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
Wyld at Heart Adventures is an outdoor adventure company that specializes in customized experiences in the Lake Tahoe area. Their mission is to provide...read more
Yoga Room Tahoe offers a wide variety of weekly classes, monthly workshops and free community events featuring yoga, meditation, mindfulness, breathwork,...read more
If you are looking for a fun, entertaining and unique indoor activity that is slightly addictive, then you need to try Yosemite Axe Throwing. An indoor...read more
Zephyr Cove Beach is a lively, easy-access and pay-for-parking beach that offers visitors plenty of recreational choices. Not only can beachgoers go...read more
Zephyr Cove Resort is a true beach and mountain retreat with all that the label suggests. As a place to stay, it offers lodge rooms, individual cabins and...read more
One of the most exciting ways to experience the Tahoe backcountry is by snowmobile. The Zephyr Cove Snowmobile Center...read more
Between the snow sports, the water sports and the casino fun, one aspect of Tahoe's recreational offerings that gets...read more
Zephyr Cove Tennis Club is a Lake Tahoe's premier public tennis club, run by Douglas County Parks & Recreation Department and the nonprofit Zephyr Cove...read more
Situated lakeside on 24 acres, Zephyr Point Presbyterian Conference Center is the ideal location to host your retreat, conference, group meeting or family...read more
