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During your final day near Lake Tahoe, enjoy one of the best South Lake Tahoe hikes: the Rim Connector Trail at Van Sickle Bi State Park. Spend the morning here hiking up the mountain for panoramic views before you head east toward Great Basin National Park. For the second leg of this week-long trip that…

Have you seen pictures of the crystal clear blue-green waters of Lake Tahoe with snow-capped mountains in the background? If you have, they might be pictures of Sand Harbor! In our opinion, Sand Harbor is one of Lake Tahoe’s most scenic locations. Hiking, boating, kayaking, dining, and swimming are just a few of the fun…

Did you know that black bears in the Lake Tahoe area have a diet that is 85% plant-based? However, they are always searching for food and have a great sense of smell. They might just be looking for what you have! Black bears usually avoid people, but you might encounter one while hiking. Imagine being…

Did you know Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in North America? Lake Tahoe is also home to the breathtaking Emerald Bay State Park, Vikingsholm, and the Rubicon Trail. All overlook the lake and provide some of the best scenery in the area. First, enjoy your day hiking down to see Vikingsholm. Following this,…

You have arrived in Reno and you’re ready to see big beautiful Lake Tahoe and its crystal clear blue water! However, if your trip is anything like ours, it’s raining. 😑 Well, that puts a damper on things. A little rain never hurts anyone right, so put your rain gear on and head into the…