Things to do in Lake Tahoe
Popular picks: Hiking in Emerald Bay State Park · Skiing at Heavenly Resort · Taking a scenic drive around the lake · Biking the Tahoe Rim Trail · Exploring the beaches · Visiting Sand Harbor State Park · Going boating or kayaking on the lake · Fishing in the lake or local rivers · Taking a cruise on the lake · Visiting the Tahoe Science Center · Exploring the local casinos · Attending summer music festivals · Sledding at local parks in winter · Golfing at one of the local courses · Wildlife watching.
California Tahoe ConservancyFree5.0Protecting and restoring Lake Tahoe's natural beauty and public lands
Tahoe City Ghost Tours and Haunted Pub Crawls$$5.0Explore Lake Tahoe's dark history through spooky guided ghost walking tours
Tahoe MeadowsFree5.0Scenic high alpine meadow offering outdoor hiking and winter snow play
Desolation WildernessFree4.9Explore pristine alpine peaks and clear mountain lakes near Lake Tahoe
Historic Stateline Fire LookoutFree4.9Enjoy panoramic Lake Tahoe views from an easy paved historical trail
Lake Tahoe Boat Rides$$4.9Explore scenic waters and hidden coves with Lake Tahoe Boat Rides
Tahoe City Kayak & Paddleboard Beach Rental$$4.9Rent kayaks and paddleboards directly at Tahoe City Commons Beach.
Tahoe Rim TrailFree4.9Embark on a breathtaking loop hiking trail around Lake Tahoe
Tahoe Snowshoe Tours$$4.9Explore scenic Lake Tahoe winter wonderlands on guided snowshoe adventures
Tahoe Tastings$$4.9Sip boutique California wines during scenic boat cruises across Lake Tahoe
Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks$$4.9Experience thrilling aerial ropes courses and zip lines in Lake Tahoe
Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State ParkFree4.8Explore dense pine forests, historic mansions, and pristine Lake Tahoe shoreline
Emerald Bay State ParkFree4.8Discover turquoise waters and sweeping granite vistas at Lake Tahoe
Sand Harbor State ParkFree4.8Pristine turquoise waters and dramatic granite boulders along Lake Tahoe shoreline.
Sierra Nevada MountainsFree4.8Majestic mountain range offering year-round outdoor adventures around alpine Lake Tahoe
Skydive Lake Tahoe$$$4.8Experience thrilling tandem skydiving with panoramic views of Lake Tahoe.
Tahoe National ForestFree4.8Discover massive Sierra Nevada peaks, alpine lakes, hiking trails, and rivers.
Truckee River RaftingFree4.8Enjoy a scenic and relaxing self-guided float down the Truckee River
Brockway SummitFree4.7Scenic mountain pass offering sweeping Lake Tahoe views and trail access
Cave Rock State ParkFree4.7Scenic Lake Tahoe state park featuring boat launches and lakeside views
Donner Memorial State ParkFree4.7Explore rich Sierra Nevada history, scenic hiking trails, and lakefront views.
Kiva BeachFree4.7A peaceful dog-friendly Lake Tahoe beach with scenic alpine views
North Tahoe Regional ParkFree4.7A scenic Tahoe Vista recreation hub with sports fields and trails
Pope BeachFree4.7Relax on long sandy shores beneath towering pines at Lake Tahoe.
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