Lake Tahoe Recreation and Destination travel
Lake Tahoe stands as a premier recreational hub, where nature’s splendor and adventure come together in perfect harmony. With its crystal-clear waters, majestic peaks, and year-round activities, Lake Tahoe captivates the hearts of outdoor enthusiasts and seekers of pristine beauty.
The Jewel of the Sierras
Lake Tahoe, often referred to as the “Jewel of the Sierras,” is renowned for its stunning azure waters, surrounded by lush pine forests and soaring mountain ranges. This iconic destination offers a diverse range of recreational opportunities to suit all seasons and tastes.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., June 27, 2023 – The Fourth of July holiday is next week and marks one of the busiest times of year in the Lake Tahoe Basin. The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has provided the following helpful information and links to ensure a safe holiday weekend at Lake Tahoe. … Read more
South Lake Tahoe, June 22, 2023 – An unprecedented collaboration of public and private sector organizations from the greater Tahoe region have come together to develop a shared vision and destination stewardship plan to better manage outdoor recreation and visitation. For the first time, regional land managers, local governments, visitors authorities, the Washoe Tribe, and … Read more
With 723” of snow this season Freedom Fest is back Olympic Valley, Calif. [May 20, 2023]— Palisades Tahoe is thrilled to announce Freedom Fest 2023, a celebration of the close of a season like no other, taking place from July 1 to July 4. This year’s party is made even more special with Alpine being open … Read more
After an extended winter season, guests can enjoy warm-weather activities, special events, and live music all summer long Olympic Valley, Calif. [June 19, 2023]— Palisades Tahoe ushers in the summer season starting June 26 with music programming, outdoor exploration, and family friendly events. Freedom Fest: Fan favorite Freedom Fest at Palisades Tahoe is back this Fourth of July, and Alpine … Read more
Tahoe Boaters reminded about importance of Boat safety and Inspections During High Water season Stateline, NV – As Lake Tahoe continues to fill to its brim from the melt-off of a record snowpack, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) is reminding boaters about on-the-water safety and aquatic invasive species boat inspections. The agency is highlighting native … Read more
Lake Tahoe Bike Coalition invites Every one to Participate in Tahoe Bike month in June Lake Tahoe, May 31, 2023 – The Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition is an all volunteer organization dedicated to promoting bicycling, bike events, and new bicycle infrastructure such as bike paths and bike lanes throughout the Tahoe region. For 18 years … Read more
Ready to tackle some of the best peak climbs in the Lake Tahoe region? Check out this hiker’s bucket list for some serious adventure inspiration! If you’re an avid hiker looking for a new challenge, the Lake Tahoe region offers some of the best peak climbs in the country. From the stunning views of Mount … Read more
Olympic Valley, Calif. [May 25, 2023]— Palisades Tahoe has acquired two properties as part of the resort’s ongoing efforts to address workforce housing needs. The resort has purchased the Tahoe Vistana Inn in Tahoe Vista California, which has a total of 30 units of varying size, and a multi-unit property in Kings Beach, which has a … Read more
Keep Tahoe bears wild! LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., May 23, 2023 – As temperatures start to warm and snow begins to melt, a new crop of bear cubs are emerging from winter dens with their mothers. Yearlings, which were born last year, are also on the move. Some are still with their mother bears, some are solo … Read more
After a historic winter season with record-breaking snowfall, Tahoe-area resorts look ahead to summer operations and events Lake Tahoe, Calif. – May 11, 2023 – After a historic winter season, Heavenly Mountain Resort, Northstar California, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort are all looking ahead towards summer. Conditions permitting, all three Lake Tahoe-area resorts are targeting Friday, … Read more
A new sport has become popular in summer lakes in the past five years. Lake Tahoe, the nation’s largest Alpine lake and mega attraction for summer fun in the Sierra Nevada, is the new home of Ssummer wake surfing in the west. Wake Surfing has recently become an increasingly popular water sport on Lake Tahoe. … Read more
What to know and why you should get married here So you want to have a destination summer wedding in the Great Northern Nevada? What’s not to love about the beautiful blue waters of Lake Tahoe and the majestic Sierra Nevada range? Really, Northern Nevada is a great location for your summer wedding but there … Read more
With 723” of snow this season Freedom Fest is back Olympic Valley, Calif. [May 15, 2023]— After a hiatus of four years, and a snowfall of 723 inches of snow this season Palisades Tahoe is thrilled to announce the long-awaited return of its beloved Freedom Fest event taking place July 1st – 4th. This marks a … Read more
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – May 1, 2023—Starting today, the California Tahoe Conservancy is closing the Upper Truckee Marsh to dogs. This annual seasonal closure protects birds and other wildlife during the breeding season. People must keep dogs away from the sensitive marsh habitat through July 31. Beginning August 1, people may resume bringing leashed … Read more
South Lake Tahoe, Calif.―Gates and facilities at Van Sickle Bi-State Park will open for the season on May 15, announced the California Tahoe Conservancy. The park’s roads, parking lots, restrooms, and drinking fountains will all become available for visitors, and trash collection will resume. The Conservancy co-manages the 725-acre Van Sickle Bi-State Park with Nevada … Read more
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., May 3, 2023 – Spring conditions in the Lake Tahoe Basin have finally arrived, but our epic winter will likely delay the official opening of many National Forest recreation sites including beaches, campgrounds, forest roads and trailheads. We encourage patience and understanding as we work through the process of opening these sites. “The … Read more
Sierra Nevada Alliance, in collaboration with dozens of groups throughout the Sierra, is pleased to announce the official launch of Take Care Sierra – a recreational stewardship campaign designed to educate visitors and residents about how to take care of the treasured region.The campaign isn’t just about education. It also provides fun and easy ways … Read more
Beach Resort, Great Food and an Exception Chickadee Ridge Snowshoe Adventure Tahoe Vista, March 13, 2023 – In my 29 years of marriage the one thing that has become a standard for us as a couple are overnighter vacations. By overnighter, we often go for only 24 hours. something about getting out of the house … Read more
City Urges Residents to Prepare for Impacts of Rain-on-Snow Event SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA, March 7, 2023 – The National Weather Service has forecast rain over the next week, including a strong atmospheric river beginning on Thursday, March 9. The potential of heavy rainfall across the region brings the threat of flooding and roof collapses. Flooding … Read more
Snowshoeing to Big Meadow has been on my winter hiking bucket list for years. There’s nothing quite like hiking out to a snow filled meadow surrounded by nature, mountains and views in every direction. Big Meadow Trailhead is located off of Highway 89 between Christmas Valley and Hope Valley, south of South Lake Tahoe. The … Read more
Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Will hold webinar for public feedback to be held March 21 – First-Ever Tahoe Regional Trails Strategy Lake Tahoe, CA/NV – March 2, 2023 – Buried beneath an ever-deepening blanket of snow in the Lake Tahoe Basin lie more than 580 miles of official dirt trails that provide recreation, transportation, fitness, and … Read more
Amodei Leads House Reintroduction of Lake Tahoe Restoration Reauthorization Act WASHINGTON, D.C.. March 2, 2023 – Rep. Mark Amodei (NV-02) today announced the reintroduction of the Lake Tahoe Restoration Reauthorization Act, along with original cosponsors: Reps. Dina Titus (NV-01), Susie Lee (NV-03), Steven Horsford (NV-04),and John Garamendi (CA-08). This bipartisan legislation reauthorizes $415 million in funding … Read more
It’s Official: the Audi FIS Ski World Cup Tour cleared for takeoff at Palisades Tahoe for February 24-26th Olympic Valley, Calif.] February 22, 2023—The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) gave the go-ahead for The Stifel Palisades Tahoe Cup to host the Giant Slalom and Slalom scheduled for February 24th-26th. As with every stop on … Read more
Audi FIS Ski World Cup Tour Makes A Stop at Palisades Tahoe Lake Tahoe, February 2023 – Lake Tahoe, the jewel of the Sierra, is never a place of little notice. As the home of some of the Sierra Nevada’s most sought-after outdoor adventure and vacation destinations all year round, Lake Tahoe is also very … Read more
New program makes it easier to live responsibly with bears LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., Jan. 30, 2023 – The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) are proud to support BearWise, the innovative North American program that helps people live more responsibly with bears. The BearWise website, www.bearwise.org, offers a wealth … Read more
Sierra Nevada – December30, 2022 – Winter in the Sierra. We live and die by the storms that bring the snow and wind. As we sit here one day form New Years Eve 2022, the Sierra awaits its next weather maker storm. This storm has potential to cause blizzard type conditions across the sierra through … Read more
A Winter Morning Adventure to catch a Lake Tahoe Mackinaw Lake Tahoe, NV – December 29, 2022 – Being on a boat in Lake Tahoe is most often a reference for summer fun in most conversations. However the text came through from a friend yesterday saying “The winds look good for a great Mackinaw fishing … Read more
An Afternoon Snowshoe Adventure on the Trail of Champions Tahoma Ca, – Lake Tahoe- State Parks – The Ed Z’berg Sugar Pine State park is easy groomed trail experience in winter good for all skill levels of cross country skiing, snowshoeing or different types of Nordic skills. The Tahoe sugar pines and lush forests lining … Read more
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. Dec. 8, 2022 – From athlete panel sessions about backcountry safety to expert talks about snowpack science and the impacts of wildfires on snow conditions, the third annual Tahoe Backcountry Safety Awareness Week is chock full of in-person and virtual events curated by Take Care Tahoe that focus on the dangers of the … Read more
Lake Tahoe NV, November 30, 2022 – Today in Lake Tahoe the Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority & Oak View Group Reveal Naming Rights Partner for Tahoe Events Center. Scheduled to open in July of 2023 and feature Concerts, Sporting Events, Conferences and More. Guest will officially be visiting the New Tahoe Blue Event Center. Matt … Read more
Lake Tahoe Ca – Located on the magical West Shore of Lake Tahoe, Homewood Mountain Resort has been offering a family-friendly winter experience since 1961. Winner of the 2013 National Ski Areas Association Golden Eagle award for environmental stewardship, as well as the 2013 California Governor’s Environmental and Economic Leadership Award, Homewood continues to offer … Read more
Diamond Peak Expected Open Date Dec. 8, 2022 Lake Tahoe Ca – Diamond Peak Ski Resort is Lake Tahoe’s hidden gem. Located above Incline Village, things are different here. This is a community-owned resort with breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe; miles of welcoming, uncrowded runs; easy access from the parking lot to the slopes; a dedicated Child … Read more
Lake Tahoe CA, November 10- 2022 – The latest winter storm dropped up to 4 feet of snow on local Lake Tahoe ski resorts in the Sierra. Creating opportunity for the major ski resorts to open early in Lake Tahoe region. Today NorthStar, Heavenly and Kirkwood, all Vail resorts in Lake Tahoe announced they would … Read more
Forecast Calls for Weekends Storm Activity with More Snow Lake Tahoe Ca, November 3, 2022 – An Early season storm has brought hope for a good ski and snow season in the Sierra. Leaving behind several inches of base snow, the Sierra today starts to evaluate and plan for the next wave that potentially will … Read more
Park grounds remain open year round South Lake Tahoe, Calif.―October 27, 2022―Gates and facilities at Van Sickle Bi-State Park will close for the winter season on November 1, announced the California Tahoe Conservancy. The park grounds remain open all year to pedestrian access. The Conservancy co-manages the 725-acre Van Sickle Bi-State Park with Nevada State … Read more
Keep Tahoe bears wild! LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., Oct. 27, 2022 – Fall is underway in the Tahoe Basin and Lake Tahoe bears are hungry! Autumn is the time of year when bears enter hyperphagia, a phase they go through when they seek massive amounts of calories before entering their winter dens. It’s important that residents and … Read more
Lake Tahoe Basin Tree Permits will Be sold In Person Only This Season SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., Oct. 26, 2022 –Cutting a Christmas tree offers families a traditional holiday experience and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) is pleased to announce the sale of Christmas tree permits begins Monday, Nov. 14, … Read more
Palisades Tahoe Unites Legends This Season with the Base to Base Gondola Lake Tahoe, Ca – October 19, 2022- Unless you are living under a rock you are will aware of the new Gondola Ride that will be offered in 2022-23 ski season at Palisades/ Alpine in Lake Tahoe. With this new innovation and change comes … Read more
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., Oct. 6, 2022 – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has begun the annual process of closing recreational facilities around the Lake Tahoe Basin for the winter season. Seasonal closures apply to many National Forest recreation sites including beaches, campgrounds, picnic areas and forest roads. Campgrounds, picnic areas, … Read more
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Fire Fest will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside the Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe. Admission is free and it’s a great opportunity for families to have fun while learning about safety and conservation. Helicopters will star this year as they land just … Read more