Tahoe City

Travel Guide

Inspiration Point Vista
Emerald Bay State Park
D. L. Bliss State Park
Truckee showing snow
Lake Tahoe featuring a lake or waterhole, landscape views and forest scenes

Explore the shores of this stunning alpine lake and get active on the mountain slopes, with plenty of beaches, nature parks, casinos and ski resorts to choose from.

With its mountainous backdrop and cobalt-blue water, Lake Tahoe is a striking sight. It’s situated in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, which makes it a magnet for winter-sports enthusiasts. When the snow melts, the crowds keep coming for summer activities. Choose between skiing, snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking and much more. Vacationers will also enjoy fishing, fine dining, spa time or visiting a casino.Lake Tahoe has 72 miles (116 kilometers) of shoreline. It straddles the border of California (west) and Nevada (east) and is the second deepest lake in the United States. The sun shines most of the year and the snowfall averages 600 inches (15 meters) per year.Shuttle buses from Reno-Tahoe International Airport will bring you to all sides of the lake. The wider area is best explored by car, while the water shuttle is great for hopping between docks along the shores in summer. Sprawling forest reserves, such as Emerald Bay State Park, cover the Californian side of the lake. Tahoe City and Kings Beach offer good lake-side attractions. Nearby ski resorts are Squaw Valley Alpine Meadowsand Homewood Mountain. The Bavarian-style Sugar Bowl Resort is located near Truckee. Heavenly Mountain Resort in South Lake Tahoe spreads from California to Nevada and beats all the other resorts in size and attractions. The Nevada side of the lake has casinos and more resorts and beaches. In summer, swim at Sand Harbor or Zephyr Cove Beach. Lake Tahoe is a popular destination for its easy access, amazing scenery and year-round activities. Arrive early in the day and ride the slopes or kayak on the lake. By afternoon, try horseback riding or simply relax and read a book by the shore. In the evening, dine in one of the restaurants overlooking one of America’s most beautiful lakes.

Where to stay in Tahoe City

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Dollar Point

While visiting Dollar Point, you might make a stop by sights like Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area and Tahoe City Field Station.

Dollar Point
Lake Tahoe featuring a lake or waterhole, landscape views and forest scenes

Downtown Tahoe City

If you're spending some time in Downtown Tahoe City, Stateline Lookout and Tahoe City Marina are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Tahoe City
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Lake Forest

While visiting Lake Forest, you might make a stop by sights like Tahoe City Field Station and Burton Creek Nature Preserve.

Lake Forest
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Tahoe Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tahoe Park and surrounding area, you can visit Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park.

Tahoe Park
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Talmont

While Talmont isn't home to many top sights, Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Talmont
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Pineland

Though Pineland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hurricane Bay and Granlibakken Resort Ski Area.

Pineland
Pepper Tree Inn

Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
645 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
Stay at this 3-star motel in Tahoe City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
Pepper Tree Inn
evo Hotel Tahoe City

evo Hotel Tahoe City

4 out of 5
455 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €155 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
€155
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tahoe City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (131 reviews)
"Perfect location! Small but clean and comfortable!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

evo Hotel Tahoe City
Granlibakken Tahoe

Granlibakken Tahoe

3 out of 5
725 Granlibakken Road, PO Box 6329, Tahoe City, CA
Stay at this 3-star spa resort in Tahoe City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Granlibakken Tahoe
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rustic Lake Front Family Cabin with Beautiful Views

Rustic Lake Front Family Cabin with Beautiful Views

Carnelian Bay
Stay at this cabin in Tahoe City. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and Hwy 28 at Old County Rd ...
Rustic Lake Front Family Cabin with Beautiful Views
Lakefront Retreat in Tahoe City- large home in Dollar Point

Lakefront Retreat in Tahoe City- large home in Dollar Point

Tahoe City
Stay at this vacation home in Tahoe City. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and Skylandia ...
Lakefront Retreat in Tahoe City- large home in Dollar Point
Tahoe Mountain Retreat

Tahoe Mountain Retreat

Carnelian Bay
Stay at this vacation home in Tahoe City. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (208 reviews)
"We had an awesome time. The house was perfect. The water views were some of the best I've ever seen"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Tahoe Mountain Retreat
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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