Top Things to do in North Lake Tahoe
Top Hotels in North Lake Tahoe
- 1. Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
- 2. Resort at Squaw Creek
- 3. The Cedar House Sport Hotel
- 4. Hampton Inn & Suites Tahoe-Truckee
- 5. Best Western Plus Truckee-Tahoe Hotel
- 6. Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge
- 7. Crown Motel - Kings Beach
- 8. Basecamp Tahoe City
- 9. Sunnyside Restaurant and Lodge
- 10. Truckee Donner Lodge
What to do and see in North Lake Tahoe, North Lake Tahoe: The Best Things to do Good for Kids
Discover the best top things to do in North Lake Tahoe, North Lake Tahoe including Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park, UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center, Donner Lake Watersports & Marina, Truckee River Bike Trail, Donner Lake, Incline Village Crystal Bay Visitors Bureau, Sand Harbor, Diamond Peak Ski Resort, Inspiration Point Vista, Eagle Falls Trail.
Restaurants in North Lake Tahoe
1. 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.
2. UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 67 reviews
This property is temporarily closed. The UC Davis Tahoe Science Center has science exhibits including a various hands-on activities, 3-D theater, research vessel, virtual laboratory, "Shaping Watersheds" Interactive Sandbox, and more.
3. Donner Lake Watersports & Marina
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By drmader - Orinda, United States
Hannah made it fast and easy. We walked up, filled out paperwork, handed a credit card and got the safety run down. We were on the water enjoying the lake within 10 Minutes..no reservation, easy.. both people working there were young and very polite and accommodating. We took our small dog along and had a lovely time. We will be back..this was a great experience and the kayak /jet ski/ paddle board looked great too. Well run and fair pricing. Thank you
4. Truckee River Bike Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By 33colettef
Not too challenging, and good for the entire family. Great way to bike from Squaw into town, have lunch, visit Commons beach and bike back again.
5. 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.
6. Incline Village Crystal Bay Visitors Bureau
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By 791patsys - San Jose, United States
I stopped at this Visitors Center prior to boarding a shuttle to the Thunderbird Lodge tour. The center has LOADS of information about the Tahoe area, and both of the employees were very pleasant and willing to share detailed information about what is in in the area, based on my questions. They were able to offer suggestions about several area hikes, natural sights, and even some shopping tips! The center also has lovely grounds surrounding it, and there is even a little room of Ponderosa memorabilia in the main building. This center really exceeded my expectation of a ‘visitors center!!’
7. Sand Harbor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 757 reviews
Rocky coves and boulders to jump off of are the primary features of this beach.
Reviewed By RevfromCA - Sacramento, United States
This is a beautiful state park well worth the $10 entrance fee along the east shoreline of Lake Tahoe. You can use the entrance fee the same day to visit Cave Rock state park as well which is closer to South Lake Tahoe. The walking paths along the shore of Sand Harbor are very nice and the scenery is excellent. Check out the visitors center as well.
8. Diamond Peak Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 287 reviews
Diamond Peak is a community-owned resort with breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe; miles of welcoming, uncrowded runs; easy access from the parking lot to the slopes; a dedicated Child Ski Center for the littlest skiers and snowboarders; and a great Ski & Ride Center for older skiers/riders. All of this and affordable lift ticket and season pass prices makes Diamond Peak Tahoe’s best value, year after year.
Reviewed By elaineb312 - Salem, United States
We had a great experience with two children ages 6 and 9 and one adult. All had never skied downhill before. Took lessons in the morning and skied the rest of the day for 3 days. Nice choice of slopes. Very well organized parking, check in, and equipment rental.
9. Inspiration Point Vista
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 342 reviews
Look out over Emerald Bay.
Reviewed By MaryLynnD_13 - Laguna Vista, United States
Breathtaking scenery! Don’t miss it. Be careful driving up the winding road. Not a lot of guardrails!
10. Eagle Falls Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 304 reviews
A beautiful and well-marked trail.
Reviewed By MelissaG832 - Santa Barbara, United States
This hike is about 2 miles if you just go to the lake and back, which is what I did with my 10-year-old lab. Good dog-friendly hike where other dog-owners mostly kept their dogs on leashes as well. Some of the stone steps are a little high so you might need to pick your dog up if you have a small one but otherwise pretty straightforward. Weekends are impossible to park and we had to come back during the week and early in the morning to get a spot. Beautiful hike with great views, interesting terrain, and a amazing lake at the end.
