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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12593 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA
History buffs, campers, cyclists, hikers and those who love their water sports will find Donner Memorial State Park the perfect place for either a visit or an extended stay. The Donner name is a nod to the story of the snow-stranded emigrants and their ill-fated wagon train in the winter of 1846–47. One part of the forlorn pioneer group made camp near Donner Lake, now site of the state park, during record-breaking snowfall. Now visitors can go to Donner Memorial State Park and check out the new $6.6 million visitor center/museum that chronicles the Donner Party and the human and natural history of the region. During summer season the park has 142 spaces for car, RV and tent camping. There is also a concessionaire renting water-sport toys from kayaks and SUPs to two-seater personal watercraft. Being a state park in the Sierra, everything is surrounded by beautiful pines and plenty of hiking and biking in adjacent Cold Stream Canyon and swimming in the kid-friendly canal and China Cove. Depending on snowfall, a cross-country ski trail is groomed through the park, which is also a great place for snowshoeing. An entrance fee is charged.
History buffs, campers, cyclists, hikers and those who love their water sports will find Donner Memorial State Park the perfect place for either a visit or an extended stay. The Donner name is a nod to the story of the snow-stranded emigrants and their ill-fated wagon train in the winter of 1846–47. One part of the forlorn pioneer group made camp near Donner Lake, now site...read more
History buffs, campers, cyclists, hikers and those who love their water sports will find Donner...read more
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One way for almost every person to explore Tahoe Donner’s nearly 3,500 acres of open space mountain scenery is on horseback via more than 100 km of trails. Located at the Alder Creek Adventure Center, Tahoe Donner’s Equestrian Center typically offers a variety of guided rides for members of the homeowners association, their guests and the public during the summer months. Riders enjoy trails that meander...read more
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Tahoe Donner offers scores of amenities to its homeowner members, and the crown jewel is its 18-hole championship golf course. What makes this mountain course even more special is that it’s also open to the public. Set on 200 acres of high-elevation, pine-shrouded beauty, the 7002-yard, par 72 course is open from early summer to fall. Tahoe Donner has a driving range and offers group and private lessons from...read more
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Nothing creates family winter memories like sliding downhill on a sled or tube. It doesn’t matter if you’re a kid or a kid at heart – Tahoe Donner Snowplay offers fun for everyone. For parents who want their kids to experience all that winter has to offer, Snowplay is the perfect place to make snow angels, build snowmen, have snowball fights and much more.
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Tahoe Flow Arts and Fitness is a beautiful coming together of yoga, aerial arts, dance and fitness. In this healing place that inspires one's best self to shine, participants are encouraged to connect in a deeper, more meaningful way through flowing movement. All the teachers and instructors inspire a loving, compassionate connection with body, heart and soul, allowing a welcoming atmosphere in their classes. In...read more
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Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters is more than a gear store, more than a guide service, more than the sum of its parts. It is the embodiment of all things fly fishing here in the Sierra. The retail shop carries an incredibly complete selection of equipment and supplies, and the folk there can be counted on for up-to-date reports on local fishing conditions. If you're not...read more
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Tahoe Forest Health System, which includes Tahoe Forest Hospital in Truckee and Incline Village Community Hospital in Incline Village offers 24-hour emergency care, primary and specialty healthcare clinics including Tahoe Forest Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Commission on Cancer (COC) accredited cancer center, the Gene Upshaw Memorial Tahoe Forest Cancer Center, the Joseph Family Center for Women and Newborn Care and the Tahoe Forest Primary Care...read more
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Tahoe Gal is a North Shore cruise boat that's so fun and versatile. Offering a diverse and full menu of tours, Tahoe Gal gives the whole family a chance to see the jewel of the Sierra from the bow of a paddleboat. Tours range from a day tour to a sunset excursion, from a full moon or magician cruise to a cruise that celebrates the 4th...read more
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If you are looking for a pro when it comes to finding fun adventure, then check out Tahoe Jack's Adventure Authority. A guided tour, expedition and excursion company, Tahoe Jack's specializes in the South Lake Tahoe area. They have kayaking, rock climbing, hiking, mountain biking, paddleboarding, kiteboarding, wilderness courses, backpacking and night adventures for the summertime. For winter their journeys include snowshoeing, fat bike tours,...read more
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Tahoe Keys Marina is the place for all your boat needs in South Lake Tahoe. With more than three decades of helping recreational boaters, Tahoe Keys Marina continues to supply an array of services including dependable boat rentals, fine dining at Fresh Ketch, yacht tours, private charters, water-skiing instruction and sportfishing charters as well as hot air balloon rides with Lake Tahoe Balloons. The marina...read more
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Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge is for visitors who want their time at Tahoe to really capture the experience of living at the lake. The lodge provides hotel rooms and condos right on the property's private beach with seasonal barbecue grills, a year-round fire pit, beach volleyball and a heated pool and hot tub as amenities. WiFi is available. All of the lodge rooms have a rustic...read more
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Lake Tahoe is rich in maritime heritage, and this became a main focus in the mid-1980s for a handful of people who created a nonprofit to help increase the knowledge of this important aspect of the area. This grew into a 5,600-square-foot museum that showcases the various aspects of how Lake Tahoe and maritime interaction has been a key player in the creation of the...read more
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Tahoe Massage and Bodywork, LLC is the creation of Sheree Ganske. Her expansive knowledge of hands-on healing and intuitive touch has led many locals and visitors alike to a healthier, happier state. Sheree runs her business solo, so it is imperative to call prior for an appointment. Her massages are enhanced with a heated massage table, organic botanical oils and the healing properties of aromatherapy...read more
