- 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Construction of the Capitol Complex was finished in 1870. The three buildings of the complex include the Nevada State Capitol building, the Legislative Building, and the Supreme Court which can be toured by the public during business hours.
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2180 South Carson Street, Carson City, NV 89701
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Preserving the railroad heritage of Nevada is the core of the Nevada State Railroad Museum. Exhibits highlight locomotives, cars, and the railroads themselves in addition to the hands-on activities like handcar rides and train rides.
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Commons Beach Park is a four-plus-acre area that is ideal for picnicking, swimming, and sunbathing. The location also features a large lakefront playground for children to enjoy during their visit.
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Warren Engine Co. No. 1 Museum is a public museum that celebrates an all-volunteer firehouse that was founded in 1863 and named after the Revolutionary War hero, General Joseph Warren. The museum displays historic artifacts, including antique uniforms and fire hoses.