Location: South Lake Tahoe
Top Things to do in South Lake Tahoe
10 Nature & Parks in South Lake Tahoe That You Shouldn't Miss
South Lake Tahoe is the only destination in the country that combines two
strikingly different worlds: The spectacular beauty of a national park, and all the desirable amenities of a world-class resort. Here you can enjoy a full range of exhilarating outdoor activities – from skiing and snowmobiling,
snowshoeing, sleigh rides and sledding to hiking, biking, kayaking, boating, fishing, swimming, and golf - alongside the excitement of 24-hour nightclubs, fine dining, gaming and entertainment.
Restaurants in South Lake Tahoe
1. Meeks Bay Trail
2. Grass Lake Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
3. Rock House Discount Ski & Snowboard Rentals
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Rock House Discount Ski & Snowboard Rentals has everything you'll need for skiing and snowboarding. Located at 1098 Ski Run Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe just 2 mins from Heavenly Ski Resort. They rent skis, boots, boards, helmets, pants, & jackets. They sell pants, helmets, goggles, gloves, socks, sunglasses, sunscreen etc. They have a full ski & board repair shop. You can get anything from a wax to a full race tune. This family owned business is fast and friendly with well maintained rental gear at discounted prices.
Reviewed By Gwen_Indy - Indianapolis, United States
This is my first time to Tahoe. After reading reviews I decided to try Rock House. I was nervous because I’ve had my own equipment for years but it just got too old. Last year I rented from a great place in Copper Mountain in CO. I was concerned if I’d get quality equipment. I am very happy with how easy it was to get the equipment and get out the door. Return was easy as well. I have no issues with the board or boots. I recommend this place, you’ll get good service and equipment. BONUS - it’s affordable!
4. Rubicon Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By TravellingJan - San Carlos, United States
This is the most beautiful trail with gorgeous views of the turquoise water and interesting rocks, etc...We have to do this hike every time we come up to Tahoe. So incredible! And an easy hike too
5. Glen Alpine Falls
6. Rubicon Peak
7. Rainbow Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
For an easier hike, this handicapped-accessible paved trail provides signs for a self-guided tour.
Reviewed By Christina1119 - New Orleans, United States
The short 1/2 mile walk takes you through different areas & sights. In parts you see the fish spawning & beaver damns. The Aspen Grove were in their foliage change. It leads you into an under ground area where you can view fish & Information about the habitats of the animals in the area. It connects to Taylor Creek which had many viewing areas to see lots of fish. Great walk and a nice area.
8. The Gondola at Heavenly
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,336 reviews
Hop aboard an 8-passenger glass cabin and be whisked 2.4 miles up the side of a mountain for breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Riders can hop off at an observation deck, located half way up, for even more spectacular sights.
Reviewed By ginaa117 - Baltimore, United States
Don’t make the mistake of thinking this is just a ride up the mountain and back! There’s so much to do on this journey in the gondola. There’s a map by the area where you pay/enter. Go check it out to see all of what can be done. There are trails, cafes, restaurants, etc. up on the mountain. The ride itself up was great. Stop off at the observation deck which is about 2/3rds the way up. Get off and take some pics. There’s even a cafe there. When done exploring, jump back into the gondola and continue up to the top. There’s more trails, a restaurant, kids jungle gym, and even a roller coaster! Be warned as there was over an hour wait for the coaster (we didn’t pay extra for this & heard another family stating how long the wait was). We did do the extra 900ft up ski lift from the top where the gondola drops you off. Be sure to fill out your waiver even if only doing the gondola ride so that you can have the option of riding the ski lift as well to go to the very top(it’s free with the purchase of the gondola ride). This was a fabulous day activity and you can easily do this with kids. There were some things like the restaurants that were closed for Covid, but they still offered drinks, chips, prepackaged sandwiches, etc. We even saw people that brought their own lunches and sat at one of the picnic tables at the tippy top. This place is like its own town up on the mountain. They did a great job with cleaning things as well. People were spraying the picnic tables and they had clean/dirty signs on them, spraying down each gondola, etc. We didn’t encounter one employee that wasn’t friendly or that didn’t thank us for visiting!!! It’s is worth the money. Such friendly staff and just a great adventurous day full of great views.
9. Jobs Peak
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
10. Valhalla at Lake Tahoe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 86 reviews
