Things to do in Ski Lake Tahoe, Ski Lake Tahoe: The Best Nature & Parks

March 21, 2022 Venice Greaves

Discover the best top things to do in Ski Lake Tahoe, Ski Lake Tahoe including Donner Lake Watersports & Marina, Rubicon Trail, Glen Alpine Falls, Rubicon Peak, Eagle Rock Hiking Trail, Truckee River Legacy Trail, Rainbow Trail, Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum, Animal Ark, Five Lakes Creek Trailhead.
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1. Donner Lake Watersports & Marina

15695 Donner Pass Rd Ste 101, Truckee, CA 96161-3653 +1 530-582-5112 http://www.donnerlakemarina.com
Excellent
76%
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Donner Lake Watersports & Marina

Reviewed By drmader - Orinda, United States

Hannah made it fast and easy. We walked up, filled out paperwork, handed a credit card and got the safety run down. We were on the water enjoying the lake within 10 Minutes..no reservation, easy.. both people working there were young and very polite and accommodating. We took our small dog along and had a lovely time. We will be back..this was a great experience and the kayak /jet ski/ paddle board looked great too. Well run and fair pricing. Thank you

2. 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
Excellent
88%
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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

3. Glen Alpine Falls

Glen Alpine Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Excellent
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5.0 based on 34 reviews

Glen Alpine Falls

4. Rubicon Peak

Highway 89 Emerald Bay, South Lake Tahoe, CA http://www.tahoeadventuresports.com/hikeindex/west/rubicon.htm
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Rubicon Peak

5. Eagle Rock Hiking Trail

3370 West Lake Blvd., Homewood, CA
Excellent
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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Eagle Rock Hiking Trail

Reviewed By emorga - Rome, United States

This is a relatively easy trail to climb Its a little rough at the top navigating rocks as it loses it clear definition as a trail. Very enjoyable with lots of families having a fun outing

6. Truckee River Legacy Trail

Truckee, CA 96160
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5.0 based on 18 reviews

Truckee River Legacy Trail

Reviewed By johnsD576GV

A stroll along the river before dinner, well worth taking the time to relax and feel nature. There is no difficulty to this paved path.

7. Rainbow Trail

South Lake Tahoe, CA +1 530-543-2600 http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/ltbmu/recreation/hiking/recarea/?recid=11785&actid=50
Excellent
56%
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

Rainbow Trail

For an easier hike, this handicapped-accessible paved trail provides signs for a self-guided tour.

Reviewed By Christina1119 - New Orleans, United States

The short 1/2 mile walk takes you through different areas & sights. In parts you see the fish spawning & beaver damns. The Aspen Grove were in their foliage change. It leads you into an under ground area where you can view fish & Information about the habitats of the animals in the area. It connects to Taylor Creek which had many viewing areas to see lots of fish. Great walk and a nice area.

8. Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum

12593 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee, CA 96161-3858 +1 530-582-7892 http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=503
Excellent
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4.5 based on 595 reviews

Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum

This museum documents the fascinating and tragic history of the Donner Party's journey to the west coast.

Reviewed By librarianlorraine - Riverside, United States

First, avoid the $10 parking lot charge by parking along the street if you can. The museum is well worth a stop, as it gives a good overview of what the emigrants faced on their trip west. There is a 26-minute film, and there are well maintained walking trails.

9. Animal Ark

1265 Deerlodge Rd, Reno, NV 89508-7347 +1 775-970-3111 [email protected] http://www.animalark.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 291 reviews

Animal Ark

Reviewed By 14gaiusg

This is a great place to visit - kids will love it as well as adults. It is also a great charitable organization that rescues and cares for wildlife. They provide a safe haven for injured, abandoned and otherwise non-releasable wildlife. They have visiting hours starting at 10am except in the winter. There is a picnic area and a gift shop which sells snacks, drinks, and ice cream, as well as a variety of souvenirs and novelty items. We enjoyed our visits there a lot. It was fun watching them feeding the bears. We tried to go early before the larger animals took their daily naps. It is a nice outing for the whole family, as well as a worthy cause for our donations.

10. Five Lakes Creek Trailhead

Alpine Meadows Rd, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
Excellent
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Five Lakes Creek Trailhead

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