Tahoe South Blog

Take a Tahoe South Mini Digital FAM Trip

Get a behind-the-screen feel for Tahoe South experiences with a mini digital familiarization (FAM) trip you can take right here, right now. After all, your attendees aren’t just coming to Tahoe for the conference. It’s Tahoe! It’s a bucket list destination. While they’re here, they’ll want to sink their teeth into the food scene, discover […]

Healthy Travel Information

Updated October 23, 2020 Due to dangerous wildfire conditions, emergency camping restrictions have been extended through the end of November. Camping and overnighting is prohibited in all wilderness and backcountry areas including Desolation Wilderness, Meiss Country, Blackwood Canyon, Luther Pass, and Watson Lake campgrounds and along the Tahoe Rim Trail. Hosted campgrounds reopened, Oct. 2, […]

Base Camp Lake Tahoe

A road trip is all about the journey and does not need to end once you get to Lake Tahoe. The exploration and discovery can continue when you use South Lake Tahoe as a base camp. Lake Tahoe can take your breath away with rousing entertainment, exhilarating outdoor adventures, and breathtaking views for everyone. Itineraries […]

What To Expect At Tahoe Ski Resorts For The 2020/21 Winter Season

Fall is here or as some residents like to call it Sumtumn. The long hot days of summer are replaced with warm afternoons and cold crisp evenings. Although visitors and residents alike are searching and planning out their favorite fall foliage missions, everyone is looking towards winter. That includes the ski resorts surrounding Big Blue. […]

Our Favorite #TahoeSouth Instagram Photos from the Month of September

We hope you all are staying healthy and safe with our new norm. Enjoy our picks for September and remember to use #TahoeSouth to be featured. We’ll see you soon! 10. Little piece of heaven on earth View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kyle Mather (@kyle_pdx) on Sep 28, 2020 […]

The Origins Of Lake Tahoe’s Most Popular Places

As soon as you step outside in Lake Tahoe and start looking at all your surroundings, many of us stop and wonder what a particular place, mountain, lake or region is called. Some are obvious, like Lake Tahoe. But others not so much like a specific peak or meadow perhaps. Many of the popular landmarks […]

Mark Twain’s Most “Electric” Words About Lake Tahoe

As John Muir is to Yosemite, Mark Twain is to Lake Tahoe. There isn’t another person so intertwined with the Lake Tahoe region. Many of his quotes inspire yet others make you scratch your head. Here are a few of his most “electric” quotes about Lake Tahoe and the surrounding area. About The Sheer Beauty […]

We Are All Guests Here: A Mail Art Project Based in Tahoe

Glass Garage Collective, a media and correspondence platform, launches a mail art project with a call for artist submissions. We Are All Guests Here is a mail art project based in Tahoe and founded in May 2020 to accept and document art from around the world. The project was launched during the closure of major […]

A Glimpse In Tahoe’s “Roaring” Past – The Tallac Historic Site

Tahoe South might be known for its nightlife, energetic gatherings like the American Century Classic, and snow-filled fun in the winter, but it’s also home to a place with a taste of the past. We’re talking about The Tallac Historic Site. What Is The Tallac Historic Site? Only three miles northwest of South Lake Tahoe […]

Lake Tahoe Fall Colors

This is what it will look like in just a couple of weeks. It won't be long before we start doing our snow dances in earnest. This fall, take a drive, hike, or bike ride around and you’ll see bursts of yellow and gold throughout Lake Tahoe’s South Shore.

Our Favorite #TahoeSouth Instagram Photos from the Month of August

Hello, Lake Tahoe Enthusiast! Welcome back! We hope you all are staying healthy and safe. Enjoy our picks for the month of August. Don’t forget to use #TahoeSouth to be featured. We are still practicing physical distancing, don’t forget your face coverings. 10. Santa Cruz Bikes with Over the Edge Bikes Tahoe View this […]

The Virus Doesn’t Take A Vacation…

Lake Tahoe has always been a place to escape from the oppressive heat surrounding the mountains. When places like Reno and Sacramento are hitting high 90’s or even triple digits, the Tahoe Basin is in the upper 70s or low 80s. Combine that with the cool waters of Lake Tahoe and you have the perfect […]

Gone But Not Forgotten – Weird & Wonderful Things That Don’t Exist In Tahoe Anymore… But Are Still Remembered

Let’s be upfront. There’s A LOT to see, do, and love in Lake Tahoe. A veritable Sierra snowstorm of options to choose from any time of year you visit. But like many other places, the region is always evolving and changing. This list is a nod to those places that don’t exist in Tahoe anymore […]

Recharge Yourself On A Good ‘Ole Fashioned Road Trip

To this day, some of my best memories as a child were our annual summer excursions. We’d hop in our trusty 1985 Suburban and visit places all over the country including Lake Tahoe. Driving over Spooner Summit and seeing the shimmering waters of Big Blue, it was etched into my brain forever. Despite the current […]

Our Favorite #TahoeSouth Instagram Photos from the Month of July

Welcome back all of you TahoeSouth enthusiasts! We hope you all are staying healthy and safe. Enjoy our July picks. Remember to use #TahoeSouth to be featured. We’re happy to see you again. Don’t forget to practice social distancing and wear face coverings. 10. Wakeboarding at Sunset View this post on Instagram A […]

South Lake Tahoe beaches – sunshine, sand and swimming

There is no better way to soak up the Lake Tahoe sunshine than a day at the beach. Guest blogger Karin Sharon helps you find the perfect Lake Tahoe beaches for your visit on our blog.

The Comet NEOWISE And Lake Tahoe

Stargazers of the world are all a buzz due to the Comet NEOWISE. Yesterday, it made its closest approach to our planet and now is slowly exiting our periphery. Made up of ice, rock, and dust, this cosmic snowball won’t return to our galaxy for another 6,800 years! With this once in a lifetime opportunity […]

Paddle Into Summer! Your Paddleboarding Guide

Paddle into Summer! Your Summer Tahoe South Paddleboarding Guide Lake Tahoe is one of the clearest, largest, and deepest alpine lakes in the entire world. The cold winters and cool water temperatures keep the lake’s clarity extremely high. This clarity and the famed blue color of the lake, make Tahoe the perfect place to paddleboard […]

How to Watch Celebrity Golf 2020

The American Century Championship will return, July 8-12, 2020, as a live television event airing on NBCSN, NBC and GOLF Channel and adhering to health guidelines, without spectators. All prize monies will be donated to social justice, COVID-19 relief and regional Lake Tahoe non-profits as the tournament continues its longstanding commitment to charity fundraising efforts […]

Go Ahead, Have A Great Night’s Sleep – Learn How Lodging Is Making Sure You’re Safe

Step-by-step, Lake Tahoe is slowly reawakening. From adventure businesses to restaurants and dining, they’ve begun the process of welcoming back visitors. To read about the steps they’ve taken to ensure your safety, check out our articles How Adventure Businesses Are Welcoming Back visitors and Cuisine, Brews, and Easy Livin’ how entertainment industry is keeping you […]

Our Favorite #TahoeSouth Instagram Photos from the Month of June

Welcome back all of you TahoeSouth enthusiasts! We hope you all are staying healthy and safe with our new norm. Enjoy our June picks and be safe! Remember to use #TahoeSouth to be featured. We’re happy to see you again. Here are our top 10 #TahoeSouth Instagram images from this past month. 10. Life is […]

Take Care Tahoe

Take Care Tahoe COVID-19 Responsible Recreation, here are some tips to stay healthy and safe. Getting outside is important for mental and physical health, but right now it comes with special safety issues. Here are some tips to stay healthy and safe: Six feet and a mask, please. Even outside. Especially inside. […]

Tahoe South Summer Activities Guide

Here is a guide to some of our favorite things to do in South Lake Tahoe this summer. Please note: Getting outside is important for mental and physical health, but right now it comes with special safety issues. Visit www.tahoesouth.com/explore/family_fun/articles/take-care-lake-tahoe for some tips to stay healthy and safe. Hiking: Tahoe Rim Trail: This 165-mile hike […]

Cuisine, Brews, and Easy Livin’ – How Entertainment Businesses Are Welcoming Back Guests

Our last article we went deep into how adventure businesses are welcoming back visitors after Tahoe’s restrictions have eased. This week, we’ll give you an idea of what to expect on the Entertainment side of Tahoe’s fun activities in places like breweries, restaurants, and even resorts. Be Kind, Please Rewind Do you remember VHS tape […]

How Adventure Businesses in Tahoe Are Preparing to Welcome Back Visitors

The re-opening of Lake Tahoe is similar to a dimmer instead of a light switch. From small businesses to cornerstone attractions, everyone is preparing so that they’ll be ready for you once the time is right. Here’s a small sampling of how our partners are adapting and what to expect. Whether you’ve been visiting South […]

4 Fun Things You May Not Know About Lake Tahoe

Once you drive over any mountain summit and drop into the Lake Tahoe Basin, you’ll be hooked. The massive blue waters of Lake Tahoe, cupped by the Sierra Nevada, are presented to you like a gift. No matter how many times you’ve seen it, the views will re-energize you. To make your trip even more […]

Our Favorite #TahoeSouth Instagram Photos from the Month of May

Hello, Lake Tahoe Enthusiast! We hope you all are staying healthy and safe. Don’t forget we’re all in this together and #TahoeSouth will be here when it’s all over. May brought us new views and hopes. Enjoy our May picks and remember to use #TahoeSouth to be featured. We’ll see you soon! 10. Boating on […]

7 Ways to Keep Safe While Outdoors

Warm weather is arriving… even if it’s in spurts. We can see the light at the end of the tunnel as restrictions begin to ease a bit. Does that mean everything is fully open & gung-ho? Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives. But luckily, the folks at Leave No Trace have created a […]

Lake Tahoe Goes Hollywood … 7 Movie Locations In Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe’s jaw-dropping views, dramatic sunsets, and awe-inspiring peaks combined with its big body of water make for the ultimate backdrop of a cinematic masterpiece. Here’s a list of some of the movies that were shot on location in Lake Tahoe. The Bodyguard (1992) Fallen Leaf Lake The classic romantic drama starring Kevin Costner and […]

7 Cool, Hidden, And Unusual Things To See In Lake Tahoe

While we patiently wait for the travel restrictions to ease, check out some of the hidden and obscure things that you may not even know exist at Lake Tahoe. You’ve been to Emerald Bay. You’ve skied the slopes of all the ski resorts. But have you REALLY done everything and seen it all? Well, if […]

Share Your Favorite Memories And Experiences of Tahoe South

While travel to Tahoe South is off the table for the moment, it doesn’t mean we have to sit gloomily in the present. We thought, why not look forward to the future with optimism and hope especially since this is National Travel & Tourism Week. While we patiently wait for the travel restrictions to ease, […]

Our Favorite #TahoeSouth Instagram Photos from the Month of April

Hi Tahoe lovers! We know how much you miss us during these uncertain times, but we don’t want you to forget us or our beautiful scenery. Here are our April picks. We hope you enjoy them and remember to use #TahoeSouth to be featured. We’ll see you soon! 10. Mother Nature’s Majesty Instagram Link Moon […]