- The list below includes 110 free or cheap things to do in or near South Lake Tahoe, California, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Mountains, Hiking Trails and Mini Golf.
- From Mt. Tallac Trail to Pope Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in South Lake Tahoe and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Tahoe City, Carson City, Incline Village and Stateline.
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The Baldwin Museum is a historical railroad musum featuring a knowledgeable staff. Guests can learn about the history of the vehicles, as well as how they were restored and the ongoing work to continue to restore old trains.
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A traditional bowling center, Carson Lanes features 28 bowling lanes used for open and league bowling. The center offers a bar and lounge, billiard tables, day care service, arcade games and a diner.
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Located in a former schoolhouse, Stewart Indian Cultural Center offers self-guided walking tours of the building with memorabilia relevant to the region's Native American culture. The center hosts community events like powwows and fund raising events.
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130 W. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA
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The North Lake Tahoe Historical Society & Gatekeepers Museum is held within a reconstruction of the original Gatekeeper's Cabin on the same site where it used to stand. The collection in the museum showcases Tahoe history and includes a resource library.
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Lake Tahoe’s Gatekeeper’s Museum is located in a replica of the original Gatekeeper’s Cabin, occupied by the watermaster who controlled water flow from the lake. The museum has a variety of displays about local history.
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55 w. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA
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Truckee River Rafting gives lessons and group excursions in rafting. The water I not too challenging, and is a good option for the whole family.
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Located on the edge of the river, Truckee River Bike Trail is a paved trail open to cyclists, joggers, and rollerbladers. From the path, visitors have panoramic views of the river and surrounding forests.
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3080 North Lake Blvd, Ste A, Tahoe City, CA 96145
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With Best Shore Paddle LLC, visitors can reserve canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards to take out on the lake. The company will deliver the rentals directly to a location on the lake, a hotel, or a cabin.
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Just a little off Route 89 is the Inspiration Point Vista which offers some breathtaking views of Emerald Bay. Refreshments and restrooms are available but good parking spots might be difficult to find.
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For those unafraid of heights, Stateline Lookout is a trail with an excellent overlook of the surrounding area. Climb to 7100 feet to get the best view.