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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Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park is your best bet for winter camping. Also open with a larger selection of sites in the summer, the park is positioned to take advantage of both the beautiful natural setting of Lake Tahoe and the historic aspects. Within the park is access to the Hellman-Ehrmann Mansion that was built in 1903. The property is still exquisitely maintained and is an excellent representation of the wealthy side of Tahoe. Tours are offered during the summer by Sierra State Parks Foundation (sierrastateparks.org). There are various trailheads, swimming beaches and great fishing within the park as well as a Nature Center that helps visitors identify the local flora and fauna. In the winter the foundation hosts full moon snowshoe expeditions, and this is a great place for sledding and snowshoeing. Dogs are allowed on leash only. Visitors should remember to pack it in, pack it out and leave no trace. An entrance fee is charged.
Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park is your best bet for winter camping. Also open with a larger selection of sites in the summer, the park is positioned to take advantage of both the beautiful natural setting of Lake Tahoe and the historic aspects. Within the park is access to the Hellman-Ehrmann Mansion that was built in 1903. The property is still exquisitely maintained...read more
Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park is your best bet for winter camping. Also...read more
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Many people have included skydiving on their bucket list, but if you are going to jump out of an airplane, why not do it over some of the most beautiful scenery in the world? Skydive Truckee Tahoe provides the opportunity to fly over the Tahoe region and then freefall above it all, finally parachuting down to the ground below. Very little experience or preparation is...read more
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Skylandia is a gorgeous, 24-acre state park that offers a multitude of amenities. Situated a mile and a half from Tahoe City, Skylandia offers both a grass park area complete with grills, picnic tables, paved trails and public bathrooms as well as a sand beach that offers leisurely walks with views that look up the lake toward Mount Tallac and South Lake Tahoe. The park...read more
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Snoventures is a fabulous place for families and those new to the mountain atmosphere. In a zone specifically set up for beginners, Snoventures offers tubing, beginning skiing and a private lodge complete with a fire pit and hot chocolate. The two different sizes of tubes for adults and kids. There's also a carpet-style escalator that takes people up to the top, making tubing that much...read more
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There are plenty of ski resorts catering to adults, so how does a small-mountain operation established back in the day survive? It caters to kids. Soda Springs Mountain Resort is all about families and snow. You won’t find a single double black diamond run or super pipe here. How about snow-tubing carousels, snow volcanoes and a mini-snowmobile track, you ask? Check, check and check. Soda...read more
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Just over the hill from South Lake Tahoe toward Kirkwood in Hope Valley is Sorensen’s Resort. Imagine a rustic inn with a B&B vibe and a nice range of lodging options. Sorensen’s has a great restaurant, a wood-fired sauna and acres and acres of high-country wilderness to explore. The resort puts you within spitting distance of all sorts of backcountry recreation, from fishing and hiking...read more
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SoulShine Massage and Wellness is a collective of healers coming together to offer a healthier way of life through the modalities of massage and acupuncture as well as other forms of healing. Sharing the welcoming space of Mountain Freak Boutique, the unified arena is a place of reaching one's best self and fullest potential.
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When it comes to creating a great product, it all comes down to passion. And that is exactly what owners Chris and Nicole Smith have put into their creation of South Lake Brewing Company. Built on the admiration of both the area and the taste of excellent handcrafted beer, the warmth and welcoming atmosphere of South Lake Brewing Company brings to reality what Lake Tahoe...read more
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South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena is a 365-day, year-round facility offering fun on a full-size regulation NHL ice rink. The arena gives opportunity for locals and visitors to enjoy hockey and figure skating while at the same time offering lessons in both endeavors to increase one's ability. They also have ample room for private parties and get-togethers. In addition to ice skating in both forms,...read more
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South Shore Bikes, located just a few blocks from the bike path leading to all the local beaches, is a full-service bike shop including sales, rentals and expert repairs. They offer e-bikes, mountain bikes, road bikes and cruisers for rent and have Fox-certified mechanics for expert repairs and tune-ups. Established in 1991, the owner has three decades of experience in the biking industry.
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A seasonal water taxi runs along the South Shore of Lake Tahoe in the summer, from Camp Richardson on the west to Round Hill Pines on the east, with a stop available at the Lakeside Beach along the way. Each one-way trip takes about an hour, and you can bring your bike along at no extra charge. The first trip of the day leaves from...read more
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South Tahoe Standup Paddle is a family-owned local business offering top paddleboard equipment and service to residents and visitors. With rentals, lessons and guided tours around Lake Tahoe, South Tahoe Standup Paddle brings together the best for those who want to experience the tranquility of standup paddleboarding on the clear, sparkling waters of Tahoe. All equipment needed is included in rentals. Their lessons range in...read more
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Spa Edgewood at Edgewood Tahoe Resort expertly balances the personalized service and curated design of a boutique spa with the services, facilities and top-notch products expected of a world-class resort. Awarded four stars in 2023 by Forbes Travel Guide, the spa features an ever-expanding range of quality wellness offerings for those seeking all-encompassing relaxation and rejuvenation in a luxurious mountain-modern atmosphere.read more
