With 72 miles of immaculate waters and warm sand, the beaches in Lake Tahoe provide the perfect backdrop to take in the surroundings mountains, sprawling vegetation and rocky shorelines. From April to September, the beaches in Lake Tahoe are a must-see destination where visitors not only enjoy the sand and surf of its pristine waters, but partake in hiking excursions, walking trails, picnic areas and seasonal concerts. Some beaches of interest include Sand Harbor, Round Hill Pines Beach, Nevada Beach and Skunk Harbor.
With miles of gorgeous Sierra Nevada wilderness, Lake Tahoe offers a great way to see the areas sights while embarking on nature trails. There are unforgettable peaks, valleys, waterfalls and lakes to see. Hikers can enjoy the spectacular views from trails that reach 10,000 feet. The area also boasts incredible camping and rock climbing opportunities that can be combined with any hiking excursion. Some Nevada hiking trails of interest include the Tahoe Basin, the Tahoe Rim Trail, Rubicon Peak, Shirley Canyon and Eagle Falls.
Featuring both wide-open views of the lake and secluded access to its shores, Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park has a picnic area, boating, nature trails, swimming, fishing and winter sports. The area also boasts a back country area that is situated between Lake Tahoe and Carson City, where no cars are permitted. This portion encompasses 13,000 acres, and provides unparalleled opportunities to hike, bike or horseback ride.
See the sights of Lake Tahoe from the water, and enjoy some of the area's exciting water activities via a lake cruise, scuba diving, snorkeling, or renting a motorboat, boat, raft or a jet ski. Visitors can also camp on the beach, and fall asleep under the moonlight by the serene water, and wake up to pristine lake views. Other water adventures that Lake Tahoe has to offer include whitewater rafting, canoeing and paddle boards.
