LAKE TAHOE
ADVENTURE AWAITS
Welcome to North Lake Tahoe. Lake Tahoe is a big blue centerpiece, surrounded by massive granite peaks of the Sierra Nevada, with skies reflecting into the largest alpine Lake in North America. North Lake Tahoe spans two states, California and Nevada, with top rated lodging for your perfect family, romantic or relaxing vacation. Unique and beautiful communities dot the shores of North Lake Tahoe and the surrounding mountainsides, each offering fine, casual and leisure dining options. Lake Tahoe offers hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, dozens of beaches, world-renown downhill and nordic skiing, snow sports of all kinds, and 39 trillion gallons of water to enjoy. Many nationally recognized Lake Tahoe events including music festivals, concerts, food pairings and sporting events take place each season. With so much to do, you may need to stay awhile.
PLAN YOUR PERFECT VACATION IN NORTH LAKE TAHOE
Click on a category that fuels your passion and start planning your one-of-a-kind vacation in North Lake Tahoe today!
Sustainable Travel – Take the Pledge!
From alpine blue waters to expansive mountain peaks, the Sierra landscape is truly awe-inspiring. To protect and preserve our beloved environment in Lake Tahoe, please commit to six travel pledges that will amplify environmental stewardship efforts. Rooted in preservation tactics, education and mindfulness, the pledge reminds visitors and locals alike to travel with awareness and observe the impact of your individual actions.
What's Happening in Lake Tahoe
Aug 19-21, 2022
Tahoe City Arts by the Lake Festival
Set on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, the Tahoe City Fine Arts and Crafts Festival will give visitors a [more]
Jun 10 - Aug 26
Sunset Live Music Series at Palisades Tahoe
Join us for free live music every Friday this summer in The Village at Palisades Tahoe. After you’ve spent... [more]
August 19, 2022
12th Annual Sierra Forage Dinner
Celebrate MAP’s 35th Anniversary at the 12th Annual Sierra Forage Dinner on Friday, August 19th, from 5:30... [more]
Jun 17 - Sep 02
Free Concert Fridays | Music on the Beach | Kings Beach
Free Summer Concert Series | Fridays 6-8:30pm June 17 – September 2 (excluding August 5), 2022 Scroll down... [more]
Jul 01 - Aug 22
Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival
The mission of Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival is to enrich our community by providing the highest quality theat... [more]
Jun 18 - Sep 24
Saturday Maker’s Markets
Featuring local vendors, makers, artists, food trucks, entertainment, Bear Belly Brewing Co., yard games, and mo... [more]
Jul 16 - Aug 31
First Street Yoga
Breathe and stretch with us this summer during our free outdoor yoga series! Every Wednesday night from July 6 t... [more]
August 21, 2022
XTERRA Lake Tahoe
This is the all time classic off-road triathlon course. Racers start with a 1500 meter swim from a sandy beach <... [more]
Jun 12 - Sep 04
Concerts at Commons Beach
Free live music every Sunday. Get Ready! Local, regional and national performers will delight Tahoe City audienc... [more]
Jul 11 - Sep 05
Northstar’s Bocce Ball Nights
Join us for a scheduled Bocce Ball League or join us for Free-Play with Acoustic Artists sets and the Overlook <... [more]
With its sparkling blue waters, phenomenal mountain scenery and endless recreation, Lake Tahoe is a treat during any time of year. But around the lake lie many other treasures — lesser-known activities — that offer explorers one-of-a-kind experiences in this special place.
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Summerlong Music
Get Ready to Fall in Love With Dining In North Lake Tahoe
North Lake Tahoe’s breathtaking views, vast waterscape, and endless recreational activities are famously awe-inspiring. What you may not know is that the crown jewel of the Sierra Nevada is also home to some of the tastiest culinary delights in the region, with dozens
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Boating on the Big Blue: Lake Tahoe
Crystal blue waters, bluebird skies and summer conditions beckon many to the pristine shores of North Lake Tahoe. With its many ramps, buoys, private lakes and other boat-friendly amenities, it’s easy to see why Tahoe is a prime playground for
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Be inspired by the art of North Lake Tahoe
The power of art is unmistakable. Whether it’s a painting, a sculpture, a play, a dance performance or any of its many forms, art has the ability to make us laugh, cry, imagine and be inspired. North Lake Tahoe is
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Winter
Welcome to a one of kind, winter experience. Unified by 12 unique towns, the North Lake Tahoe adventurous spirit will open up your mind and awaken your winter soul.
Spring
Welcome to a destination where dual days thrive, elevating every spring day into an extraordinary experience.
Summer
North Lake Tahoe is the perfect mix of lakeside adventure and on-mountain activities with a thriving summer scene loaded with experiences.
Fall
The vivid autumn colors, crisp mountain air and thinning crowds mark the beginning of North Lake Tahoe’s breathtaking secret season.