This is, arguably, one of the most gorgeous spots on Lake Tahoe. This Sate Park has everything from a sandy beach to large boulders in the water to lakeside trails to an historical home and exhibit. This is absolutely worth the day trip – get there early to secure a parking spot as well as a spot on the beach and spend the day kayaking, swimming, boulder hopping and exploring.

The combination of towering mountains, clear blue water, tall pines and dynamic coastline make Lake Tahoe one of the most unique destinations in the country.

Lake Tahoe’s unique geology makes the area a great place for recreational activities on both land and water. There are incredible hiking opportunities, all over the region, with equally incredible views! I recommend the Bay View trail to Maggie’s Saddle as well as hikes that go to the Destination Wilderness by Emerald Bay.

Lake Tahoe is fed by 63 tributaries but only has one outlet: the Truckee River. This river flows northeast through Nevada and into Pyramid Lake, more than 80 miles away.

 Sourcing glaciers shaped Lake Tahoe during the Ice Ages, carving the landscape and leaving behind rocky evidence of their movement.

 At 1,645 feet, Lake Tahoe is the second deepest lake in the United States, full of drop offs and sand bars. This combined with the clear water creates almost a Caribbean-like blue. It really is as dramatic as it looks in pictures!

 The Lake Tahoe region is known for its conifer forests of Jeffrey, lodgepole and sugar pines, as well as white and red firs. Bears, eagles, beaver and mink all make Tahoe their home, too.

There are plenty of hiking opportunities in Lake Tahoe but I absolutely recommend the short hike to Eagle Rock. The lake view is outstanding!

Fishing on Lake Tahoe can produce lake trout, salmon and other cold water species.