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800-GO-TAHOE (468-2463)
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The largest alpine lake in the world, Lake Tahoe is one of America’s treasures. Mark Twain called Lake Tahoe “the fairest picture the whole earth affords.” The eighth deepest lake in the world and second deepest in the U.S., Lake Tahoe has an average depth of 980 feet with its deepest point being 1,645 feet. It holds approximately 10 trillion gallons, enough to cover California to a depth of 14.5 inches. Highlights include Zephyr Cove and Sand Harbor State Park, which has beautiful beaches and hosts the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival in late summer. Lake Tahoe also offers many recreational and entertainment opportunities, including skiing in winter, golf and water sports in summer and exciting nightlife at its state line casino resorts. Lake Tahoe is 32 miles southwest of Reno/Sparks on the Nevada/California state line.
Ehrman Mansion
7595 W. Lake Blvd., Sugar Pine Point State Park, Tahoma, CA
530-525-7982
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Built in 1903, the rustic but grand, wood-paneled, three-storied house was equipped with the very best utility systems and was surrounded by carefully planted trees, lawns and flowerbeds.
Today, the house, a fascinating example of the “opulent” tradition in Tahoe summer homes, serves as a house museum, complete with furnishings.
Fanny Bridge & Truckee River Outlet
Located on Hwy 89, Tahoe City, CA
fannybridge.com
This site gets its name from visitors bending over its bridge to see trout in the Truckee River. Here at Lake Tahoe’s only outlet, you can observe giant trout in the river below the dam. No fee. All year.
Gatekeeper’s Museum
130 W. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA
530-583-1762
gatekeepersmuseum.com
The Gatekeeper’s Museum features exhibits about the cultural history of the Tahoe Basin. The museum hosts the Marion Steinbach Indian Basket collection which includes over 800 utilitarian and gift baskets from 85 Native American tribes. Located lakeside in William B. Layton Park-a great site for your wedding or special event!! Open May-Oct; Daily 10am-5pm, weather permitting-call in advance if severe weather is predicted.
Tahoe Maritime Museum
5205 West Lake Blvd., Homewood, CA
530-525-9253
bluelaketahoe.com
Tahoe Maritime Museum in Homewood is in a new 5,800 square foot facility with an interactive exhibit, children’s visiting area and community gathering area. The museum, reminiscent of an old boathouse, showcases the history of boating in Lake Tahoe. Several historical watercraft, including the Shanghai, an 1890s excursion, and Redskin, a rare 1912 Canadian-built displacement boat, are on display.
Tahoe Whitewater Tours
303 Alpine Meadows Rd., Tahoe City, CA
530-581-2441
gowhitewater.com
Guided raft and inflatable kayak tours on the American, Carson and Truckee Rivers. Half and full day tours. Class II-IV whitewater. Kayak lessons and float tube rentals. Offices in Reno, N. Tahoe and Auburn.
 Thunderbird Lodge
5000 Hwy 28, Incline Village, NV
775-828-3536
thunderbirdlodge.org
This magical estate was constructed in the late 1930s for eccentric millionaire playboy, George Whittell Jr. The non-profit Thunderbird Lodge Preservation Society offers tours Jun, Sep and Oct Tue-Thu and Jul and Aug Tue-Sat. Call 1-800-GO-TAHOE (468-2463) for tickets and tour information.
UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center
291 Country Club Dr., Incline Village
775-881-7566
bluelaketahoe.com
The UC Davis Thomas J. Long Foundation Education Center provides visitors insight into why Lake Tahoe is unique and how science and research are used to restore and protect Lake Tahoe for future generations. The only Lake Tahoe science center includes a research vessel, virtual laboratory and 3-D visualization lab exhibits and is located inside the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences. We offer guided tours and lively demonstrations for adults and families with kids ages 8 and up. For people trying to build greener homes and workplaces, there are working examples of sustainable design, construction and landscaping as part of our green building tours.
Angora Lakes
Angora Ridge Rd., South Lake Tahoe, CA
800-250-8013
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A short hike will lead you to Upper and Lower Angora Lakes, a place for the whole family to enjoy. This gem is a local favorite with its large sandy beach and plenty of shallow water for kids. Older kids can find rocks and even cliffs to jump off. The best part about Angora Lakes is the fresh squeezed lemonade offered at the on-site convenience store. There are even rental boats available.
Camp Richardson Historic Resort & Marina
1900 Jameson Beach Rd., South Lake Tahoe, CA
800-544-1801
camprichardson.com
Camp Richardson is a year-round destination resort for pure relaxation offering historic lodging, camping, boating, biking, beach-going, lakeside dining, cross-country skiing, sleigh rides and more. All on the south shore of one of the most beautiful alpine lakes in the world and just minutes from world-class ski/board resorts and casinos.
Emerald Bay State Park/Fannette Island
South Lake Tahoe, CA
530-541-6498
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Spend a day checking out one of the most photogenic spots in the world. Located in the southwest corner of the lake, Emerald Bay affords amazing views of the mountains, the lake and Tahoe’s only island, Fannette Island. You can hike around the many trails down to the lake or up to the breathtaking waterfall.
Explore Tahoe: An Urban Trailhead
4114 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA
530- 542-2908
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“Explore Tahoe,” located on the bottom floor of the Heavenly Village Transit Center and billed as an “urban trailhead” by its designers, entwines a wealth of natural history, recreation and transportation information. A large plasma screen television displaying continuous clips about the Lake Tahoe Basin and a kid’s table with a wildlife guessing game are a few of the many features.
Fallen Leaf Lake
Hwy 89, North of Camp Richardson Stables,
South Lake Tahoe, CA
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Fallen Leaf Lake is the largest of three glacially carved valleys pouring out of Desolation Wilderness into Tahoe’s southwest shore. Surrounded by the flanks of Mt. Tallac on the west and Angora Ridge on the east Fallen Leaf Lake offers camping, hiking, beach, swimming, sailing, canoes, motor boats, cabins, cliffs, fishing and a general store.
Lake Tahoe Historical Society Museum
3058 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA
530-541-5458
bluelaketahoe.com
Located between the Visitor’s Center and the Senior Center, Lake Tahoe Historical Society Museum features fascinating history of the Tahoe Basin, a large collection of photos and a museum shop with a large book collection, cards and gift items. Winter hours Fri-Sat 11am-3pm with free admission. Memorial Day through Labor Day open Wed-Mon. Closed Tues.
Lake Tahoe Rim Trail
Lake Tahoe, CA
tahoerimtrail.org
One of the world’s premier trails, the Tahoe Rim Trail is 165
miles of a single-track multi-use trail. The trail is open to bikers, hikers and equestrians. The trail passes through California and Nevada, six counties, one state park, three national forests and three natural wilderness areas. Visit the website for trail heads and maps.
Lake Tahoe Visitor Center at Taylor Creek
Located 3 miles north of South Lake Tahoe, on the lake side of Hwy. 89, CA
530-543-2674
Open weekends Memorial Day weekend thru mid-Jun. Open
mid-June through September. October operation to be determined, please call. Taylor Creek offers Ranger-led programs and self-guided tours and the Stream Profile Chamber is where the annual run of Kokanee Salmon can be observed in October.
Logan Shoals Vista Point
US Hwy 50, North of Cave Rock, Zephyr Cove
888-434-1262
The Logan Shoals Vista Point is off US Highway 50 and on the north side of Cave Rock. Roadside signs make this popular viewing area easy to find. Expect to see breathtaking views across the lake and you can see Emerald Bay. Many people come here to picnic, or simply to capture the views on their camera.
Tahoe Classic Yacht
Located on the grounds of Pope and Valhalla Estates,
adjacent to Camp Richardson, South Lake Tahoe, CA
530-544-2307
bluelaketahoe.com
A unique Maritime museum highlighting the rich history of Tahoe’s past. This museum exhibits large and small watercrafts and a variety of antique engines. At this museum you can see how visitors traveled the waters before there were adequate roads.
Tallac Historic Site
1 Valhalla Rd., S. Lake Tahoe, CA
530-541-4975 or 800-AT-TAHOE (288-2463)
valhallatahoe.com
This Tahoe site is home to three estates used as summer retreats during the Roaring 20’s by wealthy California families: Pope, McGonagle and Heller (Valhalla). Call for information on touring the site (on the southwest shore of Lake Tahoe).
Vikingsholm Castle
11001 Emerald Bay Rd. (Hwy 89)
S. Lake Tahoe, CA
530-525-7277 or 530-525-7232
vikingsholm.com
Located in Lake Tahoe’s Emerald Bay State Park, this 39-room castle is one of the finest examples of Scandinavian architecture in North America. Tours offered from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Washoe Indian Cultural Exhibit inside the Baldwin Estate at Tallac Historic Site
Tallac Historic Site, South Lake Tahoe, CA
530-541-5227
bluelaketahoe.com
The Washoe exhibit, created by the tribe, is housed in the Baldwin Estate portion of the Tallac Historic Site, a National Register District managed by the US Forest Service. It is located approximately 4 miles west of the junction of California State Highway 89 and US Highway 50, along the south shore of Lake Tahoe.
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