Diamond Peak Ski Resort Trail

Lake Tahoe's East Shore Trail is a wide paved walking and cycling path running between Incline Village and Sand Harbor State Park. Opened in 2019, the path lies completely separate from the road, sometimes hovering well above it on the mountainside, and other times running parallel to it on a bridge platform that looks down upon the lake's emerald eastern shore. Spanning 2.75 miles point to poi...

This is a short but rewarding outing: The hike to Monkey Rock is around 2.6 miles round-trip with about 460 feet of elevation gain. It’s located just above the northeast shore of Lake Tahoe near Incline Village, Nevada, and is famous for the granite formation shaped like a monkey (hence the name) — and the stunning lake views you get at the top. What to Expect Trailhead & A...

You can't miss this spot in the open snowfields of Tahoe Meadows. This area is not privately owned or maintained, which is perfect. It is a short drive up the Mt. Rose Highway from Reno and Sparks and there is plenty of free parking (except on super-busy days) right next to the sledding slopes and snowshoe trails. Dress warm and bring your own sled. A word of caution: the parking is along a maj...

Nestled in the breathtaking Sierra Nevada mountains near Lake Tahoe, Chickadee Ridge is a popular hiking destination that offers stunning vistas and a unique opportunity to interact with nature. This relatively short and family-friendly trail is known for its scenic beauty, peaceful environment, and the charming presence of chickadees that will often eat right out of your hand. Whether you’re...

Surfing Lake Tahoe is a rare opportunity which only happens when there is a lot of wind. It's nothing like surfing in the ocean. There are mountains in the background, the water is fresh, and generally the waves are small. You can see if there are waves on the drive there (if driving counter-clockwise around the lake).

This is what you would call a family beach. It is clean, beautiful, and well maintained. The admission price for vehicles has gone up quite a bit, but based on the economy and the fact that this park remains clean and glass-free, you really cannot complain. The beach gets pretty crowded and they will close the gates when parking is full so your best bet is to arrive before noon. The sand is sof...