- The list below includes 119 free or cheap things to do in or near Tahoe City, California, including 66 different types of inexpensive activities like Lake, Kayaking, Rafting and Bike Paths.
- From Eagle Falls Trail to Donner Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Tahoe City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carson City, Truckee, Incline Village and South Lake Tahoe.
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48.4 Miles
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South Lake Tahoe / Placerville area, Placerville, CA 95667
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The immense Eldorado National Forest is located in Placerville, California. The Forest has more than 80 camp sites and abundant picnic facilities. It also contains many lakes and popular hiking trails.
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El Dorado National Forest features 80 developed campgrounds and picnic areas, hundreds of miles of roads and trails and abundant wildlife and plants. There are also numerous lakes, reservoirs, rivers and streams for fishing and water sports.
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The Gold Rush community of the local area is put on display at the El Dorado County Museum. Old mining tools and railroad equipment make up a large portion of the collection that is on diplay.
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The most notable landmark in downtown Placerville, California is the Bell Tower. It is also one of the oldest parts of the city. The Bell Tower stands as a monument to fallen firefighters.
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For a look at one of the richest and largest gold mines in California, visitors check out Bourne Cottage. The mine was closed in 1956 after producing over 5 million ounces of gold and now guests can enjoy tours of the area.
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10791 E. Empire St, Grass Valley, CA 95945
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From 1850 to it closing in 1956, the Empire Mine State Historic Park produced more than 5.8 million ounces of gold. The park still contains many of the original mine buildings, the owner's cottage, mining tunnels and a restored garden.
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Mini golf, go-carts, batting cages and an arcade are all available at the 49er Family Fun Park. The park hosts several special events and offers a variety of packages for private parties.
49.1 Miles
Sierra Cinemas features four screens, two with 3D, for showing new movie releases. The theater also offers screenings of productions from the National Theater, Metropolitan Opera and the Bolshoi Ballet.
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Built by bowlers, Prosperity Lanes offers recreational and league bowling and is open seven days a week. The facility features a bar and grill, pro shop, special events and accommodations for parties.
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The Del Oro Theatre features movies as well as live performances such as 'The Nutcracker'. The theatre has a movie club, features live opera performances, and also has 9 auditoriums that are fitted with state-of-the-art sound and picture technology.