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
Safe Taxi is a small company operating in the South Lake Tahoe area. Their fleet is limited in number, so at any given time it's possible that all their...read more
Immersed in the Truckee forest is a place that delves into the research and lessons that Mother Earth can provide. Sagehen Creek Field Station is a quaint...read more
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
If you wish to sail the beautiful water of Lake Tahoe, then Sailing Ventures Lake Tahoe is a good bet in instruction and boat charters. Established in 1993...read more
Three miles south of Incline Village on State Highway 28, Sand Harbor has a variety of natural features that you can spend an entire day exploring. You can...read more
Sandy Beach is a beautiful yet tiny piece of free public beach access in Tahoe Vista. Near the Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort, this sandy beach provides views...read more
Truckee-Tahoe is full of golf courses open to private play only. Schaffer’s Mill Golf Club is one of those private courses, except on Mondays. The golfing...read more
Secline Beach is an often-missed section of sandy beach that you'll find right as you're coming into Kings Beach; it's behind the Transam gas station. It's...read more
Secret Cove is a secluded nudist beach that is off the same trail system that accesses Chimney Beach. On the east shore of Lake Tahoe on Highway 89, 2.6...read more
One of the nice perks of the new commercial activity taking place near the east side of South Lake Tahoe is that it has brought in a high-end spa. Serenity...read more
Shake Rattle and Pole offers one-of-a-kind mobile bachelorette parties. They come to your location and provide a safe and comfortable yet adventurous...read more
There is something magical about the pleasure of lazily window shopping while at the base of big mountains. This lovely scenario is at your beck and call at...read more
