Things to Do in Lake Tahoe

With an environment like this, it would almost be criminal if the majority of the things to do in Lake Tahoe weren’t outdoors ... and of course they are! For Lake Tahoe activities in the summer, you can enjoy kayaking, SUPing and other water sports that take the lead. If you’d prefer to frolic in the snow, things to do in Lake Tahoe during the winter include ice skating, Nordic skiing and sliding down a snowy mountain any way you can. Of course all the towns in this part of the woods are known for that, but what about dog sledding? Bet you might not have done that! It’s a popular Lake Tahoe activity in Palisades Tahoe, so get on it! Lace up your shoes and head out on some of Tahoe’s City’s hiking trails that take you on a scenic tour of the beaches and mountains on the West Shore. Several give you amazing views of one of the most beautiful things to do in Tahoe City – exploring Emerald Bay. You can almost imagine you're in the Caribbean watching this water. Now, if those summertime water temps will just rise about 20 more degrees....

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There are other things to do in Lake Tahoe that may interest you if you’re not looking for an athletic vacation. Going sightseeing on bus tours that cart you over the entire Tahoe Basin or checking out fascinating exhibits in museums are part of the offerings of the many South Lake Tahoe activities. Vacation is also the ideal time to take care of yourself, and a visit to one of the spas in Incline Village’s things to do has you feeling pampered and polished in no time. Lake Tahoe also hosts an array of festivals during the warmer months that will appeal to craftspeople, artists, nerds or those celebrating Independence Day.

Check out the listings below to see what's in store for you during the winter and summer with things to do in Lake Tahoe.

Things to Do in Lake Tahoe by Area

South Lake Tahoe | Truckee | Tahoe City & West Shore | Palisades Tahoe
Kings Beach & North Shore Incline Village & Crystal Bay

Things to Do in Lake Tahoe by Category

D.L. Bliss State Park

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
CA Highway 89, South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 525-7277

DL Bliss State Park is a culmination of absolute Tahoe beauty in the form of stunning turquoise water, old-growth forests and giant cartoon-like granite...read more

DL Bliss State Park is a culmination of absolute Tahoe beauty in the form of...read more

Donner Memorial State Park

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
12593 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA
(530) 582-7892

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...read more

History buffs, campers, cyclists, hikers and those who love their water sports will find Donner...read more

Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
CA State Park Road, Tahoma, CA
(530) 525-7232

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...read more

Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park is your best bet for winter camping. Also...read more

Elivate

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
(530) 426-2610

Elivate your wellness with the most innovative and effective products to optimize how your body feels, performs and recovers from all your Tahoe adventures...read more

Elivate your wellness with the most innovative and effective products to optimize how your body...read more

Emerald Bay State Park

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
11001 CA Highway 89, South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 541-3030

If visiting Lake Tahoe in the summer, a great place to camp is Emerald Bay State Park. The park includes two campgrounds: the Boat-In Camp (accessible by...read more

If visiting Lake Tahoe in the summer, a great place to camp is Emerald Bay...read more

Flume Trail Mountain Bikes

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
1115 Tunnel Creek Road, Incline Village, NV
(775) 298-2501

The Flume Trail above Lake Tahoe is a mountain biking trail with a well-earned reputation. Between its historical significance and the incredible views that...read more

The Flume Trail above Lake Tahoe is a mountain biking trail with a well-earned reputation....read more

Grand Lodge Casino at the Hyatt

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV
(800) 327-3910

Grand Lodge Casino at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe features 20,000 square feet of gaming space and offers a true Old Tahoe feel plus a highly rewarding...read more

Grand Lodge Casino at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe features 20,000 square feet of gaming space...read more

Hang Gliding Tahoe

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
2640 E. College Parkway, Carson City, NV
(775) 772-8232

You love Lake Tahoe, and you feel as if you’ve seen all the sights it has to offer. But as the old saying goes, you ain’t seen nothing yet ... not until you...read more

You love Lake Tahoe, and you feel as if you’ve seen all the sights it...read more

IRIE Rafting Company

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
7320 River Road, Olympic Valley, CA
(530) 582-4900

Lake Tahoe has only one outflow – the Truckee River. And for 25 years IRIE Rafting Company has given visitors a close-up view of the waterway as well as the...read more

Lake Tahoe has only one outflow – the Truckee River. And for 25 years IRIE...read more

Kings Beach State Recreation Area

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
Bear Street and CA Highway 28, Kings Beach, CA
(530) 583-3074

With its easy location in the center of town, Kings Beach State Recreation Area makes enjoying the sandy shoreline of Lake Tahoe simple. The park...read more

With its easy location in the center of town, Kings Beach State Recreation Area makes enjoying the sandy...read more

Lake Tahoe Golf Course

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
2500 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 577-0788

Golf in winter? Yes, at Lake Tahoe Golf Course. In winter the clubhouse becomes more of a sports bar and restaurant feel with two simulators that provide...read more

Golf in winter? Yes, at Lake Tahoe Golf Course. In winter the clubhouse becomes more...read more

Lake Tahoe Sightseeing Tours & Cruises

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
Various Locations, South Lake Tahoe, CA
(800) 987-9852
Marvel at Lake Tahoe's stunning scenery with Lake Tahoe Sightseeing Tours & Cruises. With a cruise on the lake on the Bleu Wave, you will...read more
Marvel at Lake Tahoe's stunning scenery with Lake Tahoe Sightseeing Tours & Cruises. With a...read more