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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Discover the hidden gems of South Lake Tahoe with Black Tie Adventure Rentals. Founded by a team of outdoor enthusiasts, Black Tie's motto is to help you explore the region's beauty off the beaten path. Whether you're paddleboarding on Lake Tahoe, catching a breathtaking sunset at Zephyr Cove or cruising along Tahoe's stunning beaches, Black Tie has you covered. They offer convenient delivery of e-bikes,...read more
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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 South Lake Tahoe as well. They call themselves 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...read more
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Blackbird is a new way to look at flying. An airline agent offering seaplane round trips from Palo Alto and Sausalito to Lake Tahoe, this innovative company offers three ways to take flight. The first is like any other airline, allowing you to buy scheduled, individual tickets. Their scheduled fares are reasonably priced, starting at $124 for a ticket from Sausalito to Tahoe. If you...read more
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Take your fitness and fun to the next level! At this full-scale rock-climbing gym, you'll find top rope climbing, lead climbing, autobelays and bouldering, offering something for all ages and abilities. The gym offers day passes, punch passes and memberships. If you are looking for more guidance, they offer private climbing instruction, group bookings and youth programs. In addition to rock climbing, the facility also...read more
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The BluGo public bus service for Tahoe’s South Shore has three lines that provide service on the south end of Lake Tahoe. Route 50 is appropriately named, as it runs almost exclusively on U.S. Highway 50 (which is also Lake Tahoe Boulevard through most of the City of South Lake Tahoe) from the South Y Transit Center through South Lake Tahoe and Stateline to the Kingsbury...read more
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Heavenly has BlueGO shuttles with seven routes on the South Shore to make it as easy as possible for visitors to get on the mountain. The shuttle stops at most of the major hotels and resorts and at all of the Stateline casino resorts. You can tell the Heavenly BlueGO shuttle stops by the distinctive white signs. These seasonal shuttles make pick-ups every half-hour or...read more
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Bluestone Jewelry is no ordinary store. With a selection of more than 80 Tahoe- and mountain-themed pieces, you can always have a bit of Lake Tahoe with you. Or let the designers come up with a unique design just for you. For those wanting to turn an old gem into something new, that, too, is an option. Making the downtown Truckee store even more special...read more
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BlueZone Sports is a premium outdoor gear retailer. Whether on the snow, in the water, on your bike or exploring while camping and hiking, they can help fuel your next adventure. Inspired by the azure blue water of Lake Tahoe, with locations across the Sierra Nevada Mountains, BlueZone Sports was founded on the belief that small, local-based organizations provide more than a product – they...read more
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By foot, Boaters Beach is reached via the same trail system that accesses Chimney Beach, Secret Cove, Whale Beach and Creek Beach. The trailhead starts at the free public parking about 2.6 miles south of Sand Harbor on Highway 28. The hike begins as a steep downhill and then quickly levels off. When it flattens out, take the trail to the left (right will take...read more
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There is no missing Boreal Mountain Resort. Its ski and snowboard runs are visible right off Interstate 80 at the 7,200-foot Donner Summit. It’s also always proud to announce being the first Tahoe-area resort to open each winter. Boreal’s core customers are two-fold: terrain park shredders or those learning to ski or ride. With its modest vertical elevation, Boreal’s managers have dialed in the park...read more
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Bowl Incline has been a favorite family-fun center in Incline Village for more than 55 years, but with a full remodel it's a modern, all-ages paradise of activities, entertainment, food, drinks and more. They have 16 upgraded bowling lanes (with hyper bowling on four lanes) and comfortable settee furniture. The gated, partially covered outdoor patio space with fire pits and heat lamps make this ideal...read more
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When it comes to helping youth learn skills, find empowerment and make something of themselves, the Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe (BGCNLT) is a longstanding place of action. With the mission of inspiring and enabling all youth, especially those in need, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens, BGCNLT brings hope to the Tahoe area. It's a nonprofit...read more
