Lake Tahoe Vacation

Introduction to Lake Tahoe

In the morning, the lake's blue turns to silver. Small waves chase each other ashore, lapping quietly. A yellow kayak glides gently by, white paddles flashing in the sun. Suddenly, there's a sound like a brass band playing broken trumpets, and a baker's dozen Canada geese splash down. The morning clouds give way to blue skies. It's time to go out and explore again. Here are some ideas for your Lake Tahoe vacation:

Lake Tahoe Vacation for Family Fun

• Take a rafting trip on the Truckee River.

• Go swimming at Sand Harbor.

• Hike the Tahoe Rim Trail.

• Rent a boat, paddleboat, Jet Ski, kayak or bicycles.

Active All Day on your Lake Tahoe Vacation

• Rent a Jet Ski or Sea-Doo.

• Go parasailing.

• Go swimming at Sand Harbor.

• Go whitewater rafting.

• Go skiing.

• Hike the Tahoe Rim Trail.

Romantic Lake Tahoe Vacation

• Take a dinner boat cruise.

• Stay at the romantic Shore House.

• Take a hot air balloon ride.

• Go rafting on the Truckee River.

• See a show at a casino.

• Get married!

History Lovers' Lake Tahoe Vacation

• Visit the Tallac Historic Site and find out why Lucky Baldwin was "lucky."

• Visit Vikingsholm, for its authentic Scandinavian architecture.

• Visit the Ehrman Mansion.

• Explore the Truckee Museum.

• Visit Carson City.

A Bit of Culture on your Lake Tahoe Vacation

• Go to the Tahoe Shakespeare Festival.

• Visit the Tallac Historic site for its cultural arts programs.