Top Things to do in Lake Tahoe (California)
Top Hotels in Lake Tahoe (California)
- 1. Forest Suites Resort at Heavenly Village
- 2. Stardust Lodge
- 3. Resort at Squaw Creek
- 4. Marriott Grand Residence Club, Lake Tahoe
- 5. Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe
- 6. The Landing Lake Tahoe Resort & Spa
- 7. Tahoe Star Hotel
- 8. Heavenly Valley Lodge
- 9. Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort
- 10. Postmarc Hotel and Spa Suites
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The 10 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Lake Tahoe (California), Lake Tahoe (California)
Basking in its 300 days of sunshine, Lake Tahoe is a haven for outdoor fun in every season. Swimming, kayaking and windsurfing are popular in the summer months, while epic snowfall makes for spectacular skiing in winter. For those who prefer indoor fun, there's plenty of that in Tahoe, too. With 24-hour casinos and a flashy nightlife scene, the area has a tangible Vegas vibe. A sprinkle of bling, if you will. Not surprising, since Lake Tahoe straddles the border between California and Nevada.
Restaurants in Lake Tahoe (California)
1. Wine Tours From Tahoe
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5.0 based on 224 reviews
Hi! Let's go wine tasting! In slightly over an hour from your south shore hotel you will see spectacular sights in hosted SUVs, courtesy wine tastings at the popular wineries, a light delicious lunch,and fun, fun, fun! Call us today!
2. Emerald Bay State Park
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5.0 based on 883 reviews
This spectacular bay in Lake Tahoe is best approached by hiking trails.
Reviewed By Alacrout - Los Angeles, United States
You really can’t go wrong with any part of Lake Tahoe, as the whole thing is surrounded by stunning mountain views. The views can get a little hazy during bad fire seasons, but still a beautiful area. Hard to pick a definitive “best” part of the Lake, but Emerald Bay is certainly up there as one of the best parts. The color of the water lives up to the name of “Emerald.” In the middle of the Bay, there’s a cute little island that is the ONLY island in Lake Tahoe. You can kayak, canoe, or boat to the island (NOT swim) and see the ruins of “Tea House,” where a quirky captain lived in the 1800s. Inspiration Point is a necessary stop on your way through the park—it gives you one of the best views of the entire Bay. Be sure to check out Vikingsholm too! :)
3. Lake Tahoe Boat Rides
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5.0 based on 532 reviews
Come experience beautiful Lake Tahoe on one of our charter boat tours. Our licensed captains will provide your family with hours of entertainment. Select from a wide variety of sightseeing, sunset cruises, special events, and water sports including tubing, wake boarding, water skiing, and snorkeling . Let us take the guess work out of boating and give your family memories they will cherish for a life time.Lake Tahoe Boat Rides is an alternative to rental boats. We are a small company focused on customer satisfaction. Our chartered boat tours are the perfect way to experience the best that Lake Tahoe has to offer.Our VIP boat service can even pick you and your family up from the dock in the backyard of your vacation rental. Boat Rental, Charter Boat, Boat Tours, Wake Boarding, Water Skiing, Tubing, Snorkeling, Sightseeing, Sunset Cruise
4. Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks
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5.0 based on 2,111 reviews
Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks currently have 3 locations in the Lake Tahoe area to serve you, Tahoe City, Squaw Valley, and Tahoe Vista. The Tahoe City and Tahoe Vista locations offer approx. 90 tree platforms, 60 bridges, and 30 zip lines with the Squaw Valley location offering approx. 20 platforms connected by 15 bridges, 6 zip lines and the 50' Alpine Tower climbing structure. Tahoe Treetop has courses for adults, kids 5+, and team building groups. Hours of unforgettable, super-fun activity for the whole family!
5. Truckee Bike Park
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Journey16429445878 - San Francisco, United States
Easily one of the best bike parks anywhere. You can see the care and attention that has gone into crafting this place. Lines for everyone from beginner to the advanced rider. A "must visit" when in town if you are into bikes.
6. Vikingsholm
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4.5 based on 778 reviews
Built as a summer home in 1929, this grand castle on Emerald Bay is considered one of the finest examples of Scandinavian architecture in the Western Hemisphere.
Reviewed By 8-drank-was-merry - Naples, United States
Vikingsholm is a Scandinavian styled mansion/castle nestled down in the trees below highway 89, lakefront at the tip of Emerald Bay. Mrs. Lora Josephine Knight had it built in 1928/1929 with inspiration of ancient buildings she saw on a trip to Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland. The Mansion is open for tours late May to late September, from 10:30 am - 3:30 pm on the half hour. The tour costs $15 for adults and $12 for students, kids under 7 are free. Tickets can be purchased at the Visitor Center building on the trail just past the mansion/castle. In the center of Emerald Bay there is a small island, currently known as Fannette Island. Mrs. Lora Josephine Knight reportedly took guests out to the island for high tea. If you would like to visit the island, you can rent kayaks at the lake shore (for 1 or 2 hours). The tour of the mansion is short, but informative and supports a good cause - renovation and revitalization of the structure. The hike down to the park is gorgeous and it is recommended to make a day long experience in the area. A hike up to Eagle Falls and Lake is wonderful with gorgeous views. Or just relaxing and hanging out around Emerald Bay.
7. Inspiration Point Vista
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4.5 based on 342 reviews
Look out over Emerald Bay.
Reviewed By MaryLynnD_13 - Laguna Vista, United States
Breathtaking scenery! Don’t miss it. Be careful driving up the winding road. Not a lot of guardrails!
8. Tahoe Cross Country
9. Tahoe Donner Cross Country
10. D.L. Bliss State Park
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4.5 based on 149 reviews
This state park in the Lake Tahoe region features one of the finest beaches in the area and several popular hiking trails.
Reviewed By JillClardy - Redwood City, United States
We did not camp here, but visited Lester Beach, and were glad that we arrived before 11:00 a.m. because they stopped letting people in once the parking lot was full. This was the most beautiful of the north and west coast Lake Tahoe beaches that we visited, with clean, fine white sand, a fairly sheltered cove, shallow clear water, clean restrooms and convenient parking lot. It was well worth the $10 per car day use fee!
