Things to do in South Lake Tahoe

No matter what the season, there is always something to do in South Lake Tahoe. Ski and snowboard at legendary resorts like Heavenly Mountain Resort and Squaw Valley USA in the winter. Hike Mt. Tallac or golf at Edgewood Lake Tahoe in the summer.

Vegas-style casinos offer 24-hour gaming excitement and live entertainment. The friendly staff at Royal Valhalla on the Lake can point you where you want to go.
Lake Tahoe. Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in North America with average depths reaching 989 feet. Lake Tahoe is 22 miles long and its waters are 99.7 percent pure. The lake is so clear that a white dinner plate can be seen 78 feet below the surface. Lake Tahoe straddles the Nevada/California border and is accessible for boating and fishing. Visit www.ltva.org.

Harrah’s Lake Tahoe. Harrah’s Lake Tahoe offers 24-hour gaming excitement, award-winning restaurants such as Friday’s Station Steak and Seafood Grill, the relaxing Reflections the Spa, and late-night entertainment. Harrah’s is located within walking distance to Royal Valhalla. Visit www.harrahs.com.

Harveys Resort & Casino. Challenge Lady Luck to a game of 21, craps or roulette at Harveys Resort & Casino. Delicious restaurants and lively bars including Sammy Hagar’s famously fun Cabo Wabo Cantina set the stage for an exciting night on the town. Visit www.harrahs.com.  [Top]
MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa. Mont Bleu Resort Casino & Spa is the newest casino to take up residency at Stateline. This hip 24-hour casino offers Vegas-style gaming, high energy nightclubs, casual and fine dining, and Aveda’s Onsen Spa. Visit www.montbleuresort.com.

Heavenly Gondola. The Heavenly Gondola provides convenient access to Heavenly Mountain Resort from the hotel and casino corridor in South Lake Tahoe. Royal Valhalla on the Lake is walking distance to the Gondola. Eight-passenger cabins whisk visitors 2.4 miles up the mountain to a mid-station observation platform for panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and the Carson Valley. The Gondola operates year-round. Visit www.skiheavenly.com.

Heavenly Village. Heavenly Village, located a half block from the casinos, buzzes with activity. More than 40 chic boutiques, delicious restaurants, art galleries and entertainment venues wind their way along heated cobblestone walkways. The Heavenly Gondola is also located in the heart of the Village. The Royal Valhalla on the Lake offers discount lift tickets to Heavenly. Visit www.skiheavenly.com.  [Top]
Kirkwood Mountain Resort. Kirkwood Mountain Resort consistently receives the most snow of any Lake Tahoe resort. Kirkwood offers over 65 trails for skiing and snowboarding, with the longest one stretching 2.5 miles. Cross-country skiing is also available. Kirkwood Mountain Resort is located approximately 45 minutes from South Lake Tahoe off Highway 88. The Royal Valhalla on the Lake offers discount lift tickets to Kirkwood. Visit www.kirkwood.com.

Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort. Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort offers 2,000 acres of skiing and snowboarding for all skill levels. Group and private lessons are available for children and adults. Terrain parks feature rails, slides and jumps for freestyle riding. Sierra-at-Tahoe is located off Highway 50. Royal Valhalla on the Lake offers discount lift tickets to Sierra. Visit www.sierratahoe.com.

M.S. Dixie II. Cruise Lake Tahoe aboard the M.S. Dixie II paddlewheel boat. Sightseeing tours run year-round and offer interesting narratives of Lake Tahoe history, geography and wildlife. The M.S. Dixie II departs from Zephyr Cove Resort & Marina. Bring your camera – the shore and mountain views are spectacular, especially from Emerald Bay. Visit www.zephyrcove.com.   [Top]
Factory Stores at the Y. Shop for brand names at discount prices at the Factory Stores at the Y in South Lake Tahoe. Van Heusen, Bass Shoes, Geoffrey Beene, and Izod are just a few outlet stores teeming with great deals. Visit www.bluelaketahoe.com.

Squaw Valley USA. Squaw Valley USA, home to the 1960 Winter Olympic Games, offers over 170 ski and snowboard trails accessible by 34 chairlifts. The legendary resort offers terrain for all levels of skiers, and exceptional opportunities for expert skiers and snowboarders. Squaw Valley’s Cable Car is open year-round and transports visitors 2,000 feet to High Camp’s ice skating rink, swimming pool and hot tub, and restaurants. Visit www.squawvalleyusa.com.

Lake Tahoe Cruises. Experience the magnificent size and scenery of Lake Tahoe from the deck of a Mississippi paddlewheel boat. Lake Tahoe Cruises offers a variety of tours including sightseeing tours, sunset and dinner/dance cruises, and the North Shore Aqua Ski Shuttle. The Tahoe Queen departs from Ski Run Marina in South Lake Tahoe. Visit www.zephyrcove.com.  [Top]
Emerald Bay Tour. Emerald Bay is one of the most photographed locations at Lake Tahoe. Various tours of Emerald Bay are offered, including M.S. Dixie II and Tahoe Queen boat cruises and walking tours that pass the historic Vikingsholm Castle nestled on the shore of Emerald Bay. A large parking lot and observation area for taking scenic photos are located above Emerald Bay. Visit www.bluelaketahoe.com.

Spooner Summit. Spooner Summit, located off Highway 50 between South Lake Tahoe and Incline Village, Nevada, offers over 9,000 acres of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter, and fantastic hiking and mountain biking in the summer. The Flume Trail is accessible from Spooner Lake and is popular with mountain bikers. Visit www.spoonerlake.com.

Lakeside Inn and Casino. Small town charm and friendly service distinguish Lakeside Inn and Casino. This 24-hour casino offers a variety of table games, including the largest craps table in Nevada with 10x odds. Friendly dealers are on hand to answer your gaming questions. Lakeside also offers large screen TVs for sports events, $2 Casino Bar drinks and an award-winning prime rib dinner for $8.95. Visit www.lakesideinn.com.  [Top]
Bill’s Lake Tahoe Casino. Tucked between MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa and Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, Bill’s Lake Tahoe Casino is Tahoe’s only non-smoking casino. Slots, progressive and video poker, and traditional table games are available at Bill’s. Visit www.harrahs.com.

Heavenly Village Cinema. Catch the latest Hollywood movie at Heavenly Village Cinemas located in the Heavenly Village. Matinee and evening films are shown daily. Visit www.heavenlyvillagecinema.com.

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe. Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe sits at the highest base elevation of any Lake Tahoe ski resort. Mt. Rose offers 1,200 acres of trails ranging from beginner to expert. The Chutes recently opened for expert skiers and snowboarders. Mt. Rose is the closest Lake Tahoe ski resort to Reno, Nevada. Visit www.mtrose.com.  [Top]
Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe was designed in 1968 by renowned golf course architect George Fazio. The 18-hole, par 72 course plays from 5,567 to 7,445 yards, winding its way along the Lake Tahoe shoreline. Golf Digest Magazine named Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in its list of “America’s Top Golf Courses.” Edgewood Tahoe is home to the annual Celebrity Golf Championship that attracts such players at Michael Jordon, John Elway and Donald Trump. Visit www.edgewoodtahoe.com.

Ski Run Marina. Ski Run Marina in South Lake Tahoe offers shops, restaurants, and complete marina services including beach access, boat and Wave Runner rentals, and sport fishing. Lake Tahoe cruises aboard the Tahoe Queen paddlewheel boat depart from Ski Run Marina. Visit www.skirunmarina.com.  [Top]

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