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
If you want to tackle the Tahoe trails or put in some time on the lake, you’ll get the most from your outing if you're in good physical shape. A Santé ...read more
A Santé Lakeside Fitness is the largest gym on the north Lake Tahoe shore from Homewood to Kings Beach. With a full gym, designated room for group fitness...read more
If you’re thinking of heading to Truckee-Tahoe and hitting the developed, lift-assisted mountain biking park or riding the sweet flow trails, or if you want...read more
Action Watersports provides Lake Tahoe visitors with top-of-the-line watersports activities including parasailing, boat rentals, Jet Ski rentals, sailboat/...read more
Adrenaline Connection's mission is simple: to rent you anything your mom said not to do. What does that mean exactly? To put it more bluntly, Adrenaline...read more
Owned and operated by a true Tahoe local, Adrift Tahoe carries the leading brands of standup paddleboards for sale or rent. The beach is just outside Adrift...read more
Adventure Mountain is an excellent way to get the entire family outside and having fun. With sledding zones, a snow play area and snowshoeing trails, this...read more
Air Tahoe is an air charter company, offering private chartered flights. Based out of the Truckee-Tahoe Airport, Air Tahoe operates a Piper Meridian...read more
Alder Creek Adventure Center sits at a gateway to Tahoe Donner’s 60+ mile trail system. During the summer, the center is home to Tahoe Donner’s Equestrian...read more
Alibi’s original taproom – the Barrel House – at their production brewery in Incline Village, is a comfortable, well-crafted space for people to gather and...read more
Hidden in Incline Village you’ll find a little bit of Hawaii in the high mountains. The licensed professionals at Aloha Spa Tahoe perform different styles...read more
