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

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 Balloons

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
2435 Venice Drive E., South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 544-1221

Imagine soaring peacefully with the cool morning breeze in a hot-air balloon over Lake Tahoe. From the lake surface to high above it all, Lake Tahoe...read more

Imagine soaring peacefully with the cool morning breeze in a hot-air balloon over Lake Tahoe....read more

Lake Tahoe Boat Rides

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
2435 Venice Drive E., South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 545-1223

Lake Tahoe Boat Rides is a premier charter boat company that offers customized boat tours designed to make memories that last a lifetime. For those looking...read more

Lake Tahoe Boat Rides is a premier charter boat company that offers customized boat tours...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

Nor-Cal Charters

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
300 U.S. HIghway 50, Zephyr Cove, NV
(530) 318-1981

Nor-Cal Charters specializes in once-in-a-lifetime Tahoe fishing excursions. On their boats, Upside and The Professor, the professional...read more

Nor-Cal Charters specializes in once-in-a-lifetime Tahoe fishing excursions. On their boats, Upside and The Professor, the professional...read more

Osmosis Lounge

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
2074 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Unit 7, South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 494-9312

Want to feel your best for all of your Tahoe adventures? IV therapy is a game-changer when it comes to thriving in the mountain region, especially for...read more

Want to feel your best for all of your Tahoe adventures? IV therapy is a...read more

Ponderosa Golf Course

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
10040 Reynold Way, Truckee, CA
(530) 587-3501
Ponderosa Golf Course is a quintessential Truckee story. The 9-hole public course will be 60 years old in the spring of 2021 and was built by the...read more
Ponderosa Golf Course is a quintessential Truckee story. The 9-hole public course will be 60...read more

Sail Tahoe Blue

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
900 Ski Run Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 213-3451

Sail Tahoe Blue is a boating company based on a passion for doing what one loves and sharing it with others. The owners' dream was to spend every day on...read more

Sail Tahoe Blue is a boating company based on a passion for doing what one...read more

Steamboat Hot Springs Healing Center & Spa

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
16010 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV
(775) 853-6600

Steamboat Hot Springs is a natural spring with geothermal mineral water, and Steamboat Hot Springs Healing Center & Spa is the place to enjoy these...read more

Steamboat Hot Springs is a natural spring with geothermal mineral water, and Steamboat Hot Springs...read more

Stillwater Spa

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV
(775) 886-6745

With intention, Stillwater Spa works from the motto of "we believe well-being is the ultimate expression of our purpose.” Their curated menu of facial,...read more

With intention, Stillwater Spa works from the motto of "we believe well-being is the ultimate...read more

Sunnyside Marina & Watersports

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
1850 West Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-7201

Sunnyside Watersports offers several different rental options such as power boats, surf boats and pontoon boats in addition to jet skis, kayaks and standup ...read more

Sunnyside Watersports offers several different rental options such as power boats, surf boats and pontoon...read more

Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema

Lake Tahoe Thing to Do
475 North Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City, CA
(530) 584-2431

Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema is not a regular movie theater. With leather rocking seats and comfy couches in the theater and a bar serving...read more

Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema is not a regular movie theater. With leather rocking seats and...read more