Placerville California Lake Tahoe & National Forests

Lake Tahoe

While hotels and ski resorts draw millions of guests each year, the area's main attraction continues to be the restful silence of the wilderness and the awe-inspiring beauty of the Lake. As the Washoe Indians realized centuries ago, the "edge of the lake" is a unique and special place.

Lake Tahoe is a unique and beautiful national treasure that also boasts a rich and colorful historical past. The Washoe Indians had been gathering at its shores for centuries when American explorers Kit Carson and John Fremont came upon it in 1844. The Lake Tahoe Basin was a summer gathering place for three tribes of these peaceful Indians, who considered the Lake to be a spiritual site and conducted sacred ceremonies on the South Shore. Even today, the ancient name for the Lake lives on in a modern form. The Washoes named the area "Da-ow-a-ga," or "edge of the Lake." The explorers, however, unaccustomed to the native tongue, interpreted the phrase as "Tahoe." Lake Tahoe got its official name in 1945.

Today, Lake Tahoe still retains its pioneer charm while displaying an ancient respect for nature. For complete listings of all that South Lake Tahoe has to offer, visit http://www.bluelaketahoe.com.

Official Lake Tahoe Visitors Bureau Websites
www.visitinglaketahoe.com/

530) 542-1080	Discover Lake Tahoe, Inc. is South Lake Tahoe's premier tour provider offering tours year round. Sightseeing Tours of Lake Tahoe and Beyond. Private Charters and Ski Shuttle.
Lake Tahoe Ski Packages (800) 987-9852	From lodging to lift tickets to Lake cruises, find everything you need to make your next Lake Tahoe adventure a great success. With hotels and resorts ranging from the North to the South and everywhere in between, a variety of skiing options including lift tickets to individual resorts or an interchangeable booklet to seven great resorts and an abundance of things to do off the slopes, Vacations Made Easy is your winter fun planning destination.
Tributary Whitewater Tours (800) 6-RAFTING or (530) 346-6812	Whitewater rafting trips from 1/2 day - 3+ days on the Truckee, American, Yuba, Carson and other rivers. For all levels, from family vacation trips suitable for kids from 4 years, to rafting adventures for the expert. Tributary California white water rafting guides are highly trained, warm and friendly individuals chosen for their ability to make your California rafting trip safe, fun-filled and unforgettable.
High Sierra Helicopters (866) 744-TAHOE (530) 544-2211	Offering an adventure high above beautiful Lake Tahoe. Several tour options include; Casino Tour, Emerald Bay Tour, full Lake Tahoe Tour and a romantic Sunset Tour. It's an experience to remember, so make your reservations today.
High Sierra Water Ski School (530) 583-7417 Sunnyside (530) 525-1214 Homewood	We have two convenient locations to serve you - one at the Sunnyside Restaurant, Lodge & Marina and the second on the West Shore at the Homewood High & Dry Marina. We offer Water Skiing & Wakeboard Lessons, Power Boat Rentals, Power Boat Charters, Jet Ski Rentals, plus Canoe, Kayak and Equipment rentals. We invite you to experience Lake Tahoe's most fun and exciting summer recreation operation, perfect for family boat trips and summer vacation activities.
Lake Tahoe Adventures (530) 577-2940	We offer snowmobile, ATV, Jeep and Hummer tours in the beautiful Lake Tahoe back country. Drive our ATV's on the world-famous Rubicon Trail or snowmobiles in beautiful Hope Valley. Voted the Locals Favorite!
Tahoe Adventure Company (530) 913-9212 (866) 830-6125 Toll Free	Lake Tahoe Kayaking Trips , Kayaking and Mountain Biking Multi Sport, Mountain Biking Options, Hiking and Biking Multi Sport, Guided Rock Climbing, Custom Plan Your Adventure! The Tahoe Adventure Company offers unsurpassed options for a full day of exploring. We offer a wide range of options for adventure and specialize in combining sports to allow you to get the most out of your day. Day trips include all equipment, natural and human history as well as van shuttle when necessary.
Lake of the Sky Adventures (866) Lake-Sky Toll Free	Outdoor adventure for teens. Sign your teenager up for either a single day course or a full week of adventure. Hiking, Biking, Kayaking, Water Skiing, And Rock Climbing. Nights are spent camping at the most spectacular sites in the Tahoe Basin. Enroll your teen today!
Squaw Valleys High Camp (530) 583-6955	Fun. Fun. Fun! Located at the top of Squaw Valley enjoy uninterrupted views of Lake Tahoe - enjoy ice skating, rock climbing wall, snowtubing, the swimming lagoon and spa. Numerous sundecks, the Poolside Cafe and Terrace restaurant await. Some activities are seasonal. Please call for more information.
Squaw Valley Adventure Center (530) 583-7673	Fun, active learning experiences for groups and individuals of all ages with challenge rope courses, indoor climbing wall and orienteering courses. Our activities include Miniature Golf, a Ropes Course, Skyjump Bungee Trampoline, and Climbing Wall. Our group programs introduce a challenge and the opportunity for personal discovery, group awareness and change, and lasting empowerment. Programs may utilize the activities above and/or may include hiking, snowshoeing, orienteering (map & compass), and more! Programs can be conducted indoors or outdoors, any season.
Truckee River Raft Co. (530) 583-0123 OPERATING DAILY June - September	River rafting on the Truckee is an exciting, yet safe way for a family or friends to enjoy a morning or afternoon together. A GREAT 2-3 HOURS in which you enjoy a leisurely, self guided, 5- mile float on the Truckee River from Tahoe City to the River Ranch Bar, Restaurant & Hotel. We are the only rafting concession that exits directly into the River Ranch landing. Have lunch, drinks or just enjoy the view. You can catch a free shuttle bus back to your car at anytime until 6 p.m. daily.

ADVENTURE/TOURS: Outside the Lake Tahoe Basin

Elite Desert Tours
(888) 330-Tour

Elite Desert Tours is a fun filled three hour TOMCAR tour through the Dayton and Virginia City, Nevada desert. The routes selected require the capabilities of an all terrain vehicle. Some of Nevada's first and most infamous mines will be viewed and wild mustangs are almost always present. What is a TOMCAR? A TOMCAR is a two wheel drive, all terrain, versatile vehicle designed for maneuverability and endurance while providing driver and passenger with comfort, safety, and fun.

Scenic Glider Rides
Soar Over the Sierra
(800) 345-7627

Located in Minden, Nevada. Experience the joy of flight. View the grandeur of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra from a sailplane...a mile above the Carson Valley floor. A fantastic photographic opportunity! Offering one and two passenger glider rides. Located at the Minden airport at 1138 Airport Rd. Just a 25 minute drive from South Lake Tahoe. This is one to add to your list of adventure.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE : HORSEBACK RIDING

Stable	Description
Camp Richardson's Corral (530) 541-3113	A Lake Tahoe horseback riding experience! Breakfast rides daily, steak dinner evening ride, hourly rides, fishing trips, pack trips, wagon & sleigh rides. Located at 4 Emerald Bay Road (at Fallen Leaf Road), South Lake Tahoe, CA. Open Summer for Horseback Riding - Winter for Sleigh Rides.
Cascade Stables (530) 541-2055	Many Lake Tahoe horseback riding tours to choose from - 1 hour, 2 hour, horseback riding tour around cascade lake, breakfast rides, steak rides, pack trips, fishing trips, wilderness trips and spot pack trips to a specific location.. Located at 2199 Cascade Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA. Open June - September .
Lazy K Pack Station (209) 258-7433	Located at Kirkwood Ski and Summer Resort. Offering beautiful views and a wonderful horseback riding experience.
Zephyr Cove Stables (775) 588-5664	Guided horseback rides overlooking Lake Tahoe. One Hour Ride, One and a Half Hour Ride, Two Hour, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner rides availbale. National forest area - located at Highway 50, 4 miles north of casinos at Zephyr Cove Resort, Zephyr Cove, NV. Open mid April through mid November.

NORTH LAKE TAHOE : HORSEBACK RIDING

Stable	Description
Alpine Meadows Stable (530) 583-3905	Offering fun horseback riding with experienced guides & dependable horses.
Northstar Stables (530) 562-2480	Summer horse trail rides, kids pony rides, picnic & BBQ area. Specializing in beginners and family groups - rides include an extra half hour for you to get to know your guide, do your paperwork and discussion on horse behavior and safety rules. Children must be 7 years for trail rides. Located at Northstar at Tahoe, Truckee, CA. Open June - October.
Squaw Valley Stables (530) 583-7433	You can select from all kinds of horses...Gentle horses, spirited horses, and for those who don't like to ride there are horses that don't like to be ridden. One, two, half day, private rides and kid friendly ponyrides available. Located at 1525 Squaw Valley Road, Olympic Valley, CA. Open June through September.
Tahoe Donner Association (530) 587-9470	Standard & custom horseback trail rides. Friday night BBQ & hay rides. Pony rides, lessons and camps. Fun for the whole family. Located at 15275 Alder Creek Road, Truckee, CA. Open Memorial Day weekend through September.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE : SPAS AND HEALTH CLUBS

Elements Spa (800) 448-4577 Reservations (530) 541-2180 Telephone	We offer high quality health services based on the ancient holistic medicine of Ayurveda and also Native American healing techniques. The treatments you'll receive are personalized to your specific needs.
Health Through Harmony (775) 588-0388	Over ten years experience in deep tissue, Swedish and sports massage. Make your appointment ahead of time via e-mail or phone to guarantee your massage during your vacation at Lake Tahoe.
A Massage for All Seasons (530) 541-1525	Relax in a tranquil setting as your professional massage therapist customizes your treatment to meet your special needs. Offering massage, facials, reflexology, and aromatherapy body scrubs. Spa and bridal packages and treament rooms for couples available.
David Walley's Resort, Hot Springs & Spa (775) 782-8155	Six mineral pools that range in temperature from 96 - 104 degrees, or swim in a fresh water swimming pool that is heated to approximately 85 degrees. Reservations are recommended. Spa hours are 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily.
Sierra Athletic Club (530) 542-4426	Certified Training Staff - Fitness & Nutritional Evaluation Extensive Cardiovascular Center, "The Flex" Circuit Training System, Complete Free Weight Area. Lake Tahoe health club.

NORTH LAKE TAHOE : SPAS AND HEALTH CLUBS

Resort at Squaw Creek (530) 583-6300 (800) 327-3353 Toll Free	North Lake Tahoe's most luxurious spa facility. Remodeled to reflect the beauty of the Squaw Valley area, the spa radiates with natural colors, materials, and textures. Massage therapy, body treatments, facial services, and salon services available.
A Touch of Tahoe Massage Therapy (530) 583-4955	Professional massage therapy utilizing a combination of techniques. Therapists will travel with massage table. Group discounts available.
Balcony Rejuvenation Salon (530) 583-2742	Experienced staff offers complete hair and nail salon. Indulge while on vacation at Lake Tahoe.
Cal Neva Resort (775) 832-4000	Lake Tahoe Euro spa with a wide range of treatments: relaxing jacuzzi; to a rejuvenating facial of therapeutic massage.
Squaw Valley USA (530) 583-6985	Free-form pool & large outdoor spa. Locker facilities. Lake Tahoe tennis club.
Incline Recreation Center (775) 832-1310	Indoor swimming/diving pool, aerobics, gym, cardiovascular fitness room, on-site child care and more. North Lake Tahoe gym.
Lighthouse Massage Therapy (530) 583-8100	Overlook Lake Tahoe in a elegant and peaceful surrounding. Massage and skin care. Indulge while on vacation at Lake Tahoe.
ViaMassage & Rolf Bodywork of Tahoe (775) 832-2011	Dedicated to provided skilled, caring and experienced massage therapy and Rolf Structural Integration. Located in Incline Village.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE : ICE SKATING

Rink	Description
Heavenly Village (530) 543-1423 Hwy. 50 near the Casinos	Ideally located in the heart of Lake Tahoe's South Shore in the new Heavenly Village, this ice skating rink is perfect for the entire family. Kids can ice skate while parents enjoy the fine boutique shopping. The Heavenly Village offers fine shops, restuarants, arcade, laser tag and movie theatre.
South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena (530) 542-6262 1176 Rufus Allen Blvd.	The South Tahoe Ice Arena is a full service ice skating facility. This facility consists of a regulation NHL size sheet of ice, locker rooms, snack bar, retail store, arcade and party rooms. This public facility offers ice skating and hockey lessons as well as public skate sessions.
Village Ice Rink at Kirkwood (209) 258-6000 Located off Hwy. 88	Located at the Kirkwood Ski Resort Village, just off Hwy. 88 about 35 minutes from South Lake Tahoe. The rink is open daily throughout the winter, weather permitting, from Noon - 6 pm on Saturdays and Holidays, and midweek from 2pm - 5pm.

NORTH LAKE TAHOE : ICE SKATING

Rink	Description
Olympic Ice Pavilion Olympic Valley (530) 583-6985	This 100' x 200' Olympic Ice Pavilion overlooks Lake Tahoe and is located at the top of the Cable Car at High Camp Bath and Tennis Club. Operated daily from 11am to 9pm.
Resort at Squaw Creek Olympic Valley (530) 583-6300	Beautiful setting in Olympic Valley. This outdoor ice skating rink is fun for the entire family. Open during the winter season. Can be reserved for large groups. Open from 9am to 9pm. Come experience great outdoor adventure on Lake Tahoe's North Shore.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE : SNOW PARKS

Snow Park	Description
Echo Summit Sno-Park Hwy. 50 at Echo Summit, South side of roadway	This snow park location is a former ski area and is a popular hill for tuging. The parking lot holds about 100 cars and can fill up quickly on weekends. There are three hills with varying degrees of slope. Perfect for the beginner to advanced tubers! There is no lift to take you to the top so it can be a bit of a climb.
Hansen's Resort (530) 544-3361 1360 Ski Run Blvd.	Two 400 ft. long trails with banked turns. All equipment is furnished for your great Lake Tahoe winter sleding excitement.
Heavenly Ski Resort (800) HEAVENLY Top of the Heavenly Gondola	Take the 2.4 scenic gondola ride up to the top of Heavenly. There you will find the Adventure Peak play are, complete with snow tubing, sledding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. A great way for the family to spend the day. Those skiers and boarders can spend the day at Heavenly while other family and friends can use the snow park.
Taylor Creek Sno-Park Hwy. 89 north of Camp Richarson	This short little hill is mostly for small children and timid new beginners. The crowds are light and lots of beginner fun.
Sierra-at-Tahoe (530) 659-7453 Highway 50 East of Echo Summit	Located at on Highway 50 east of Echo Summit. One of Lake Tahoe's most enjoyed tubing hills with lift system. It's great for those who don't ski, but want the "snow" experience. Mom and Dad can enjoy the view from tables on the deck complete with drinks and food.
South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd. South Lake Tahoe, CA (530) 542-6056	This state of the art 37,000 square feet indoor official NHL ice surface has just opened in South Lake Tahoe! Skating at this beautiful ice arena will add to your winter mountain recreational experience. The ice rink offers stating lessons, full service pro shop/rentals and daily public skating sessions. Please call ahead for schedule updates.
Spooner Summit Corner of Hwy. 50 and Hwy. 28	This large park area is located at the corner of Hwy 50 and Hwy 28 on your way from South Lake Tahoe to Carson City, Nevada. Bring your own equipment to enjoy this downhill excitement.

NORTH LAKE TAHOE : SNOW PARKS

Snow Park	Description
Boreal (530) 426-3666 Just off I-80	A wonderful sledding area for children of all ages. Saucers provided. Located off Hwy. 80 about a 35 minute drive from North Lake Tahoe. One of the oldest family winter traditions has become a little easier. Boreal's equipped with groomed sledding lanes, portable bathrooms and quality sleds. The Playland is a place where the whole family can enjoy the snow. Playland Park is open from 10am to 4pm during the regular winter season when conditions permit.
Granlibakken Ski Area (530) 581-7533 Tahoe City	Located in Tahoe City Granlibakken offers an area for saucers only. Rentals available, fee charged for day use.
Mt. Rose Hwy. 431	This hill is closest to Incline Village. Located at the top of Mt. Rose highway (Hwy. 431) Must have your own equipment for this large open tubing area. Lots of space and fun to be had. Drop off your skiers/boarders at Mt. Rose Ski Resort and bring the small kids to the park.
North Tahoe Regional Park (530) 546-4212 End of National Ave. Tahoe Vista	Located in Tahoe Vista, this hill offers fun for sleds, saucers, tubes, etc. Located at the end of National Ave. $3 parking fee at the North Tahoe Regional Park which applies to sledding. Sled rentals available on site. Cross Country Skiing approx.. 11km of cross country trails that are groomed as snow permits. $3 parking fee and a donation is requested for us of the trails. Facility has year round restrooms and dogs are welcome on leash.
Northstar at Tahoe (530) 562-1010 Hwy. 267	Truckee / Kings Beach - Hill with tow lift for use with saucers (available for rent). Day use fee. It's great for those who don't ski, but want the "snow" experience.
Soda Springs (530) 426-3901 First resort off I-80	Snow tube area that offers tow system and special runs with banked turns. Easier runs also available. It's great for those who don't ski, but want the "snow" experience.
Squaw Valley (800) 545-4350 Hwy. 89 8 miles south of Truckee	Enjoy uninterrupted views of Lake Tahoe and the High Sierra, ice skate at the Olympic Ice Pavilion, slip and slide the afternoon away at the Snowtubing Arena or relax at the Poolside Umbrella Bar and soak up the sierra sun in the Swimming Lagoon & Spa. A great day of fun for all!