For a place known primarily for world class skiing Lake Tahoe offers an amazing choice of activities. Even though outdoor activities are the best known ways to have fun there are so many indoor activities that everyone is sure to find something to please.
Let's start with the casinos. Most of the Nevada side casinos, including MontBleu Casino, offer the full selection of activities besides gambling. Also featured are top live shows, truly fine dining and every kind of shopping.
Hiking has constantly been one of the favorite activities at Tahoe in the warmer months. The Mount Tallac/Glen Alpine trail offers a six mile hike to a breathtaking vista of Lake Tahoe, Fallen Leaf Lake and the High Sierra. For the really adventurous check out the Tahoe Rim Trail which, at 152 miles, completely circles the lake and provides some of the most jaw dropping vistas to be seen anywhere in the country.
For a glimpse into the heritage of the Lake Tahoe area try the Thunderbird Lodge, begun in 1936, which was begun as a vacation resort, but as the building went on the eccentric owner became increasingly interested in the indigenous heritage, the flora and fauna of Tahoe. The site was eventually sold to the US Forest Service and the building now stands as the last and best example of a great private residence to be found in the area.
For those interested in the natural wildlife of Tahoe no visit would be complete without a stop at Eagle Lake, well known for the wild Eagles often spotted at the lake. It can get very busy on weekends so plan to arrive early.
Additional popular hiking trails typically include Echo Lakes offering an easy to moderate trail passing both the lower and upper Echo Lakes and numerous additional smaller lakes along the way. An even easier choice is the Rainbow Trail which is a handicapped-accessible, paved trail and features many signs along the way creating a self-guided tour.
Another great view point that isn't often visited is the Stateline Fire Lookout just a 45 minute hike off the road. The lookout area is cleared so nothing obstructs the alluring views that are worth the easy walk.
A splendid way to enjoy the lake if you enjoy biking is the Ring Around the Lake bike trail. At 72 miles you will probably just select one portion to ride.
While we're speaking about the lake we must mention the Dixie Queen paddlewheel boat offering daytime and dinner cruises. The Dixie Queen offers a fun and memorable bring out of any trip to the Lake.
If you want most splendid of views with the minimum of exertion then try the Squaw Valley Tram. The tram runs year round from Squaw Village up to the observation facility, restaurant and swimming pool build for the 1960 Winter Olympics. Heavenly also offers an thrilling Tram ride operating all year.
This list is not close to complete. I haven't even touched on many of the other available adventures including hot air balloon rides and, of course, the always popular downhill skiing and boarding.
With so many fun adventures awaiting you why are you sitting there reading this article? Go have some fun. Go find some Tahoe excitement!
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