General Creek Campground at Sugar Pine State Park
Bring your tents, trailers, and motorhomes! Sugar Pine Point State Park’s General Creek Campground has 175 campsites, each with a table and stove, plus nearby restrooms, showers, and a sanitary dump station. There are 7 wheelchair friendly campsites as well as a paved path for walking, biking and wheelchair use. Family campsites can fit up to 8 people and 3 cars, while group sites can fit up to 40 people and 10 vehicles. Dogs are allowed on a leash in developed areas of the park, but are not permitted on park trails. This pleasant Lake Tahoe campground is nestled in a beautiful forest setting... Read more »
Meeks Bay Campground
Meeks Bay Campground is ideally located on the south end of Meeks Bay with a wonderful Lake Tahoe beach to spend your summer days lounging and swimming. Choose from 40 tent and RV campsites (accommodates RV’s up to 20′ long). The campground has a nice setting with smaller pines for shade and large shrubs to provide some privacy. The campground is not too large so overcrowding and noise is not as much of an issue. The only drawback at the campground would be some road noise for campsites that skirt along Highway 89 (Emerald Bay Road). The easy walk to the beach is a major plus. There... Read more »
The Perfect Beach Day at Zephyr Cove Resort
So I just took my five year daughter to Zephyr Cove beach this past Saturday afternoon. It was late in the day and I new parking would probably be impossible, but at 3pm we squeaked in a spot even though the signs said parking was full. The gal at the entrance gate was very friendly and even suggested where we head to park. We paid our $8 for the entrance fee and got a spot up front! Now I knew this was the hot spot for young adults looking for a day of sun, fun and drinks on the beach, but I was impressed with everything else that this beach delivered. There were limber 20 somethings playing volleyball... Read more »
Concerts at Commons Beach in Tahoe City
June 24 to September 9th – Every Sunday Feel the rhythm, sway to the music – Concerts at Commons Beach are the perfect way to spend a summers evening on the shores of Lake Tahoe. This is the biggest free live music event at North Lake Tahoe and features local, regional, and national performers who will entertain and wow you with their musical talents. Taking place every Sunday afternoon all summer long, this 12-week concert series is chance to picnic with family and friends in a relaxed atmosphere at Tahoe City’s Commons Beach. Be sure to bring low-back lawn chairs or blankets,... Read more »
Truckee Thursdays with Live Music, Arts, Food and Activities
June 14th to August 23 – Every Thursday Evening During the summer, Thursdays in Downtown Truckee are full of activities that the whole family will enjoy. Peruse fresh goods at the certified organic Farmers’ Market and check out the arts and crafts vendor booths. Enjoy the live music and hang with your friends in the beer garden. There are family and children’s activities, outdoor dining, and sidewalk sales. This popular event is supported by more than 1,500 attendees every week. The 2012 season starts June 14th and ends on August 23rd. Show up every Thursday from 5:00pm to 9:00pm on Donner... Read more »
American Century Celebrity Golf Championship at Lake Tahoe
July 17th thru July 22nd Take part in the excitement at the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship 2012, located at beautiful Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. This event features 80 of the greatest celebrities in sports and entertainment who will participate in a 54-hole Modified Stableford competition for a share of a record purse of $600,000 as well as the American Century Championship Cup. This great event is taking place on one of Lake Tahoe’s most scenic golf course with a gorgeous lakefront setting. Come and watch the fun or be a part of the action! This week-long golf tournament is... Read more »
Squaw Valley Art, Wine & Music Festival
Celebrate the best in art, wine and music at the Squaw Valley Summer Festival. This 2-day events takes place in The Village at Squaw Valley in Olympic Valley, CA. Wine aficionados will enjoy tasting wines from 15 wineries, including the Robert Stemmler Winery, the Donum Estate, and Heck Estates’ Lake Sonoma Winery and Valley of the Moon Winery. While you are sampling the wines, enjoy the display of fine arts and crafts. The artwork consists of stunning photography, beautiful paintings, and exquisite jewelry. Kids will love the 18-hole miniature golf course and sky jump bungee trampoline, hiking... Read more »
Lake Tahoe Concours d’ Elegance Wooden Boat Show
Wooden boat enthusiasts and curious visitors will love to attend the annual Concours d’ Elegance Wooden Boat Show at North Lake Tahoe. This two day social event is sponsored by the Tahoe Yacht Club Foundation and showcases around 100 antique wooden boats. Around 6,000 visitors come for the excellent classes and competitions. It goes from 9am to 4pm daily. There are other week long social events and classes. Classes are designed to teach the current wood craftsmanship standards, finish work and detailing on classic watercraft. The event takes place along the docks at the Sierra Boat Company... Read more »
Lake Tahoe Fireworks this 4th of July 2012
This event has passed. Lake Tahoe 4th of July 2014 Fireworks article will give you the full scoop for this years festivities. ——————- Celebrate our Country’s 236th Birthday at Lake Tahoe and enjoy the infamous South Lake Tahoe fireworks! What makes Lake Tahoe an ideal site to celebrate? Lake Tahoe offers some of the most spectacular fireworks displays in the country. Not only will you gaze in awe at the fireworks displays in the sky, but the crystal clear waters of the lake reflect and multiply the mesmerizing lights. Join in at some of these favorite Lake... Read more »
