The Sierra Nevada Mountain Range serves as a beautiful backdrop to a spectacular region known for its natural beauty and year round activities. Lake Tahoe is 12 miles wide, 22 miles long and has 72 miles of shoreline, making it the largest alpine lake in North America. The sun shines 274 days a year and the water in the lake is 99.7 percent clear! There are numerous outdoor activities to try. In the summer, water enthusiasts will enjoy kayaking, boating, rafting and water skiing. On dry land there is hiking, biking, sightseeing, shopping, concerts and theatre productions. Listed among ‘the most beautiful drives in America’ the 72 mile drive along the shores of Lake Tahoe is a must. In winter, it doesn’t get any better than Lake Tahoe! Record-breaking snowfall and more ski resorts and terrain than any other North American destination makes this a perfect place for your winter holiday.
- Ski or snowboard atop the mountain overlooking the dramatic vista of Lake Tahoe
- Take a hike to a nearby mountaintop for breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe and have a picnic in the warm winter sun
- Drive around the Lake, stopping at Emerald Bay for a hike to Eagle Falls
- Canoe or kayak to Crystal Bay Point
- 3 hr cruise on the "Lady of the Lake" yacht
- Rent bikes and cycle along the Truckee River
- Hike 2 miles to 5 lakes above Alpine Meadows
- Take the tram to the top of Squaw Valley and go ice skating
- Go Horse riding into the mountains above Squaw Valley
- Rise early and take a fishing charter on Lake Tahoe
- 18 holes of golf at the Incline Village championship course
- River rafting on the Truckee River
- Snowshoeing or a snowmobile ride through Tahoe forests