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Lake Tahoe Boat Rides
528 reviews
#1 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"Wonderful time was had by all ages from 11 to 62. Captain Jesse was easy-going, an excellent guide with his knowledge of the
lake
and it’s history, and patient instructor for a beginner wake boarder Highly recommend!"
"Great insight and
fun facts
about the lake during the cruise - relaxing, enjoyable, informative, lots of great sunset pics luckily before the smoke from fires set in the next couple of days."
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Tahoe Photographic Tours
610 reviews
#2 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"Keith was
our tour guide
and in our first meeting, we instantly knew he was an expert!"
"He also shared a lot of great tips and
techniques
at each stop."
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Lake Tahoe Balloons
204 reviews
#3 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"But the fact is that the whole morning of our
balloon ride
was a perfect dream, from getting to know the captain and marvelous crew of the launch boat to going out on the lake in the early morning, seeing the ball..."
"Soaring above the lake, touching down in the lake and landing on the "aircraft carrier" made this a totally unique Balloon
adventure
that everyone local and visitor should try!"
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Tahoe Amore
121 reviews
#4 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"This was a pretty awesome experience and I highly recommend Freeman , he was incredible and very insightful about the
Tahoe area
!! Great dude!"
"We had
perfect weather
(no wind & just the right amount of sun), which made for a very nice gondola experience."
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Rubicon Trail
107 reviews
#5 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"Lots of
opportunities
for photographs and could detour for the Lighthouse trail and also head to the beach/cove to get your toes into the sand!"
"
Restrooms
are located at the beach parking area where the trail links up to the Lighthouse Trail."
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Mt. Tallac Trail
238 reviews
#6 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"Varied
terrain
with lovely wildflowers and lakes dotting the landscape makes for a wonderful adventure."
"The first quarter, or even first half, are a relatively easy hike through a wooded trail that has wonderful views of
Fallen Leaf Lake
and Lake Tahoe."
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Tahoe Cruises
418 reviews
#7 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"
Beautiful boat
, wide variety of food and drink, relaxed and casual atmosphere my mom and I loved the view from the lake I would definitely recommend to others and look forward to cruising in the future."
"This is a
great cruise
to take - the staff was wonderful, the captain was very knowledgeable about the lake and shared the history and facts about the lake in a fun and interesting way."
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Pope Beach
310 reviews
#8 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"
Great beach
, busy on the weekends but calm during the week, best to arrive before 1030 a.m. during the week for a relaxing time by the water."
"It is always very clean and nice sand and great for swimming in the late summer when the
lake
warms up!"
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The Gondola at Heavenly
2,385 reviews
#9 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"... stop for the view you can watch the planes take off and land at the airport, the parasailing and boating on the lake and in the winter the landscape and the lake are breathtaking covered with
snow
on a sunny day."
"Make sure to get off on the
observation deck
and absorb all the beauty and photo ops, Once we got to the top of the gondola ride, there are a lot of different things to do, We had a cocktail, and we rode the mount..."
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Kayak Tahoe
84 reviews
#10 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"Then paddling along the far shore over the sunken forest from the huge landslip and checkout the nesting osprey in the dead pine
trees
."
"Great service, efficient at getting people in and out of the kayaks and also
sanitizing
them between each use."
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Sail Tahoe Blue Sailing Charters
42 reviews
#11 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
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Tahoe Sport Fishing
160 reviews
#12 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"I had the most amazing morning on Lake Tahoe with Captain Chad and the other fishermen Chad put us on the fish but the conditions were rough so we lost a couple In the end we all caught a nice Mackinaw
Lake Trout
..."
"Captain Paul and Crew Donnie made for a wonderful fishing
outing
."
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Lakeside Beach
153 reviews
#13 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"It is great for kids, there is a small
climbing
slide and swings."
"Boat rentals on site, snack bar, and
restrooms
a plus."
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Anderson's Bicycle Rental
166 reviews
#14 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"It right outside the park & it has a designated bike trail to follow so you can bike over to Camp Richardson and into the woods on a
bike path
!"
"Great place to rent your bike from and enjoyed the beautiful
forest
and lake beaches near by."
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Fallen Leaf Lake Trail
60 reviews
#15 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"Definitely a highlight of Tahoe trails. in short order, you arrive at an alpine
lake
- take time to enjoy the sights and sounds of quaking aspen, look for eagles and nuthatches too."
"Followed another reviewer's lead, and drove all the way through to the falls versus
hiking
or biking in."
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Bleu Wave Cruise
190 reviews
#16 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"We had an amazing time on our sunset cruise, the staff was very knowledgeable and shared
great information
about the lake, highly recommend!"
"Crew was totally attentive and awesome- tour of the
lake
was wonderful- even gave us champagne to celebrate our honeymoon!"
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Tahoe Tastings
34 reviews
#17 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"Gabe and the captain gave us a beautiful boat ride in
Lake
Tahoe over to Emerald Bay while enjoying a tasting of some great local wines."
"We went on the 11am tour as we wanted to see the lake during the daylight but I hear the
sunset cruise
is nice too!!"
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Camp Richardson Corral
98 reviews
#18 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"The
scenery
was breathtaking, and the horses were huge and adorable and had so much personality."
"We trekked along Fallen Leaf Lake and through some magnificent
trees
and meadows."
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Baldwin Beach
65 reviews
#19 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"Closest S lake launch point to Emerald Bay (<2 mile) for kayak SUP...
Clean restrooms
good parking, bring shade if you need"
"... camp) Other beaches had long lines, crowded This beach is about 5 minutes away from Camp Richardson; fee is 10.00 to park; after paying fee, go to the left; clean bathrooms,
great beach
for kids and families."
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Kiva Beach
51 reviews
#20 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"There is a nice walking trail along the
Lake
to enjoy and luckily that is all we did when we were there."
"The
wildlife
there is an added bonus."
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Tahoe Wakebusters
24 reviews
#21 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"This family owned business has earned my loyalty, and I can highly recommend them to anyone who wants to experience the trill of boating and viewing the natural beauty surrounding this majestic
lake
."
"The boat we took out for the day was absolutely beautiful and equip with all the fun
water toys
ya need!"
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Tahoe Lake Tours
30 reviews
#22 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
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Action Watersports at Timber Cove Marina
84 reviews
#23 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"All in all we had a good experience on Lake Tahoe - Thanks to all the staff at Action watersports -
Lakeside
Marina!"
"We felt safe the whole time and thoroughly enjoyed our
parasailing experience
."
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Adventure Mountain
73 reviews
#24 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"We also played in flat areas, making
snowman
and snow angels."
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Ski Run Boat Company
153 reviews
#25 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"We traveled over to Emerald Bay and enjoyed a cruise across the
lake
."
"It is a MUST DO when you visit
lake
Tahoe in summer."
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Vikingsholm Hiking Trail
23 reviews
#26 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"Worth going there to hike in South
Lake
Tahoe !!!"
"
Picnic tables
at the beach and a dock to walk out on too."
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Mile High Fishing Charters
32 reviews
#27 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"Got a nice sack of groceries for the grill in the form of some
nice lake
trout and had a great time doing it."
"While the fish were not exactly jumping in the boat - we all caught some
nice lake
trout."
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El Dorado Beach
35 reviews
#28 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"Music right on the beach, food vendors, beer garden, craft sellers, perfect for an
outing
."
"
Public restrooms
are open and clean."
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Tahoe By Design
20 reviews
#29 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"We had an AMAZING time and saw many of the "must-see" spots of the
lake
on the crystal blue water of
Lake
Tahoe and finished with one of the top fireworks shows in the nation."
"Captain Bryan was the best host, sharing tidbits about the
lake
while giving a breathtaking tour around the
lake
!"
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Carson Pass
30 reviews
#30 of 78 Outdoor Activities in South Lake Tahoe
"
Caples Lake
was still full although late in the season."
"Passed a senior
hiking
club of 29 people and at least 20 others."
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Lake Tahoe
Which experiences are best for outdoor activities in South Lake Tahoe?
These experiences are best for outdoor activities in South Lake Tahoe:
Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay Cruise on M.S. Dixie II
Small-Group Day Trip to Yosemite from Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: Circle the Lake
Lake Tahoe Ultimate Photography Scenic Half-Day Tour in Small-Group
Full-Day Lake Tahoe Circle Tour including Squaw Valley
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What are the best places for outdoor activities in South Lake Tahoe?
These places are best for outdoor activities in South Lake Tahoe:
The Gondola at Heavenly
Rubicon Trail
Mt. Tallac Trail
Pope Beach
Lakeside Beach
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Which places provide the best outdoor activities in South Lake Tahoe for kids and families?
These are the best places for kid-friendly outdoor activities in South Lake Tahoe:
Rubicon Trail
Lake Tahoe Boat Rides
Tahoe Amore
Tahoe Cruises
Tahoe Wakebusters
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Which places provide the best outdoor activities in South Lake Tahoe for couples?
These are the best places for couples seeking outdoor activities in South Lake Tahoe:
Rubicon Trail
Mt. Tallac Trail
Lake Tahoe Boat Rides
Tahoe Amore
Tahoe Cruises
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Which places provide the best outdoor activities in South Lake Tahoe for groups?
These are the best places for groups seeking outdoor activities in South Lake Tahoe:
Lake Tahoe Boat Rides
Tahoe Wakebusters
Pope Beach
The Gondola at Heavenly
Lake Tahoe Balloons
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Which places provide the best outdoor activities in South Lake Tahoe for travellers on a budget?
These are the best places for budget-friendly outdoor activities in South Lake Tahoe:
Rubicon Trail
Mt. Tallac Trail
Tahoe Amore
Camp Richardson Marina
Pope Beach
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