Things to do in Lake Tahoe Area, Lake Tahoe Area: The Best Outdoor Activities

November 15, 2021 Misti Hsu

Discover the best top things to do in Lake Tahoe Area, Lake Tahoe Area including Echo Lakes Hiking Trail, Tahoe Rim Trail, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park, Rubicon Trail, Secret Cove Beach, Sand Harbor, Nevada Beach, Diamond Peak Ski Resort, Inspiration Point Vista, Eagle Falls Trail.
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1. Echo Lakes Hiking Trail

Johnson Pass Road, NV http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/ltbmu/null/recarea/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 34 reviews

Echo Lakes Hiking Trail

This easy to moderate hiking trail passes Lower and Upper Echo Lakes as well as many other lakes.

2. Tahoe Rim Trail

CA +1 775-298-0012 [email protected]
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5.0 based on 20 reviews

Tahoe Rim Trail

This 165-mile, twenty-four inch, single-track trail is open to hiking, equestrians, and mountain biking (in most areas). The trail encompasses the ridge tops of the Lake Tahoe Basin, crossing six counties, and two states. The Tahoe Rim Trail overlaps with approximately fifty miles of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail.

3. Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park

Incline Village, NV 89452 +1 775-831-0494 http://parks.nv.gov/parks/marlette-hobart-backcountry
Excellent
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5.0 based on 228 reviews

Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park

A number of areas for visitors along Lake Tahoe, with the most popular being Sand Harbor.

Reviewed By G2055DWpatriciah - Denver, United States

We planned the tour at the beginning of our trip so we would have an idea of where we might want to return. The tour was more fun and informative than we ever imagined. It was literally one of the best parts of our trip! Jim was an amazing guide.

4. Rubicon Trail

D.L. Bliss and Emerald Bay State Parks, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 +1 530-525-7277 http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=505
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5.0 based on 109 reviews

Rubicon Trail

Reviewed By TravellingJan - San Carlos, United States

This is the most beautiful trail with gorgeous views of the turquoise water and interesting rocks, etc...We have to do this hike every time we come up to Tahoe. So incredible! And an easy hike too

5. Secret Cove Beach

Incline Village, NV 89451 http://www.secretcovenevada.com/beaches.html
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5.0 based on 39 reviews

Secret Cove Beach

Reviewed By CoachDaddy85 - Ocean City, United States

Fairly easy hike from road parking. Alternative parking in chimney cove - easy walk from there along access road then a well defined path to the cove. People were discreet and cool. Will return.

6. Sand Harbor

Highway 28 Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park, Incline Village, NV 89452 +1 775-831-0494 http://parks.nv.gov/parks/sand-harbor/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 757 reviews

Sand Harbor

Rocky coves and boulders to jump off of are the primary features of this beach.

Reviewed By RevfromCA - Sacramento, United States

This is a beautiful state park well worth the $10 entrance fee along the east shoreline of Lake Tahoe. You can use the entrance fee the same day to visit Cave Rock state park as well which is closer to South Lake Tahoe. The walking paths along the shore of Sand Harbor are very nice and the scenery is excellent. Check out the visitors center as well.

7. Nevada Beach

Elks Point Road 1/2 mile West of Highway 50, NV 89449
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4.5 based on 72 reviews

Nevada Beach

Wide sandy beach, which offers escape from the bustle of other beaches.

Reviewed By VacationsRWanderful

This is a family and dog friendly beach. It’s near the campground and at the end of an easy 1 mile walk through Rabe Meadows. Parking is $10 per car, with limited space. If you choose to park in the lot, get there early.

8. Diamond Peak Ski Resort

1210 Ski Way, Incline Village, NV 89451-9204 +1 775-832-1177 [email protected] http://www.diamondpeak.com
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4.5 based on 287 reviews

Diamond Peak Ski Resort

Diamond Peak is a community-owned resort with breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe; miles of welcoming, uncrowded runs; easy access from the parking lot to the slopes; a dedicated Child Ski Center for the littlest skiers and snowboarders; and a great Ski & Ride Center for older skiers/riders. All of this and affordable lift ticket and season pass prices makes Diamond Peak Tahoe’s best value, year after year.

Reviewed By elaineb312 - Salem, United States

We had a great experience with two children ages 6 and 9 and one adult. All had never skied downhill before. Took lessons in the morning and skied the rest of the day for 3 days. Nice choice of slopes. Very well organized parking, check in, and equipment rental.

9. Inspiration Point Vista

Emerald Bay Rd, Tahoe City, CA http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/ltbmu/recreation/?cid=stelprdb5112247
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4.5 based on 342 reviews

Inspiration Point Vista

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!

10. Eagle Falls Trail

Highway 89, Tahoe City, CA 96150 +1 530-525-9530 http://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/eagle-rock-trail--2
Excellent
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4.5 based on 304 reviews

Eagle Falls Trail

A beautiful and well-marked trail.

Reviewed By MelissaG832 - Santa Barbara, United States

This hike is about 2 miles if you just go to the lake and back, which is what I did with my 10-year-old lab. Good dog-friendly hike where other dog-owners mostly kept their dogs on leashes as well. Some of the stone steps are a little high so you might need to pick your dog up if you have a small one but otherwise pretty straightforward. Weekends are impossible to park and we had to come back during the week and early in the morning to get a spot. Beautiful hike with great views, interesting terrain, and a amazing lake at the end.

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