Lake Tahoe Vacations

Enjoy Your Time Off with a Lake Tahoe Vacation

All year long, and no matter your idea of what a vacation should be, Lake Tahoe has got something for you. For outdoor enthusiasts especially, a Lake Tahoe vacation provides so many options... whitewater rafting or fishing in the Truckee River, swimming at Sand Harbor, hiking at the Tahoe Rim Trail or one of the many other trails surrounding Lake Tahoe, and boating, kayaking, cruising, parasailing, even hot air ballooning in and around the great lake itself. And of course in winter, the skiing at Heavenly Ski Resort.

For those who like indoor games, there's plenty to be found in one of Lake Tahoe's fabulous resort spas or Nevada-side casinos where you can gamble away your vacation fund, or see a wonderful show. Glamour, gambling, nightlife and beautiful scenery... it's a great combination no matter the season.

There's always an event going on surrounding the seasons in Tahoe. In spring, which is still snow season, the biggest winter carnival in the West, Snowfest, attracts thousands every year. You and your family can enjoy winter delights like ice carving, skating, snow sculpture contests and a glowstick parade while you're on your Lake Tahoe vacation.

In the summer, Lake Tahoe offers so many water activities, we'd run out of pages if they were all listed. Play on the sand or splash in any water body you choose. See some of the ideas listed above for a start. Every June-August, there are music, art and performance festivals galore. Lake Tahoe Summer Music Festival plays music that fits the wondrous view of Sand Harbor State Park, and the Valhalla Arts and Music Festival gracing the Tallac Historic Site are just a few.

Check out the gorgeous foliage in the fall (the best time is early October through early November) in the Sierra Nevada valleys or in the Klamath Range on the northern side of Lake Tahoe. A fun fall alternative is watching the annual spawning of salmon in Taylor Creek in South Lake Tahoe.

In winter, ski, ski and après ski. Need we say more? Plan your Lake Tahoe vacation today - you won't regret it!