Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe sits in the Sierra Nevada mountains, on the border of Nevada and California. It is the largest alpine lake in the United States.
Lake Tahoe is a popular destination any time of year, given the clear water, and the panoramic mountain views. This area is particularly popular in the winter. There are many ski resorts in the mountains surrounding Tahoe.
Lake Tahoe is a popular destination any time of year, given the clear water, and the panoramic mountain views. This area is particularly popular in the winter. There are many ski resorts in the mountains surrounding Tahoe.
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Skiing In Lake Tahoe
Different types of skiing are available at Lake Tahoe. If you enjoy Alpine skiing, you can indulge your passion at any of the ski resorts around the area, such as Donner Ski Ranch, Heavenly Mountain Resort, Homewood, and Tahoe Donner resorts.
If you prefer the Nordic skiing family of ski sports, which includes cross-country skiing and ski jumping, you can visit the Clair Tappaan, Eagle Mountain, Hope Valley, Royal Gorge, Spooner Lake, Sugar Pine, and Tahoe Donner resorts.
Lake Tahoe is an especially good site for cross-country skiers because it offers plenty of groomed, mapped trails. Even if you don't have a good set of ski equipment, you can rent everything at Lake Tahoe's ski resorts. Some resorts also offer sleds for pulling your small children in if you want to take them with you as you ski.
If you prefer the Nordic skiing family of ski sports, which includes cross-country skiing and ski jumping, you can visit the Clair Tappaan, Eagle Mountain, Hope Valley, Royal Gorge, Spooner Lake, Sugar Pine, and Tahoe Donner resorts.
Lake Tahoe is an especially good site for cross-country skiers because it offers plenty of groomed, mapped trails. Even if you don't have a good set of ski equipment, you can rent everything at Lake Tahoe's ski resorts. Some resorts also offer sleds for pulling your small children in if you want to take them with you as you ski.
Travel To Tahoe
Snowfall
Lake Tahoe boasts an abundance of snowfall from November to April, making it a prime skiing destination for a full six months of the year. A number of ski resorts are found in Lake Tahoe, some of which are Alpine Meadows, Heavenly Mountain Resort, Kirkwood Mountain Resort, and Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe. Heavenly Mountain Resort offers the largest skiing area around Lake Tahoe. Squaw Valley USA is well-known as the host of the 1960 Winter Olympics.
Ski Guide
Ski Tours in the Sierra Nevada: Lake Tahoe
Amazon Price: (as of 12/29/2009)
This book is one volume in the most comprehensive series of guidebooks to the ski touring opportunities in the Sierra Nevada. This book allows you to plan a trip suited to your own interests and abilities. Whether you are looking for a short, easy ski in a meadow, or an adventure which will tax the best backcountry skier, Ski Tours in the Sierra Nevada gives you the information needed to choose and execute a safe and enjoyable trip.
Accomodations
It is easy to find accommodation in Lake Tahoe, no matter what your preferences and budget are. Ski resorts offer a wide variety of lodging environments. Luxurious hotels and condominiums are available if you want to be pampered. If you prefer to rough it and stay close to nature, there are forest cabins and chalets. In addition to the ski resorts, you can visit the numerous restaurants and casinos around the area.
Lake Tahoe Skiing Video
Restaurant & Dining Reviews In South Lake Tahoe
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- Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (South Lake Tahoe)
- "I got a carmel apple and it was delish!!!! The wait was forever, they need more people working there. But the girl that was working there was nice. It was..." more
- Grass Roots Natural Foods (South Lake Tahoe)
- "We went in here for some hard-to-find supplements and were pleased to find they were not only in stock, but were on special. South Lake Tahoe is truly..." more
- The Cork & More (South Lake Tahoe)
- "I am bummed to have to write this, but I will not visit the Cork and More again when I am in Tahoe. I am getting married in Tahoe in June, and initially..." more
- Keys Cafe (South Lake Tahoe)
- "My family and I came up to Tahoe for a mini vacation. We Yelped the local restaurants and found Keys Cafe. At the end of it all we are now big fans of..." more
- Safeway Food & Drug (South Lake Tahoe)
- "We celebrated my mom's 50th birthday in South Lake Tahoe in August 2009. We organized her birthday party as you would a wedding (not as formal). With that..." more
- Alpina Coffee Cafe (South Lake Tahoe)
- "Good alternative to Star$s down the street. Free wifi. Low key local vibe. Decent brew." more
- Ernie's Coffee Shop (South Lake Tahoe)
- "This place is AMAZING!!!!!! The food, the selection, and especially the service was superb. We showed up with a party of 7 for my friend's birthday and..." more
- Raley's (South Lake Tahoe)
- "Ok, I live in South Lake right near Raley's, so it is my choice of grocery store. It is way cheaper than Safeway, and offers more than Gross Out (Grocery..." more
- Overland Meat and Seafood Co (South Lake Tahoe)
- "oh hallelujah! a great butcher in South Lake Tahoe! we have a house up here, and everytime we come up, I bring a cooler full of Marin Sun Farm meat and..." more
- Rude Brothers Bagel & Coffee Haus (South Lake Tahoe)
- "good bagels, period. we were jonesing for a good *authentic* bagel, not the sara lee/thomas's kind packaged at Safeway and Raley's, which are basically..." more
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If you like skiing, you'll like Lake Tahoe. Many ski resorts are in the area surrounding this scenic lake. (more)
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