With an environment like this, it would almost be criminal if the majority of the Lake Tahoe things to do 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, Lake Tahoe things to do 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....
Lake Tahoe Things To Do
There are other Lake Tahoe things to do 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 Lake Tahoe things to do.
Lake Tahoe Things to Do by Area
South Lake Tahoe | Truckee | Tahoe City & West Shore | Palisades Tahoe
Kings Beach & North Shore | Incline Village & Crystal Bay
Lake Tahoe Things to Do by Category
BlueZone Sports is a premium outdoor gear retailer. Whether on the snow, in the water, on your bike or exploring while camping and hiking, staff can help...read more
By foot, Boaters Beach is reached via the same trail system that accesses Chimney Beach, Secret Cove, Whale Beach and Creek Beach. The trailhead starts at...read more
There is no missing Boreal Mountain Resort. Its ski and snowboard runs are visible right off Interstate 80 at the 7,200-foot Donner Summit. It’s also always...read more
Bowl Incline has been a favorite family-fun center in Incline Village for more than 55 years, but with a full remodel it's a modern, all-ages paradise of...read more
When it comes to helping youth learn skills, find empowerment and make something of themselves, the Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe (BGCNLT) is a...read more
If your goal is to become an expert snowboarder, then your best bet is to start out right with lessons from the one and only Burton Academy. Located at...read more
Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe is reinventing what the South Shore of Lake Tahoe is all about. The Stateline hotel-casino, which used to be Harveys, began a $...read more
Each summer Caesars Republic welcomes world-class musicians to South Lake Tahoe. This is the place to hear popular national acts (for instance, Hozier, Cody...read more
For years California Main Lodge was what came to mind when people mentioned Heavenly. And while the opening of the Gondola near Stateline means that not...read more
On the picturesque shores of South Lake Tahoe, the original Camp Richardson Resort is a cherished destination that has offered a timeless retreat for...read more
Amidst the glitz and glamour of this resort town, there is still a chance for visitors to experience the history of the...read more
Historically known as Jameson Beach, this is the expanse of Tahoe beach at Camp Richardson. Visitors can rent Jet Skis, powerboats, paddle boats and kayaks...read more
