Tahoe South Blog

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 […]

How To Celebrate Earth Day In Lake Tahoe… Virtually

Besides Wednesday being a camel’s favorite day of the week, it’s also Earth Day. In fact, this year marks the 50th year it’s celebrated! In its simplest form, it is an opportunity for us to appreciate our surroundings. On a personal level, it’s a chance for you to honor the planet. After all, even a […]

Show Your Love For Local Restaurants On #CATakeOutTuesday

As we’ve talked about in our earlier post – Tahoe Businesses Showing Love In Times Of Need – a BIG part of our local Tahoe economy is the service industry. Particularly, the restaurant business. Even though dining rooms are closed, it doesn’t mean the kitchens are too. If you’re in South Lake Tahoe, Meyers, or […]

How Tahoe Businesses Are Showing Love In Times Of Need

During these times of hardship, it can be easy to become negative. To focus on what’s wrong with the world. While headlines and television have that covered, we thought – Why not bring a silver lining to this dark cloud. To highlight the positive things going in our neck of the woods, here’s how Tahoe […]

Planning is Now Digital in Tahoe South

Planning the perfect event in South Lake Tahoe just got much easier with the unveiling of the Tahoe South Trip Planning App from Visit Widget. Pairing the Tahoe South Guide on our site with integrated mobile apps provides you with an interactive way to map out everything you don’t want to miss in Tahoe South! […]

Our Favorite #TahoeSouth Instagram Photos from the Month of March

Hey Cool Cats & Kittens, We hope you all are staying healthy and safe with our new norm. Don’t forget we’re all in this together and #TahoeSouth will be here when it’s all over. For now, enjoy our March picks and be safe! Remember to use #TahoeSouth to be featured. We’ll see you soon! 10. […]

Four Lake Tahoe Backgrounds For Video Conferencing

If you’ve been watching TV shows like the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon or ESPN’s Get Up, the biggest thing to happen is the video conferencing abilities of a company called ZOOM. And after seeing Trevor Noah talking to Jimmy Fallon with the Golden Gate bridge behind him, it got us thinking. Wouldn’t it be […]

Mindful Practices in a Virtual World

You know, Yoga isn’t just about poses. It also includes practices of mindfulness. The first two limbs; Yama and Niyama describe practices for how to treat others and ourselves. Sometimes we can get so caught up in our own wants we forget that our behaviors have an effect on others. These are few practices to […]

Four Ways to Practice Yoga at Home

Simple ways to practice Yoga without the guidance of a teacher. Written by Jenay Aiksnoras, ERY500, Lake Tahoe Yoga LTD, Realignment Coach Establish Consistency When we don’t have the call of the alarm to wake us, or our schedule shifts unexpectedly, it can become difficult to retain a consistent schedule. Many of us take advantage […]

Get Your Tahoe Fix From A Safe & Social Distance

Before this past week, many of us had never heard the term “social distancing” or “flattening the curve.” This new reality is a tough one for all of us. And while we’ve gotten a lot of snow blanketing the Sierra Nevada, the mountain town you love needs you to love it from a safe, social […]

Five Of The Best Burger Joints In Lake Tahoe South

There’s nothing that works up an appetite like the great outdoors of Lake Tahoe. From marvelous hikes to see waterfalls to skiing epic lines at our ski resorts, these adventures deserve an award or rather a treat. Maybe it’s the aroma of grilling. Or the flavors of a fresh bun and perfectly seasoned meat. Or […]

Three Great Reasons to Visit Tahoe South in April

April is one of the best months to visit Tahoe as the crowds are gone, the days are longer and the parties are still going on. If you need additional reasons to plan your trip, below you will find some of my favorite activities to do in Tahoe in April – ski, eat, drink, hike, […]

Top Tahoe South Sports Bars for March Madness

When it comes to celebrating early spring at Tahoe South, it's tough to beat a fantastic "Miracle March" and exciting "March Madness."

Our Favorite #TahoeSouth Instagram Photos from the Month of February

Hello, Lake Tahoe Enthusiast! February, the month for love (well for most of us). But, for us Lake Tahoe enthusiasts, it means snow and multi-sport days. Here are our top 10 #TahoeSouth Instagram images from this past month. Be sure to use our hashtag to be featured. 10. Rock Climbing… Kind of? Instagram Link Looking […]

Spring Festivities

Spring Festivities Not To Be Missed On The Slopes – Including Pond Skimming Springtime in Tahoe South is what California skiing is all about. Bluebird days are abundant, the snowpack is deep and the party scene is heating up. Spring is the season of fun in every shape & size you can imagine. Spring Loaded […]

Why March is the Best Month to Visit Tahoe South

Here are five good reasons to visit Tahoe South in March. 1. The best skiing in Tahoe is in March You get to enjoy the slopes with some of the best spring skiing in the country, plenty of snow, the sunshine, and lack of crowds. Warmer temps in March create a snow condition, the locals […]

9 Tahoe South-Style Team-Building Activities

Tahoe South is more than a destination. It’s an adventure waiting to happen! So, whether those in your group work remotely or are just getting a little too comfy in the office, these nine adventures will engage them in new ways. Heart-Pounding Outdoor Adventures Attendees will be hard-pressed to pass on outdoor adventures in […]

20 Bucket List Must Do’s In 2020 at Lake Tahoe

Sometimes you get in a rut or a routine that’s focused on getting up, doing what you need, and that’s it. One of the handiest ways to get out of that funk is by creating a bucket list. It forces you to think “What adventurous things do I want to do that are a bit […]

What’s New in Tahoe South?

Thus far, this winter leaves a lot to be desired. Where is the snow? It could all turn to whiteout winter conditions overnight, but when? I will say that I don’t miss all the shoveling that last year required, but something just doesn’t feel right. There’s plenty to do and see around here on any […]

Tahoe South Spring Loaded

Ah… spring in Lake Tahoe. A deep snowpack, bountiful sunshine & goggle tans. Nothing beats it. And to make it even better, we’re bringing back Spring Loaded. That’s right! Four weeks packed with events on AND off the slopes. So, if you didn’t know, now ya know. Check out a sample from the 2020 Spring […]

Yoga is everywhere

I practice Yoga everyday and everywhere. This doesn’t mean I do Yoga poses every day. Nope. I've learned that Yoga is much more than poses. It's a way of living. Yoga is everywhere, all the time.

Winter Girls’ Getaway In South Lake Tahoe

Planning a winter getaway with the girls? Here are the keys to having a great vacation in South Lake Tahoe!

Our Favorite #TahoeSouth Instagram Photos from the Month of January

Hello, Lake Tahoe Enthusiast! This month was a tough one… There was a lot of great imagery submitted by our #TahoeSouth fans. Each month the Tahoe South staff goes through each photo to choose our top favorites. Do you think your photo should be chosen? Be sure to #TahoeSouth in your next Tahoe adventure on […]

Lake Tahoe Valentine’s Day 2020 – Valentine’s Day Restaurants in Tahoe South

If you’re planning on including a visit to Tahoe in your Valentine’s Day plans, you’re in luck - there are quite a few romantic opportunities in South Lake Tahoe this Thursday, February 14th.

Why you should volunteer at the American Century Golf Tournament

With summer quickly approaching and the thought of getaway vacations on my mind, I have already reserved a week in my planner to escape to South Lake Tahoe for the 31st Annual American Century Celebrity Golf Tournament at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. Last summer was my first time volunteering for the golf tournament and I can’t […]

Yoga on the Slopes

We all know that the only way to truly prepare for Winter sports is to get out there and do them. Whether you are heading to Heavenly or Kirkwood, Squaw or Sierra at Tahoe, Yoga Asana and Pranayama as well as mindful practices can help you to feel strong, safe and aware while out on […]

And The Award For The Best Weather To Ski Is… Lake Tahoe

What makes the best weather to ski in? First on the list is snow. You need LOTS of it for it to be a good place to enjoy. But for the majority of us, while it’s actually storming, skiing isn’t fun. Second is sunshine. There’s nothing better than a day filled with sunshine to raise […]

Super Bowl Sunday in Tahoe South

Sunday, February 2, 2020, Super Bowl 54! The kickoff between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers is still a few days away, I can’t help think about the commercials and of course the halftime performance which this year will be epic showcasing Jennifer Lopez, Shakira and Mexican group Los Tigres del Norte! […]

Top 5 ‘Off the Beaten Path’ Apres Ski Firepits in Tahoe South

Tahoe South has mastered the art of Apres Ski, knowing that the fun in the snow can be topped off with food and drinks shared amongst friends. Getting toasty and comfortable around a firepit while sharing stories and laughter makes for unforgettable memories. Tahoe South offers the top 5 off the beaten path Apres Ski […]

Ski California Safety Day In Lake Tahoe

The sun shining on your face. The serenity of gliding down a mountain. There’s nothing like skiing or snowboarding in Lake Tahoe. The snow comes in feet, it feels warm, and most of all, there’s so much to do after you’re done skiing. And that’s only a few of the reasons why we find this […]

5 Amazing Places To Go Snow Tubing in Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe is known for two things in the winter – snow, lots of it & sunshine, nearly 300 days annually. But what if you don’t know how to ski yet still want to embrace winter? You can, of course, get lessons at one of our three world-class ski resorts but there are so many […]

Learn to Ski or Ride in South Lake Tahoe

January is Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month, and if you have never experienced the thrill of cruising down corduroy snow while looking at beautiful Lake Tahoe in front of you, there’s no time like the present to learn.

Our Favorite #TahoeSouth Instagram Photos from 2019

Hello, Lake Tahoe Enthusiast! Happy New Year to all! The Tahoe South team struggled to find the best images from this past year, there were so many good ones! We had so much fun going through all of #TahoeSouth IG images, you guys truly living it up in Tahoe South. Enjoy our Top 10 Instagram […]

Our Favorite #TahoeSouth Instagram Photos from the Month of December

Hello, Lake Tahoe Enthusiast! Enjoy our Top 10 Instagram photos from this past month (December) and don’t forget to #TahoeSouth to be featured. 10. Drink Coffee Do Stuff! Instagram Link And eat a great breaky while you’re at it. 9. Breath Taking Sights Instagram Link Looking for that picture-perfect photo? Swing by Emerald Bay […]

Where to go ice skating and sledding in Tahoe South

Unofficial Tahoe Ambassador and guest blogger Clark Vandeventer shares a quick introduction to some sledding and ice skating spots you can enjoy visiting South Lake Tahoe.

Sunday Departure Tips

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What Planners Can Expect at Heavenly Village

Google “heaven” and you’ll probably see pictures of puffy white clouds and beautiful blue skies. Here in Tahoe South, nestled among a picturesque setting, Heavenly Village is just that: a slice of heaven. A true hub for entertainment, this premier destination is near exciting activities, luxurious resorts and versatile venues. Heavenly Village offers something for […]

Heavenly Happenings For The Holidays – Fun Activities For All

South Lake Tahoe puts the “après” in holiday fun. Christmas lights adorn the shops and decorations are festooned all around the town. There’s so much to do during Heavenly Holidays, you might have to extend your trip to fit it all in. Here’s a glimpse into different types of activities you can enjoy. For The […]

Roll Them Dice, Hit Those Slots – A Breakdown Of Lake Tahoe Casinos

If you want to experience some of the most unique casinos in the country and pair it with a vacation that embraces the great outdoors, there’s only one place in the United States to find that – Lake Tahoe. To help, here’s a quick breakdown of the Lake Tahoe Casinos scene. South Tahoe Casino Scene […]

5 Unexpected Things About Meeting in Tahoe South

Every destination says they’re unique, but in Tahoe South, the proclamation holds water. Take a look at the top five things we hear planners and attendees say surprise them the most about meeting in Tahoe South. Wallflowers Are Welcomed You don’t have to be a rip-roaring adventure buff to have a good time here! Some […]

5 Reasons Why Lake Tahoe Skiing Is The Best In The West

As many residents can attest, once you’ve experienced an epic Lake Tahoe winter, you’re hooked. Glorious blue skies, comfy temps, and most of all, lots & lots of snow. And the best part? The region has no shortage of resorts to explore if you’re here for a day or a lifetime. Still don’t believe us? […]

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 November

Hello, Lake Tahoe Enthusiast! I hope you all chose to #OptOutSide on Black Friday, we sure did. Well, November has come and gone but left us with some very fun Instagram images and stories from Lake Tahoe. Enjoy and don’t forget to use #TahoeSouth to be featured. 10. MTB Water Adventures Instagram Link Sometimes the mountain […]