Top Things to do in Lake Tahoe Area
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Discover the best top things to do in Lake Tahoe Area, Lake Tahoe Area including Eagle Lake, Emerald Bay State Park, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park, Donner Lake, Cascade Falls Trail, Stream Profile Chamber, Half Moon Lake, Upper Kings River, Little Truckee River, Hell Hole Reservoir.
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1. Eagle Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 42 reviews
Nevada lake named for its large amount of eagles.
Reviewed By 116lynnej - Vancouver, Canada
Totally credit a blogger I read who said get there by 9 AM - we drive back about noon past miles and miles of bumper to bumper cars. I’m not fit and have chronic headaches so I found the grade a bit tough a couple times but with good shoes and a few rests - we all made it. Fill out the permit at the base of the walk - there was no cost but there is a point past the falls that you are required to have it. The lake is well worth the effort and we walked around to the backside of the lake and enjoyed a spectacular view.
2. Emerald Bay State Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 883 reviews
This spectacular bay in Lake Tahoe is best approached by hiking trails.
Reviewed By Alacrout - Los Angeles, United States
You really can’t go wrong with any part of Lake Tahoe, as the whole thing is surrounded by stunning mountain views. The views can get a little hazy during bad fire seasons, but still a beautiful area. Hard to pick a definitive “best” part of the Lake, but Emerald Bay is certainly up there as one of the best parts. The color of the water lives up to the name of “Emerald.” In the middle of the Bay, there’s a cute little island that is the ONLY island in Lake Tahoe. You can kayak, canoe, or boat to the island (NOT swim) and see the ruins of “Tea House,” where a quirky captain lived in the 1800s. Inspiration Point is a necessary stop on your way through the park—it gives you one of the best views of the entire Bay. Be sure to check out Vikingsholm too! :)
3. Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 228 reviews
A number of areas for visitors along Lake Tahoe, with the most popular being Sand Harbor.
Reviewed By G2055DWpatriciah - Denver, United States
We planned the tour at the beginning of our trip so we would have an idea of where we might want to return. The tour was more fun and informative than we ever imagined. It was literally one of the best parts of our trip! Jim was an amazing guide.
4. Donner Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By TV2451
I have always loved this mountain lake, sort of a small version of Tahoe. Always pretty, but I most love it in the summer. Great state park at one end, nice private beach in between. Lots of lovely houses around. Good place for a very long walk.
5. Cascade Falls Trail
6. Stream Profile Chamber
7. Half Moon Lake
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
This body of water is scenically situated with a waterfall and mountain in the background and offers a hiking trail nearby.
8. Upper Kings River
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Spectacular wild scenery awaits only the most experienced rafters who dare to run this dangerous and inaccessible stretch of Class IV and V rapids.
9. Little Truckee River
10. Hell Hole Reservoir
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 2 reviews
Located at the end of a granite gorge, the sapphire-blue waters of this beautiful are fed by the Rubicon River.
