Lake Tahoe is a gorgeous year–round resort areas straddling
the California/Nevada border. In the summer visitors enjoy all
manner of water sports and activities and in the winter they hit
the slopes for some great skiing. The southern shore of Lake Tahoe
is a bit of a cheesy tourist trap, but if you’re there to
gamble then that’s where you’ll find the casinos,
including Caesars Tahoe. The North shore is where Tahoe city lies,
and it’s a good place to make a base of operations to enjoy
the rest of the area.
To enjoy the water to the fullest,
try kayaking, power-boating, jet skiing or taking the Emerald
Bay Cruise from the Ski Run Marina. Chartered fishing is popular
on Lake Tahoe, and Tahoe Sport Fishing runs the largest sport-fishing
fleet on the lake. Rafters can find good white water rapids among
the Lake Tahoe area rivers, such as the Truckee or the Yuba.
There are many state parks to enjoy
in the Lake Tahoe area. The DL Bliss State Park features the 6-mile
Rubicon hiking trail and the beautiful beaches in Emerald Bay.
The Lake Tahoe/Nevada State Park has the Sandy Harbor Beach in
the summer and miles of cross-country skiing in the winter.
Winter sports are a prime attraction
at Lake Tahoe. There are a number of fine ski resorts in the nearby
mountains, like Kirkwood, Alpine Meadows and Squaw Valley USA.
More passive winter travelers may like to sit back and enjoy a
ride in a one-horse open sleigh, or tour the Vikingholm Scandinavian
Mansion.
Camping in and around Lake Tahoe
is available at several locations. Camp Richardson has cross-country
skiing trails in the winter and a full service Marina in the summer.
Guests at High Camp ride a cable car 8,200 feet above sea level
to enjoy the sites skating rink, heated swimming pool and other
facilities.
Want a serious hike at Lake Tahoe?
Try the 150-mile Tahoe Rim Trail on for size.
