Things to Do in South Lake Tahoe, CA

  • Our list of the best things to do in South Lake Tahoe, California, features the top 178 nearby activities — including 76 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • South Lake Tahoe, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sights & Landmarks, and Museums & Galleries.
  • The results below include the top 34 things to do within the city of South Lake Tahoe, CA , followed by 144 popular activities in nearby cities, including Carson City, Tahoe City, Incline Village, Stateline, Minden, Gardnerville, Zephyr Cove, Genoa, Truckee, Crystal Bay and Glenbrook
  • Our list of the best things to do in South Lake Tahoe, California, features the top 178 nearby activities — including 76 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • South Lake Tahoe, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sights & Landmarks, and Museums & Galleries.
  • The results below include the top 34 things to do within the city of South Lake Tahoe, CA , followed by 144 popular activities in nearby cities, including Carson City, Tahoe City, Incline Village, Stateline, Minden, Gardnerville, Zephyr Cove, Genoa, Truckee, Crystal Bay and Glenbrook
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18.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Paddleboarding 3080 North Lake Blvd, Ste A, Tahoe City, CA 96145 MoreLess Info
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.
18.2 Miles
95% 167 votes
Visitor Centers Emerald Bay Rd, Tahoe City, CA MoreLess Info
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.
18.2 Miles
90% 10 votes
Lookouts Tahoe City, CA MoreLess Info
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.
18.2 Miles
88% 17 votes
Hiking Trails Highway 89, Tahoe City, CA MoreLess Info
Visitors who enjoy walking, hiking, and exploring will find much to see and do at Tahoe City - South/North Trailheads. Areas of interest include Mt. Rose, the Donner Lake area, Squaw Valley, and Truckee River Canyon.
18.2 Miles
89% 18 votes
Kayaking 521 N Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City, CA 96145 MoreLess Info
Tahoe City Kayak offers kayak and paddleboard rentals, as well as sales, lessons and tours. They also feature rental kayaks or paddleboards delivered to the customer's personal Lake Tahoe destination.
18.2 Miles
88% 8 votes
Historic Districts 560 North Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City, CA MoreLess Info
Travelers can explore pioneer living with a tour of Watson Cabin and its grounds. A registered historical building, this property is the home of the first residents of Tahoe City.
18.2 Miles
64% 22 votes
Kayaking 521 N Lake Bl, Tahoe City, CA 96145 MoreLess Info
At Tahoe City Kayak & Paddleboard, visitors can take standup paddle boards and kayak rentals out on the waters of Lake Tahoe. The shop organizes specialty tours like a 4th of July and lakeside brunch tours.
18.2 Miles
77% 22 votes
Beaches Tahoe City, CA 96145 MoreLess Info
Commons Beach is a half-beach and half-park area popular among local residents. The beach side offers access to the water while the other half offers park amenities like a playground, picnic areas, and weekly live music concerts in the summer.
18.3 Miles
57% 7 votes
Spas 690 N. Lake blvd, Tahoe City, CA MoreLess Info
Clearwater Day Spa is a popular local spa which offers a range of quality services including a variety of massage and facials, spray tanning, waxing and other discount packages under their 'spa specials'. The therapists here are experienced professionals and very attentive.
18.3 Miles
100% 43 votes
Lake Tahoe City, CA MoreLess Info
Donner Lake is a moraine-dammed lake, located next to Interstate 80, next to the town of Truckee. Some of the things you can do here are fishing, hiking, camping or just go for recreation.
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