10 Things to do Adventurous in North Lake Tahoe That You Shouldn't Miss

June 15, 2021 Augustus Redeker

Discover the best top things to do in North Lake Tahoe, North Lake Tahoe including HeliTahoe, Tahoe Whitewater Tours, IRIE Rafting Company, Truckee River Raft Company, Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks, Matt Heron Fly Fishing, Tahoe Snowshoe Tours, Le Grand Adventure Tours, Alpenglow Expeditions, Tributary Whitewater Tours.
Restaurants in North Lake Tahoe

1. HeliTahoe

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5.0 based on 296 reviews

HeliTahoe

Book a tour...prepare to be enchanted! Treat yourselves to the experience of a lifetime with HeliTahoe . Departing from the South Tahoe Airport, Truckee, Resort at Squaw Creek, our flights provide dazzling vistas of Lake Tahoe’s most famous sights. The bird’s-eye view of Emerald Bay – one of America’s most photographed sites - will never be forgotten. Our tours offer a one-of-a-kind glimpse of North America's largest and most beautiful alpine locations - Lake Tahoe.

2. Tahoe Whitewater Tours

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5.0 based on 122 reviews

Tahoe Whitewater Tours

Tahoe Whitewater Tours is a family owned and operated company. Our goal to provide you with the most memorable river experience possible. Work with our team to experience a whitewater rafting, kayaking, or tubing the thrill of a lifetime.

3. IRIE Rafting Company

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5.0 based on 42 reviews

IRIE Rafting Company

At IRIE Rafting Company, a california benefit corporation, our number one priority is your experience in the outdoors! We've been exploring California's beautiful and exciting white water rivers for more than 20 years, and know what it takes to make your IRIE white water rafting experience an adventure you won't forget. We've got the trip to suit your style and your budget. Half-day Class III white water rafting trip on the Truckee with the family? No problem. Multi-day wilderness trip on the Middle Fork American? Done. Non-stop Class IV rapids on the North Fork American with the bachelorette or bachelor party? Perfect.

4. Truckee River Raft Company

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5.0 based on 220 reviews

Truckee River Raft Company

Truckee River Raft Company is the original Lake Tahoe Rafting company. We are located on River Road/Highway 89 in the heart of Tahoe City, California. Our raft excursions consist of a leisurely, self-guided, five-mile float down the Truckee River. Our voyage is perfect for family and friends ages 2 and up. You’ll cruise through mellow and serene areas with picturesque mountain views and lively little rapids, punctuated here and there with perfect swimming holes and picnic spots. We happily welcome dogs and encourage you to bring lunch and drinks (but remember, NO Styrofoam or glass) or just enjoy the view! The adventure usually takes 2 to 3 hours to complete and we are the ONLY rafting concession that exits directly onto the River Ranch Patio.

5. Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks

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5.0 based on 2,111 reviews

Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks

Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks currently have 3 locations in the Lake Tahoe area to serve you, Tahoe City, Squaw Valley, and Tahoe Vista. The Tahoe City and Tahoe Vista locations offer approx. 90 tree platforms, 60 bridges, and 30 zip lines with the Squaw Valley location offering approx. 20 platforms connected by 15 bridges, 6 zip lines and the 50' Alpine Tower climbing structure. Tahoe Treetop has courses for adults, kids 5+, and team building groups. Hours of unforgettable, super-fun activity for the whole family!

6. Matt Heron Fly Fishing

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5.0 based on 160 reviews

Matt Heron Fly Fishing

Matt Heron Fly Fishing is an all inclusive fly fishing school and outfitter in North Lake Tahoe, CA. Our school is widely regarded as one of the best in the country, offering daily classes on our private stocked ponds, spring through fall. Our year round outfitter is based out of Truckee CA, and provides trips on the Truckee River, Little Truckee River and Sawmill Lake. We also have access to many other creeks and lakes, as well as private water options. During the winter, we host trips to some of the worlds finest saltwater destinations and lodges. Next time you're in Tahoe, let our talented team of experienced guides and instructors show you an amazing experience on the water!

7. Tahoe Snowshoe Tours

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5.0 based on 85 reviews

Tahoe Snowshoe Tours

Tahoe's most beautiful, interactive wildlife photography snowshoe experience. Offering pro photos & personal giclée & metal art of you: tahoesnowshoetours.COM !

8. Le Grand Adventure Tours

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5.0 based on 38 reviews

Le Grand Adventure Tours

Le Grand Adventure Tours offers global destination adventure tours allowing you to enjoy mountain biking, road biking, skiing, snowboarding, surfing, yoga and more. Our experiences and activities take you to explore the exhilarating road less travelled. With our intimate knowledge of the terrain, passion for quality, service and safety, why not come explore with us? Our wide range of sports combined with rich culture, amazing local food & wine – set in the heart of some of the world’s most spectacular scenery. We have a passion for the outdoors, adventure, sports, traveling the world and building one’s dreams into a reality. Our mission is to provide an amazing customer experience while offering our guests once-in-a-lifetime adventures and high-quality tours. LGA Tours brings you to some of the most iconic locations around the globe with internationally certified guides.

9. Alpenglow Expeditions

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5.0 based on 93 reviews

Alpenglow Expeditions

Alpenglow Expeditions is the premier mountain guiding service in Lake Tahoe, California. With AMGA certified guides Alpenglow combines their deep experience in international mountain guiding and brings that same attention to detail to Lake Tahoe back country ski tours in the winter, and in the summer rock climbing, hiking, camping and more. Alpenglow Expeditions was founded in 2004 by IFMGA certified guide Adrian Ballinger and continues to be an industry leader when it comes to leading clients in the mountains of the world.

10. Tributary Whitewater Tours

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4.5 based on 62 reviews

Tributary Whitewater Tours

Truckee River whitewater rafting trips just east of Truckee, CA. Closest Rafting to Lake Tahoe and Reno! This is a 1/2 day trip with 2 departures daily at 9:15am or 1:30pm. We meet at the Truckee River RV park a few miles east of Truckee off Highway 80 and will shuttle you to and from the river. The rafting trip is 7 miles of exciting Class 2-3+ rapids suitable for ages 7+ and non-swimmers. Personal Floatation Devices, helmets, paddles, rafts, and a professional river guide to help you maneuver safely down the river are all included. Cold drinks are served at the take-out and we shuttle you back to our meeting location. *** This is NOT the self guided float out of Tahoe City. This is an entirely different section of the Truckee River. ***

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