Tag Archives: Lake Tahoe
Visitor’s Guide to Lake Tahoe Fishing
The secret is out. Fishing in Lake Tahoe is some of the best in the country. The deep, pure waters of the largest alpine lake in North America are teeming with trout, salmon and other sport fish. But with so many options, it’s hard to know where to drop in a line. We’ve put together this Lake Tahoe Fishing Guide…
Be Bear Aware in Lake Tahoe
Every animal that lives at Lake Tahoe plays a role in the natural ecosystem. Whether they’re in the air or down into the depths of our crystal waters, each creature is as wild and wonderful as the next. They took up residency here long before we moved in, so we want to do our part to be the best house…
Snow Play & Lake Days: Spring in North Lake Tahoe is the Best of Both Worlds
Some people say you can’t have the best of both worlds. Those folks obviously haven’t experienced spring in beautiful North Lake Tahoe. Few places in the U.S. provide you the opportunity to ski in the morning and kayak in the afternoon or take in the frosty scenery while snowshoeing across the backcountry, followed by a walk and picnic on a…
Q&A: A Guide to Lila’s north shore stomping grounds
Top 5 places to train (in Tahoe?) for upcoming ski races: Diamond Peak. Sugar Bowl. Palisades Tahoe. Incline Rec Center (spin bikes, BBall court, space for race preparation). Barton Health Center of Excellence and their affiliates on North Shore. Otherwise I travel so often that we usually train near the race venues in Europe, USA or Canada! Lila Lapanja is…
A Lovers’ Guide to North Lake Tahoe: Date Ideas for Spending Valentine’s Day in the Sierra
February weather is the ideal excuse to get nice and cozy with the one you love or get away with good friends or family this Valentine’s. With the snow-covered mountains as the perfect backdrop, North Lake Tahoe is a must for a winter adventure to remember. With Valentine’s Day on a Monday this year, you can make it a long…
Lake Tahoe Ranked "Best Lake in America" by USA Today
Another accolade for Big Blue. Lake Tahoe was recently ranked the “Best Lake in America” in a survey by USA Today having garnered 5,000 votes via Facebook and Twitter. There were 15 finalists selected by regional magazine editors. Lake Tahoe was nominated by Peter Fish of Sunset, who described the lake as “a summer escape hatch.” “Lake Tahoe resonates…
North Lake Tahoe is For Families
Is Lake Tahoe Family-Friendly? Yes! Lake Tahoe is very family-friendly. There are many activities for kids of all ages to enjoy year-round, making a family vacation in Lake Tahoe a great choice. Below are just a few of the top reasons why Lake Tahoe is the all-ages getaway. Which Side of Lake Tahoe is Best for Families? Whether you're in…
Top 10 Dog-Friendly Lodgings at Tahoe
Dogs love Lake Tahoe. There’s plenty of hiking, swimming, beaches, and dog-friendly activities to explore. For adventurous pups, there are even rafting and boating options. Lake Tahoe loves dogs too. Stop by the Incline Village Visitors Center or the Tahoe City Post Office and your pup will be greeted with a smile and a treat. Finding the right place to…
Take a Hike to Connect with Tahoe & Yourself
In Tahoe we’re fortunate to have the mother of all hiking trails right in our backyard. The famed Tahoe Rim Trail is a 165-mile dirt path looping around the entire lake, following the ridges that bound the Tahoe Basin. You can backpack it in its entirety in about 14 consecutive days. But if you don’t have that time commitment, check…
Tahoe SUP – It’s a Culture
Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) at Tahoe isn’t just another activity. It’s a lifestyle. They say invention is the mother of necessity. For Nate Brouwer it was the opposite. After numerous sunset paddles across Tahoe in the company of his dog Stella he figured out that his board sucked. His impulse to design the perfect SUP for flat water touring,…
Cycling Tahoe: The Locals Picks
The esteemed Amgen Tour of California passes through Lake Tahoe for its Stage 1 and Stage 2 legs. The Tour has successfully introduced the world to what locals have known for years – nothing beats biking in Lake Tahoe. Whether you’re tearing it up via a thousand dollar-plus road bike around Lake Tahoe’s scenic 72-mile shoreline, maneuvering the dirt tracks…
