Lake Tahoe Winter Activities

Granlibakken Tahoe is tucked away in the forested hills framing Lake Tahoe. Located just a few minutes from Tahoe City, Granlibakken is a resort center that invokes the meaning of quaint hospitality while at the same time offering a plethora of options to create the perfect vacation. From a fine dining restaurant that serves culinary art to a conference center that holds annual events such as the Granlibakken's Women's Wellness Weekend, from its own private tiny ski area to a full-service spa complete with yoga classes, Granlibakken Tahoe strives to fill each guest's request. The adjoining ski area has a poma lift and rope tow for guests in the winter and then transfers over to a ropes course area in the summer. There are also tennis courts on property as well as fantastic hiking leaving directly from the resort.

As one of the most recently refurnished resorts at South Shore, the casino floor of the Hard Rock is a feast for the senses. Rich and vibrant without being garish, buzzing with activity without being overwhelming, the gaming area offers some 500 video poker and slot machines as well as two dozen table games including blackjack, craps, roulette and pokers such as Ultimate Texas Hold 'em, three card poker and pai gow. The race and sports book is presented in partnership with Nevada's powerhouse sports book company, William Hill, and was recently presented with a top honor by one of the industry magazines. True to Hard Rock fashion, there are multiple options for rocking nightlife as well, with their intimate venue, Vinyl as well as a stage that hosts many big names.

The 37,000-square-foot Incline Village Recreation Center has fitness classes and activities for people of all ages, from babies to seniors. You can drop in for the day or get a membership by the week, month or year for yourself or your family. If you want to work out, you’ll find a cardiovascular room and strength area decked out with the latest equipment. The 25-yard, indoor pool has eight lanes and a diving board and is host to Aqua Fitness classes. You’ll also find a racquetball court and two basketball courts inside and an 18-hole disc golf course and 11 tennis courts outside. Fitness classes run the gamut, including yoga, Pilates, step, strength, cardio, cycling and swimming for individuals or groups, beginner to advanced. Services include massage therapy, nutrition counseling and personal training provided by certified professionals. You’ll also find showers, locker rooms and a dry sauna. The snack bar and pro shop provide healthy snacks and beverages and gear for yoga and swimming. When you need a break from the activity, relax in the lobby and enjoy the big-screen TV and fireplace.

Lake Tahoe Sightseeing Cruises makes it easy to book the perfect sightseeing cruise on the water, whether you are interested in seeing the lake from a luxury yacht or aboard a classic paddle wheeler, whether you want a mid-day excursion or an evening dinner cruise. Emerald Bay, the historic Vikingsholm lodge and Fannette Island feature in the voyages offered by Lake Tahoe Sightseeing Cruises, and the roster of boats includes the most popular and famous names on the lake such as the M.S. Dixie II and the Bleu Wave. The company's website puts all of the information you need right at your fingertips, from the menu offered aboard each watercraft to a list of hotels most convenient to the launch sites, and booking is as easy as the push of a button.

Lakeside Casino offers everything you could want in a gaming establishment, from poker, blackjack and roulette to slots, craps and a sports book. Look for the 3-to-2 odds on all blackjacks and the 10-times odds on all numbers at the craps table. In line with the philosophy of being the friendliest spot in town, they offer University of Lakeside, a weekly class that teaches the fundamentals of the games. Lakeside has a brighter, lighter atmosphere than some of the other Nevada casinos. The atmosphere continues the wood-cabin decor of the property with warm browns and earth tones throughout. On the main casino floor is the Coffee Bar, serving locally roasted Alpen Sierra coffees as well as alcoholic beverages, smoothies, salads, bagels and more.