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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12219 Business Park Drive, Suite 6, Truckee, CA
Black Tie specializes in premium ski and snowboard rentals delivered straight to your door. That means no standing in long lines or trying on boots in a crowded rental facility. With locations in all the top ski destinations in North America, it’s no surprise that Black Tie Ski Delivery brings the top gear to North Lake Tahoe as well. This Truckee-based location of Black Tie Ski Delivery serves North Lake Tahoe resorts including Northstar, Alpine Meadows, Palisades Tahoe, Sugar Bowl and in the Sierra Nevada range north and west of Lake Tahoe. Black Tie calls itself a ski concierge, meaning the staff sets its customers up from head to toe with helmets, goggles, outerwear, boots and skis – all custom-fitted in your hotel room, condo or ski lease. When you’re all done, they’ll swing by and pick up the gear. What if those boots you started out with are killing your feet? Black Tie will head up to the slopes and get you back out on the snow with new gear. Call or make your reservation online and they will come to you.
Black Tie specializes in premium ski and snowboard rentals delivered straight to your door. That means no standing in long lines or trying on boots in a crowded rental facility. With locations in all the top ski destinations in North America, it’s no surprise that Black Tie Ski Delivery brings the top gear to North Lake Tahoe as well. This Truckee-based location of Black Tie...read more
Black Tie specializes in premium ski and snowboard rentals delivered straight to your door. That...read more
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10500 Brockway Road, Truckee, CA
One of the treasures of winter is the pleasure of ice skating. In Truckee there is a fabulous family-focused ice rink that comes with the flurries of snowfall at the Truckee River Regional Park. Although not regulation in size, Truckee Ice Rink offers a great array of activities on the ice. From public ice-skating sessions (complete with rentals) to ice-skating lessons for young and old, the outdoor arena is a place that encourages smiles. Visit tdrpd.org/icerink for more information.
One of the treasures of winter is the pleasure of ice skating. In Truckee there is a fabulous family-focused ice rink that comes with the flurries of snowfall at the Truckee River Regional Park. Although not regulation in size, Truckee Ice Rink offers a great array of activities on the ice. From public ice-skating sessions (complete with rentals) to ice-skating lessons for young and old,...read more
One of the treasures of winter is the pleasure of ice skating. In Truckee there...read more
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3039 Highway 89, Olympic Valley, CA
One of the greatest ways to see Lake Tahoe is via bicycle. With miles of dirt trails, bike routes and paved roads, there is fun to be had no matter what your age or athletic ability. To help make this outdoor activity simple, Truckee River Bikes is conveniently located at the corner of Highway 89 and the entrance to Olympic Valley. From cruisers to high-level mountain bikes, they have a huge assortment of bikes for rent. The shop also offers bike sales as well as access to some of the best bike mechanics Lake Tahoe has to offer.
One of the greatest ways to see Lake Tahoe is via bicycle. With miles of dirt trails, bike routes and paved roads, there is fun to be had no matter what your age or athletic ability. To help make this outdoor activity simple, Truckee River Bikes is conveniently located at the corner of Highway 89 and the entrance to Olympic Valley. From cruisers to high-level...read more
One of the greatest ways to see Lake Tahoe is via bicycle. With miles of...read more
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10981 Truckee Way, Truckee, CA
Take a look around and it’s clear that Truckee is a special town: history, mountains, lakes, river and forests. But there are many hidden gems known mostly to locals. Those gems are kept shining by the Truckee-Donner Recreation & Park District for the enjoyment of locals and visitors. Some of the amenities and facilities managed by the district are accessible for free, others for a fee. The district has deservedly received awards for its facilities, from the nine-hole Ponderosa Golf Course and an ice rink in winter to super-kid-friendly West End Beach and the public piers on Donner Lake. The crown jewel is the 40,000-square-foot Community Recreation Center with, among other things, a two-court gymnasium, a state-of-the-art indoor aquatics center, an indoor running track, exercise equipment, two climbing walls (one is 29 feet tall) and a state-of-the-art aquatics center. Want to find Truckee’s soul? Check out the bike park at Riverview Sports Park and the popular disc golf course and skate park in Regional Park. Be sure to explore all of Truckee-Donner Recreation & Park District's programming and facilities that continue to provide a wide variety of recreational opportunities in the Truckee area.
Take a look around and it’s clear that Truckee is a special town: history, mountains, lakes, river and forests. But there are many hidden gems known mostly to locals. Those gems are kept shining by the Truckee-Donner Recreation & Park District for the enjoyment of locals and visitors. Some of the amenities and facilities managed by the district are accessible for free, others for a fee. The...read more
Take a look around and it’s clear that Truckee is a special town: history, mountains,...read more
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1 Valhalla Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA
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 hosting performances in the Boathouse and celebrations in the Grand Hall, Valhalla Tahoe curates a small Art Gallery in one if the historic cabins on the property, and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the artists. A fun aspect of the Tallac Historic Site is that there are paved paths linking the various buildings with self-guided interpretive signs. Valhalla Tahoe holds public events June through September; check out their website for a full schedule.
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
Valhalla Tahoe shares an appreciation for the historical heritage and natural beauty of the Tallac...read more
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Sawmill Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Explore the untouched meadows and woodlands of Washoe Meadows State Park, offering serene trails and breathtaking views at the base of Echo Summit's escarpment. Named in tribute to Native Americans who thrived here for millennia, the park remains undeveloped, preserving its raw beauty. Enjoy dog-friendly trails while abiding by leash regulations. As a part of the Sierra State Park Foundation, please lend a hand and help keep this treasured part of our heritage cleaner than you found it.
Explore the untouched meadows and woodlands of Washoe Meadows State Park, offering serene trails and breathtaking views at the base of Echo Summit's escarpment. Named in tribute to Native Americans who thrived here for millennia, the park remains undeveloped, preserving its raw beauty. Enjoy dog-friendly trails while abiding by leash regulations. As a part of the Sierra State Park Foundation, please lend a hand and help...read more
Explore the untouched meadows and woodlands of Washoe Meadows State Park, offering serene trails and...read more
Truckee-Donner Recreation & Park District
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15962 South Shore Drive, Truckee, CA
Lake Tahoe, 15 minutes away, gets all the attention, but Truckee has a gem of its own: Donner Lake. While not as big and broad as Big Blue, Donner Lake offers up a good bit of watery fun too. One of the best places to access Donner is West End Beach. In summer months, there is a modest admission fee to enter the 10-acre west end area, but the sandy beach and roped-off, kid-friendly swim area is the place to take youngsters to build sand castles and splash in the water all under the watch of life guards. Operated by the Truckee Donner Park and Recreation Department, West End Beach also has paddleboards, kayaks and pedal boats available to rent. There is plenty of fun on the beach area: two playgrounds for kids to get their kicks on, a sand volleyball court, tennis court and horseshoe pits. A snack bar serves up soft drinks, hot dogs and ice cream. Get there early and stake out a picnic table and grill. There are shady group picnic areas available by reservation.
Lake Tahoe, 15 minutes away, gets all the attention, but Truckee has a gem of its own: Donner Lake. While not as big and broad as Big Blue, Donner Lake offers up a good bit of watery fun too. One of the best places to access Donner is West End Beach. In summer months, there is a modest admission fee to enter the 10-acre west...read more
Lake Tahoe, 15 minutes away, gets all the attention, but Truckee has a gem of...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
