Free & Cheap Things to Do in South Lake Tahoe, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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42.8 Miles
86% 37 votes
History Museums 1650 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89503 MoreLess Info
The Nevada Historical Society was founded in 1904 and is focused on preserving and presenting the state's history. In addition to the displays and exhibits, the society's museum features specialty education programs.
42.8 Miles
32% 22 votes
Movie Theaters 1250 Victorian Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431 MoreLess Info
Century 14 Cinema is a movie theater that shows the latest releases in 3-D and digital formats. They are known for their $5 Tuesdays which show movies for only $5 a ticket.
42.8 Miles
The Sparks Heritage Museum features an array of exhibits, many of which focus on the area's railroad heritage. The museum also features exhibits on the region's agricultural tradition and role in the space program.
43.1 Miles
84% 128 votes
Marinas 300 Howard Drive, Sparks, NV 89434 MoreLess Info
Visitors to Sparks Marina Park can partake in a variety of activities at this green oasis in the desert. The park offers beaches, swimming, fishing piers, volleyball courts, playgrounds, walking paths, and a dog park.
43.2 Miles
55% 31 votes
Bowling 250 Wild Island Ct., Sparks, NV 89434 MoreLess Info
A part of the Wild Island Family Adventure Park, Coconut Bowl is a bowling alley with 32 public lanes and two rentable bowling garages. All lanes have glow capacity, as well.
43.3 Miles
78% 95 votes
Movie Theaters 1170 Scheels Drive, Sparks, NV 89434 MoreLess Info
Galaxy Luxury Theater + IMAX offers not only IMAX movies but reclining power seats, all digital sound and projection and two 4K screens featuring Dolby ATMOS sound. They also have a bar that serves beer and cocktails.
43.4 Miles
71% 7 votes
Farms & Ranches 2501 Carson Road, Placerville, CA 95667 MoreLess Info
Goldbud Farms grows a wide range of fruits that are hand-picked and shipped to consumers. Selection of fruit include peaches, nectarines, jammy plums, Bartlett and Asian peers along with sweet apples.
44.1 Miles
100% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 98 Richards Way, Sparks, NV 89431 MoreLess Info
Sparks City Parks & Recreation aims to provide meaningful activities and events for the community with various sports leagues, camps, senior outings, community classes, activities for those with disabilities and much more.
44.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Arts Centers 1353 Baring Blvd, Sparks, NV 89434 MoreLess Info
Dance City Performing Arts Center is a dance studio and instructional facility that offers training in a wide variety of dance styles, including ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and contemporary, as well as musical theater.
45.5 Miles
100% 7 votes
Parks 1750 Shadow Ln, Sparks, NV 89434 MoreLess Info
Built in 1988, Pah Rah Mountain Park features a playground geared towards children with disabilities. Attractions include extensive walking paths, various sporting facilities, horseshoe pits, picnic areas, and public restrooms.
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