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
The BackCountry is a full-service store outfitting every type of outdoor activity that can be done in the area. With dozens of bicycles (road and mountain)...read more
If you’re visiting Truckee-Tahoe and don’t have time to get a workout on the surrounding slopes and trails, The Bar Effect may be just the place for you. In...read more
Cobblestone Center shopping village at the heart of Tahoe City proudly celebrates its roots as a venture that came into being on the heels of the famed 1960...read more
The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing started out as a private course but opened to the public during the fallout from the Great Recession. Turns out that the...read more
For those who enjoy the special combination of mountain fresh air and a tasty beer, The Hangar is a perfect place. With a friendly, open-air ambiance and a...read more
The Idle Hour is Lake Tahoe’s only lakefront wine and bubbly bar, offering an ever-changing lineup of regional wines from boutique California producers and...read more
If you’re looking for the quintessential Tahoe lodge with vaulted ceilings, natural wood and stone interiors and expansive windows looking out over mountain...read more
One way to enjoy the lake is to be on the lake. The Party Boat is 52-foot lake-going vessel with a Coast Guard–certified crew and captain,...read more
Sure, you can buy a bottle of wine from a grocery store chain or at expensive and pretentious wine bars. Better is discovering that little out-of-the-way...read more
Say the name Ritz-Carlton and immediately luxury comes to mind. Even though The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe is relatively young (it opened in 2009), its $300...read more
The Sanctuary is a place of healing in a variety of modalities. Centered in a welcoming, relaxing and calming atmosphere, The Sanctuary offers Pilates, yoga...read more
For some people, renting snow gear is a business. For others, it's a way of life. The guys at the Ski Renter are the latter type. Renting out a complete...read more
