rafting Company has given visitors a close-up view of the waterway as well as the region's north and middle forks of the American River and the Carson River. For those wanting to stay closer to Truckee, IRIE offers half- and full-day trips on the Truckee River after it flows past the town of Truckee. There is ideal paddling to be had for a range of ages and abilities as well as some thrilling rapids as the river runs down into the Truckee River Gorge. IRIE transports guests to and from Truckee to the put-in and take-out points on the river and provides helmets, personal flotation vests and paddles. Expect a two-hour trip that will be perfect for the whole family. By the way, IRIE stands for Isolated Rivers, Incredible Experiences.
Lake Tahoe has only one outflow – the Truckee River. And for 25 years IRIE Rafting Company has given visitors a close-up view of the waterway as well as the region's north and middle forks of the American River and the Carson River. For those wanting to stay closer to Truckee, IRIE offers half- and full-day trips on the Truckee River after it flows past...read more
Lake Tahoe has only one outflow – the Truckee River. And for 25 years IRIE...read more
Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
Whether you call it by its historic name of Connolly Beach, its more common name of Timber Cove Beach or its proposed name of Beach at Beach Retreat, this is a nice beach that is practically in the middle of town. Restaurants are steps away, and water equipment rentals are available in summer. It may look to visitors as if the beach is for hotels...read more
Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
Timber Cove Marina is a centrally located marina in South Lake Tahoe. The marina has a multitude of offerings including accommodations at the Tahoe Beach Retreat & Lodge and dining opportunities at The Tavern, Boathouse on the Pier and the Tiki Hut & Beach Club. There are water toys like boats, Jet Skis, kayaks and paddleboard rentals available with Action Watersports as well as cabanas,...read more
Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
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
Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
Waterman's Landing is a place of gathering, delicious food and adventure on the shores of Lake Tahoe. A collective of local businesses as well as a small cafe, this year-round hotspot is nestled on Patton Landing Beach. With easy access to Lake Tahoe, Waterman's Landing provides kayak and paddleboard tours and lessons as well as rentals of paddleboards, kayaks, canoes and other water toys. With...read more
Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
Those staying on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe can rent fun, non-motorized outdoor toys at West Shore Sports. In the summer they provide rentals for bikes, paddleboards and kayaks. In the winter the store transitions into giving customers a chance to play on snow with downhill skis, snowboards, cross-country skis and snow shoes. West Shore Sports offers a delivery service to make things even...read more
Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
Willard's Sports Shop is a true local business. Owned and operated by a longtime Tahoe family, the Willards, it's obvious when being helped by one of the family members or staff that they truly do care. In addition to all winter gear, they carry high-quality down jackets, street wear, gloves, hats, goggles, eyewear and clothing created by local businesses. In the summer, the shop transitions...read more
Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
Zephyr Cove Beach is a lively, easy-access and pay-for-parking beach that offers visitors plenty of recreational choices. Not only can beachgoers go parasailing and rent power boats, water skis, tubes, wakeboards, knee boards, Jet skis, canoes, kayaks and paddle boats, but they can also board a paddlewheeler for a cruise to Emerald Bay. Zephyr Cove Beach offers two dining options, including the Sunset Bar and...read more
