It’s winter, the snow is falling and nothing will do but to slap those apparatuses onto your feet and get out there! Lake Tahoe skiing calls! If you live here or area frequent visitor, you know how epic this place is for winter sports. Beyond Tahoe skiing, there’s snowboarding, cross-country, sledding, snowshoeing, tubing, sleigh rides and more. Our Lake Tahoe ski resorts welcome thousands of winter enthusiasts every year, as do the hotels, rental homes and B&Bs. It’s a winter wonderland here with an average snowfall of 125 inches at lake level and 300 to 500 inches at the Tahoe ski resorts. That’s a whole lot of the white stuff! To put it in perspective, at the highest amount, that’s almost 42 feet of snow. If you’re an avid skier, you inevitably arrive with all your own gear. But if you’re new to the sport or need an equipment upgrade, you’ll be happy to discover the Lake Tahoe ski rental businesses. They can supply most everything you need, from the correct skis or boards to match your body to clothing to keep you warm (and trendy!) on the mountain to accessories such as goggles to assure your eyes don’t get snow blindness. Since you can typically enjoy Lake Tahoe skiing from early fall to late May or early June, you have plenty of time to perfect your skills!
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If visiting Lake Tahoe in the summer, a great place to camp is Emerald Bay State Park. The park includes two campgrounds: the Boat-In Camp (accessible by boat and foot only) and Eagle Point Campground. Within the park are various treasures including Tahoe's hidden castle, Vikingsholm, the scenic Rubicon foot trail that connects Eagle Point Campground with Vikingsholm and DL Bliss State Park. The park also encompasses Fanette Island, the only island of Lake Tahoe. The park extends below the surface of the lake, where visitors will find a historical story book of days gone by in the form of sunken barges, ships and launches. The park closes down in the winter, though people are able to walk the mile-long, steep trail to Vikingsholm Castle to enjoy the grounds and beaches. The trail can be a bit treacherous in winter if snowy or icy. Visitors should remember to pack it in and pack it out and to leave no trace.
If visiting Lake Tahoe in the summer, a great place to camp is Emerald Bay State Park. The park includes two campgrounds: the Boat-In Camp (accessible by boat and foot only) and Eagle Point Campground. Within the park are various treasures including Tahoe's hidden castle, Vikingsholm, the scenic Rubicon foot trail that connects Eagle Point Campground with Vikingsholm and DL Bliss State Park. The park...read more
If visiting Lake Tahoe in the summer, a great place to camp is Emerald Bay...read more
Palisades Tahoe | Alpine Meadows
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If you're in Palisades Tahoe in summer and would like to enjoy a little roller skating, then check out the Olympic-size former ice rink at High Camp, located at the top of the cable car. The tram (or cable car, as it can be called) takes you swiftly to High Camp, where the Olympic Ice Pavilion and rentals await you. The rink is available for...read more
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If you are suffering from an injury or illness, Dr. Stephenie Riley can help you recover to full health. As a person who puts actions behind her beliefs, she understands the importance and benefits of eating well, living well and being well. As a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine specializing in environmental medicine that looks at the impact of our environment on our health, she is...read more
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High Sierra Water Ski School began operations in 1978, creating a highly respected reputation that carries on today. The level of instruction and deep knowledge of the sports accelerate any person’s learning curve. They offer lessons in a multitude of fun water activities, including waterskiing, wake boarding, wake surfing, wake skating and paddleboarding. In addition to lessons, they also rent power boats, Jet Skis, canoes,...read more
Hiking in Lake Tahoe is one of the truly special ways to experience and take in all of the beauty that the area has to offer. Plus, there are hundreds of trail networks to explore throughout the basin. From sweat-dripping, big-elevation-gain hikes that take you deep into the wilderness to road-shot mellow hikes that offer exceptional views but do little as far as elevation increase,...read more
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With just 280 steps from the lift to the lake, skiing and riding at Homewood Mountain Resort offers some of the most iconic and unobstructed views of Lake Tahoe. With more than 1,260 acres, Homewood’s terrain ranges from smooth groomers and hidden tree stashes to wide-open bowls and offers something for skiers and riders of all ability levels. Its community-oriented vibe also lends to a...read more
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Hooked Up Sport Fishing gives visitors and locals a go at hooking a big Lake Tahoe fish. Focusing on mackinaw, rainbow and brown trout as well as Kokanee salmon, Hooked Up Sport Fishing provides a full-day excursion to catch the fish of your dreams. Their 2006 24-foot Trophy Fishing Boat provides a comfortable ride for four guests as well as the gear needed like Scotty...read more
Bally's Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
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Alongside the main gaming floor in Bally's Lake Tahoe Casino Resort is HQ Center Bar. The bar circles a fire pit and creates an oasis of calm in the midst of the casino frenzy, although you can play video poker there if you like. The best times to hit it are early or late because it can get a little crowded during the peak party times....read more
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
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Nestled in the Sierra Nevada on the shore of Lake Tahoe, Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino is a year-round destination with something for everyone. Their lodging includes 374 guest rooms and 24 lakeside cottages with fireplaces. Five restaurants, bars and lounges occupy the 26 acres, including fine dining on the lake and a floating pier with a bar. The 24-hour casino has...read more
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
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In the lobby of the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort is the Hyatt Sport Shop. This is your go-to place for a day on the mountain during the winter. Rent skis, snowboards, boots, poles and helmets here. It's open to hotel guests and everyone else.read more
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Incline Skate Park, at the east end of Southwood Boulevard just down from Highway 28, is free and open to the public. The park features an intermediate/advanced section consisting of two 5-foot-tall side-by-side bowls, connected with a spine in the middle. In the middle of the park is a 3-foot-tall fun box, and the entire right side of the small end is a 2.5-foot-tall bowl for beginners. Around...read more
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The Incline Village Cinema harks back to the days of theaters with one big screen, making it a relic in this day and age of overblown multiplexes. They show one first-run movie at a time. Text MOVIE to (775) 277-6069 to get the latest schedule. Just shy of 300 seats, the theater is heated in the winter and cooled in the summer. All your favorites...read more
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The 37,000-square-foot Incline Village Recreation Center has fitness classes and activities for people of all ages from babies to seniors. There are a variety of membership options to choose from. If you want to work out, you’ll find a cardiovascular room and strength area decked out with a wide variety of equipment. The 25-yard indoor pool has eight lanes for lap swim, open swim, swim...read more
