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
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Near the base of Kingsbury Grade on the Carson Valley side of the mountain is a resort that takes full advantage of the area's geothermal properties. 1862 David Walley's Hot Springs Resort boasts five natural hot springs pools, two outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. Fine dining is offered at the 1862 Restaurant and Saloon, and a quick breakfast or lunch can be found...read more
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If you want to tackle the Tahoe trails or put in some time on the lake, you’ll get the most from your outing if you're in good physical shape. A Santé Fitness can help you get and stay physically fit. They’ve got 9,000 square feet of space conveniently located in Tahoe City and offer a wide range of equipment, including free weights, cardio and more. Classes...read more
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A Santé Lakeside Fitness is the largest gym on the north Lake Tahoe shore from Homewood to Kings Beach. With a full gym, designated room for group fitness classes like spinning, yoga and pole dancing as well as a room for stretching, A Santé gives options for keeping yourself fit and ready for all Tahoe has to offer. A Santé is focused on the visitor...read more
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If you’re thinking of heading to Truckee-Tahoe and hitting the developed, lift-assisted mountain biking park or riding the sweet flow trails, or if you want to hit one of the many technical singletrack trails in the region and want to either develop or expand your bike-handling skills, contact the folks at A Singletrack Mind. These professional mountain bike fanatics want to pass on their knowledge...read more
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Action Watersports provides Lake Tahoe visitors with top-of-the-line watersports activities including parasailing, boat rentals, Jet Ski rentals, sailboat/yacht cruises, kayaks and standup paddleboards. They are also home to Lake Tahoe’s only Water Taxi. You will find Action Watersports locations at several sites across the south half of the lake, from Timber Cove and Lakeside Marina to Round Hill Pines and Camp Richardson. Check the specific location to see...read more
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Adrenaline Connection's mission is simple: to rent you anything your mom said not to do. What does that mean exactly? To put it more bluntly, Adrenaline Connection wants to get you pumped off of speed. Whether it comes through dirt bikes or snowmobiles, ATVs or Jet Skis, boats or any other type of performance rental, Adrenaline Connection has you covered when it comes to high excitement....read more
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Owned and operated by a true Tahoe local, Adrift Tahoe carries the leading brands of standup paddleboards for sale or rent. The beach is just outside Adrift's back door, so you can walk your rental or potential purchase right out to the sand and launch into the lake for a test drive or a day’s journey. Adrift also rents canoes and kayaks and stocks all...read more
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Adventure Mountain Lake Tahoe is a full-service tubing and snow play destination at 7,400 feet above the city of South Lake Tahoe. Multiple tubing lanes allow for continuous fun, and night tubing is always a hit. For those wanting to make snowmen or have a snowball fight, there is plenty of room to do that as well. The Mountainside Café is a great way to get...read more
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Alder Creek Adventure Center sits at a gateway to Tahoe Donner’s 60+ mile trail system. During the summer, the center is home to Tahoe Donner’s Equestrian Center and Bikeworks, where mountain bikes can be rented to explore Tahoe Donner’s vast open space. Guided rides and private lessons are also available. After a morning of adventuring, come in and enjoy Alder Creek Cafe’s bar, outdoor seating...read more
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There is nothing like adventure to fuel your appetite, so what could be more appropriate than a cafe located right inside the Alder Creek Adventure Center in the heart of Tahoe Donner? And it gets even better, because the food is not only yummy, but also healthy, with locally sourced ingredients and an adventurous theme. Their focus is on grab-n-go breakfast and lunch items to...
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If you are looking for a place to express your creative side, All Fired Up at The Hot Spot can help. A sanctuary for creation in the form of pottery painting, candle making, mosaics, succulent gardens, canvas painting and even slime making, All Fired Up at The Hot Spot offers the space to let your imagination shine. All ages and artistic abilities are invited to play....read more
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Hidden in Incline Village you’ll find a little bit of Hawaii in the high mountains. The licensed professionals at Aloha Spa Tahoe perform different styles of massage, body scrubs, wraps, facials and waxing as well as other services and treatments, all with a hint of aloha. Aloha Spa Tahoe is welcoming with its sunny front lobby. The spa has two waiting areas, five treatment rooms,...read more
