Lake Tahoe, California Travel Guide - Vacation Rentals by Zonder

lake tahoe ca vacationsRelax, lay back, learn to live like a local while on vacation in Lake Tahoe, California. Get an insider's view and advice on things to do, places to go, eat and play in North or South Lake Tahoe. For a summer or winter vacation, Tahoe's pristine lake, fun forest hikes and superb skiing can't be beat. One of the best things about Lake Tahoe is that it's gone to the dogs. Dog friendly activities and lodging can be found on either end of the lake, so Spot can come along.

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  • New Year's Eve at Northstar: Fire, Ice & Fish

    Every year, locals can’t wait to cruise up to Tahoe and spend our hard earned money gambling in the casinos. We also love to get ready in all of our glamorous splendor—a pre-gala facial and massage to start things off right, then getting our hair and make up done and picking out that perfect little black cocktail dress. New Year’s Eve on the North shore of Lake Tahoe is one big party, but one of the...

  • Fun Things to Do in Tahoe: Kiteboarding

    What will extreme sports junkies think of next?! Have you heard of kite-boarding yet? Well, kite-boarding is just like kite-surfing. Picture wakeboarding, but replace the boat with a kite that you, as the rider, can control in every way. You can effortlessly jump 30 feet in the air or catch hundreds of waves in a blown-out day. Kiteboarding is simply using a kite to pull you on a board. Also, the kite...

  • Lake Tahoe Fishing Guides: Go with the Pro's

    Lake Tahoe isn’t really known as an awesome place to fish, but it really is. In fact, sport fishermen flock to the Lake Tahoe region of Sierras because of the very variety of fishing spots and the prize fish available in them. Name it and the lake has it: rainbow trout, brown trout, mackinaw and kokanee salmon. Also perfect this time of year, is trolling in Lake Tahoe or Donner Lake for Mackinaw and...

  • Big Balloons Risin' over Lake Tahoe

    Time to slap on some sun screen and get your movie star glasses on. And dress in layers, making sure you have coats, hats and gloves, too. You’re about to embark on the ride of your life—a Hot Air Balloon ride over Lake Tahoe! You’ll hook-up with the Lake Tahoe Hot Air Balloon patrol early in the morning, usually around 5 a.m. Their staff will pick you up at your hotel, wherever you are, and transport...

  • Full Sled Ahead! Dog Sledding Tours in Lake Tahoe

    So you've given up on a lifelong dream of ever winning the epic Iditarod dog sledding adventure race. No need to feel like you've missed out on winter fun. Jump on one of these dog sledding adventures next time you're on vacation in Lake Tahoe, and find yourself mushing through the fresh Sierra snow. The Husky Express It’s a five-mile fast ride on a dog sled, sliding over snow! For about...

  • Twists and Turns: Ice Skating in Lake Tahoe

    Ice skating is classic winter activity anyone can enjoy on a trip to Tahoe. Here’s when and where you can get in on all the fun of good old-fashioned ice skating in beautiful Lake Tahoe country: Resort at Squaw Creek Open from 10 a.m.-10 p.m., this is a fabulous, all-natural skating rink. Bring your family and best buds and reserve the rink for a killer party! (530) 583-6300. Village at Northstar Resort...

  • Heavenly Spa Treatments in Tahoe: The Best Day Spas

    Vacationing in Lake Tahoe is an adventure for the mind, body and soul. With an activity filled vacation, the emphasis is on the body, so try out one of the spas around Tahoe to rejuvenate your spirit. Body Essentials You are away from the casino, yet close enough to get here with a brisk walk. When you’re worn out from skiing all day and gambling all night, their pampering packages are the way to go...

  • Biking in Tahoe: Not Just for Summer Anymore, Try Ski Biking

    Ski-biking is the next big winter sport in Lake Tahoe. Basically, a Ski-bike, or Sike, is when you convert your favorite mountain bike into this incredibly fun snow bike by simply replacing the front wheel with a ski attachment? Can you picture it? At Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort in beautiful South Lake Tahoe,learning to ski-bike for the first time is a slippery experience and does have its challenges...

  • Everybody Must Get Spooned!

    It’s known as the jewel of Lake Tahoe, and with good reason. Spooner Lake, for intermediate to advanced skiers, is one of the most incredible cross-country ski trail systems anywhere. This is the closest major cross-country skiing area to South Lake Tahoe, 12 miles from the State Line casinos on the Nevada side of the Lake. You’ll delight in 21 killer trails, mostly intermediate level, and 91K of machine...

  • A Rush of Snow: Snowboarding at Kirkwood

    Capturing the beauty of crisp white snow and its awesome, serrated mountain peaks, Kirkwood Ski Resort just might be the most visually impressive resort in the Tahoe region. If you want full access to an entire mountain, look no further. They spotlight 65 runs with the longest run at 2 ½ miles, on 2,300 acres. Unbelievable! You’re up close to 8,000 feet at the base, and close to 10,000 feet high at...

  • Ski the Night Away

    Of all the Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts, I think Boreal Ridge Ski Area has something special going on. One of the smaller Tahoe resorts, its very relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, still offers a little extra zing. Boreal has a 600 ft super park, great food, and 500ft of vertical drop--plus outstanding, friendly service! A little-known tip about Boreal--the best part is their high intensity Night Skiing...

  • Sleigh Rides in Lake Tahoe: To Grandmothers House We Go!

    Did you known that the Danish word “hygge” means having a good time in good company and in a comfy, cozy, enjoyable environment? Well, that’s exactly what you’re in for if you embark on a Tahoe sleigh ride! You can involve your entire family in creating a wonderful memory this season so bring your digital. Here are a few companies I recommend that will take you over the meadow, through the woods and...

  • A Heli Good Time in Tahoe

    View scenic Lake Tahoe the way that it was meant to be seen...by helicopter! Helitahoe offers scenic Tahoe helicopter tours that gives you a bird’s eye view of the entire lake. Flights leave every day from the terminal building at the Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL). They also bring you Aerial photography and even Basic & Advanced Flight Training. Getting hitched? Consider their Ultimate Experience Weddings...

  • Born to be Wild: Snowmobiling in Tahoe

    Looking for a little winter action? Want to venture off of the beaten path? Love excitement and high-speed? Imagine this: You mount a sled and venture deep into the depths of North Lake Tahoe’s wilderness with the wind in your face and your hands on the throttle! If you don’t know where you’re going, call Lake Tahoe Snowmobile Tours at 530.546.4280. You’ll experience over 100 miles of exciting Lake...

  • A "Heavenly" Experience: Into the Sky Above Lake Tahoe

    How about taking a trip you won’t forget? It all starts at Heavenly Valley . The first part of the adventure is simply getting there, gondola-style! That’s always fun, for kids and grown-ups alike. Located just half a block west of Stateline, the Gondola is steps from most major lodging facilities, and puts the serenity of an alpine mountain within minutes of six casinos and nearly 5,000 hotel rooms...
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