Tahoe City

Travel Guide

Inspiration Point Vista which includes a lake or waterhole
Emerald Bay State Park showing general coastal views
D. L. Bliss State Park showing boating as well as a couple
Truckee which includes snow
Lake Tahoe featuring landscape views, a lake or waterhole and forests

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. Holiday makers will also enjoy fishing, fine dining, spa time or visiting a casino.

Lake Tahoe has 72 miles (116 kilometres) 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 metres) 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 Meadows and 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 Harbour 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 landscape views, a lake or waterhole and forests

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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Tahoe Tavern Heights

Though Tahoe Tavern Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park.

Tahoe Tavern Heights
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Miramar Heights

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

Miramar Heights
evo Hotel Tahoe City

evo Hotel Tahoe City

4 out of 5
455 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
The price is RM530 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM530
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tahoe City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California ...
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"The staff at this hotel were awesome! Was close to the walking path by the lake. The restaurant next door had wonderful food and morning coffee. The gas fireplace upper floor and lower floor was a nice plus."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

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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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Great view. Limited parking."

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Pepper Tree Inn
Basecamp Tahoe City

Basecamp Tahoe City

3 out of 5
955 North Lake Blvd, P.O. Box 6328, Tahoe City, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Tahoe City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fireplace in the lobby. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
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Basecamp Tahoe City
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Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

2.5 out of 5
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