Planning a trip to Lake Tahoe? Here’s a quick resource for all the information you need, all in one place.
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Some people come for the snow, some for the abundant sunshine, some for both. Because Lake Tahoe is nestled in the Sierra Nevada, the weather can change quickly. Plan accordingly and check the forecast.
Get current conditions and real-time weather in all seasons through our live webcams, or explore the water with an interactive kayak cam. Prepare for your trip while getting lost in the beauty of Lake Tahoe, all from the comfort of your home.
Driving to Lake Tahoe can be an adventure, especially in winter and spring. We’ve got you covered with traffic cameras and the most up-to-date conditions on our road conditions page. Or, view the Caltrans QuickMap or Nevada Road conditions.
Take TART Regional Transit or enjoy TART Connect – Lake Tahoe and Truckee’s curb-to-curb service that transports you throughout the Lake Tahoe and Truckee communities. Plan your route with TART’s interactive map or find fares and passes.
NLTEX is your easy VIP airport shuttle to/from Reno, North Lake Tahoe and Truckee.
The East Shore Express will offer daily, free transit service between Incline Village and Sand Harbor from June 28 through September 2, 2024.
All resort opening dates are currently to be announced. We recommend checking parking policies ahead of time. Resorts may charge for parking or having limited parking available due to weather conditions. Some also offer complimentary shuttles to help with parking.
Kick the water bottle habit and drink “Tahoe Tap,” Lake Tahoe’s highly (99.994%) pure tap water. Tahoe Tap is readily available throughout the region at multiple free water refill stations to help lower the number of single-use plastics posing an environmental threat to the lake.
It takes a village to protect the delicate ecosystem of Lake Tahoe. Do your part to preserve its natural beauty, stay educated and promote mindful travel. Take and share our Sustainable Travel Pledge to inspire others to make the same commitment.
Our Know Before You Go: Responsible Travel Guide offers simple tips on how to help preserve Lake Tahoe for generations to come and plan for a safe trip. Find information on transportation, dining, activities and more.
Don’t forget – you’re in bear country. Keep Tahoe bears wild by learning what it takes to be “bearwise” – including properly disposing of your trash, bringing bear-resistant containers, and avoiding unexpected attractants.
Read up on proper decontamination protocol with free training guides for your personal watercraft including inflatable paddleboards.
The Lake Tahoe Water Trail is a 72-mile water route along Lake Tahoe’s shoreline offering public launch and landing sites, signage, routes, navigation tools, and water safety tips to help you have the best paddleboard or kayak adventure.
Shop local. Support local. The Lake Tahoe Gift Card is accepted at various local retailers, restaurants, services and entertainment providers. Share the gift of Tahoe with a loved one.
