Lake Tahoe Family Travel Guide

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Lake Tahoe Family Travel Tips

By Candyce H. Stapen

  • Cruise, fish, and kayak Lake Tahoe.
  • Bike and hike the lake's circumference or down forested trails at area ski resorts.
  • Ice-skate year-round at Squaw Valley USA and Northstar-at-Tahoe.
  • Ride a gondola for sweeping mountaintop views.
  • Enjoy free concerts and evening movies on the beach.

Family Overview: Lake Tahoe, California & Nevada

By Candyce H. Stapen
Lake Tahoe, a large alpine lake surrounded by the high Sierra Nevada Mountains, straddles the border of Nevada and California. The region mixes gambling and nightlife (more prevalent on the southern side of the lake) with world-class skiing at numerous resorts overlooking the lake, plus swimming, boating, bicycling, and hiking come summer. Read More

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from: $127

Resort at Squaw Creek

400 Squaw Creek Road
Olympic Valley, CA 96146 Map

Distance: 22.3 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 5 class stars

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Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0
from: $33

3 Peaks Resort & Beach Club

931 Park Ave.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Map

Distance: 2.5 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars

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4.0
from: $93

Village at Squaw Valley USA

1750 Village East Rd.
Olympic Valley, CA 96146 Map

Distance: 22.7 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Attractions

Eagle Falls Hike

(at Emerald Bay)
Highway 89
South Lake Tahoe, California 96150

Distance: 0.8 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
2_0

Vikingsholm Castle

Hwy. 89
South Lake Tahoe, California 96143

Distance: 7.0 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Formerly the summer home of Mrs. Lora Josephine Knight, Vikingsholm Castle faces glorious Emerald... Read More
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Sail Woodwind

(Zephyr Cove Resort)
760 Highway 50
Zephyr Cove, Nevada 89448

Distance: 4.9 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0
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Airports

Major Airports near Lake Tahoe

Distance (mi.)
Reno/Tahoe International Airport 40.9 map
Sacramento International Airport 89.5 map
Oakland International Airport 147.5 map

Other Smaller Airports near Lake Tahoe

Distance (mi.)
Modesto Municipal Airport 104.6 map
Merced Municipal Airport 117.8 map
Fresno Airterminal Airport 150.5 map

Flight Deals to Lake Tahoe

Originating From
Las Vegas (LAS) to Reno (RNO) $147
Phoenix (PHX) to Reno (RNO) $227
Minneapolis/St Paul (MSP) to Reno (RNO) $250
Detroit (DTT) to Reno (RNO) $257
Boston (BOS) to Reno (RNO) $257

Lake Tahoe Vacation Rentals

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from: $200

Beautiful Condo near Wooded Hill

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2.5
Sleeps: 9
Amenities: BBQ, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Fireplace, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Jacuzzi, Laundry, Linens, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Phone, Sauna, Stereo, Swimming Pool, VCR
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Stay at The Takoda House--a Family Winter getaway

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 4
Amenities: BBQ, Balcony, Blender, Breakfast Bar, CD Player, Ceiling fans, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Full kitchen, Internet Access, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Oven, Patio, Phone, Refrigerator, Stereo, Stove, TV, Utensils, Wireless Internet Access, Woodburning Stove
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from: $700

Sierra Cabin: Splendid Rustic Abode in Tahoe City

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 4
Sleeps: 16
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Full kitchen, Hair Dryer, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Patio, Pets OK, Phone, Refrigerator, Stereo, TV, Utensils, VCR, Wireless Internet Access
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