Lake Tahoe is a huge freshwater lake that sprawls across the border between California and Nevada. It’s a magical summer getaway location, where you can enjoy horseback riding, spectacular hikes, or a refreshing dip in crystal-clear, sun-warmed water.

In winter, thrill-seekers head for the surrounding mountains to visit ski resorts like Palisades Tahoe. South Lake Tahoe has evolved over the years into a fun-packed tourist town, complete with lavish casinos, decadent luxury hotels, and upscale malls. It’s also a local nightlife hotspot, with everything from chic bistros to lively bars offering jaw-dropping lakeside views.

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Where & what to eat in Tahoe City

  • 10 Great Restaurants Around Lake Tahoe

    Mark these great restaurants around Lake Tahoe for your next adventure to this huge lake straddling California and Nevada. The area is known for offering extensive outdoor adventure opportunities, which inevitably means you’ll work up an appetite. Travelers from around the world flock to Lake Tahoe to enjoy anything from boating and water sports in the summer to skiing in...

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Where to shop & what to buy in Tahoe City

  • 10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Lake Tahoe

    Our guide to the best places to go shopping in Lake Tahoe covers hotspots in South Lake Tahoe, Incline Village and Truckee. This region is very vast, which means you’re unlikely to be able to take in all the shopping it has to offer in one trip. Whether you’re looking for gifts and souvenirs, outdoor gear, fashion, handcrafted items, or...

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Useful information

  • Lake Tahoe Travel Essentials

    Our Lake Tahoe Travel Essentials lays out the essential information you need to help you plan your trip to one of the most popular destinations in the United States’ Sierra Nevada Mountains. No matter how frequently you travel, some questions will always need answers: What’s the weather like? How can I get from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to my hotel? What...

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