What to Do

Kings Beach State Recreation Area

Located in the center of King's Beach, a day use park offering water rentals and beach area, playarea for kids and picnic area in addition to public facilities. From the beach area, rent Jet Ski's, boats and paddleboards for some summer fun on the water. In the summer, enjoy outdoor concerts on the weekend, in the evenings. 

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Matt Heron Fly Fishing

A fun summer family excursion that everyone will enjoy. The only Fly-fishing instruction in Squaw Valley offering a great selection of options. From Cast n Catch half day options to a full day fly-fishing instruction and fishing. All excursions are on locally stocked ponds within Squaw Valley resort area, however private tours on the Truckee River can be arranged for a more personalized experience. 

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Moon Dunes Beach

Featuring white sand and one of the finest sand beaches in Lake Tahoe where Snow Creek meets Lake Tahoe. Popular for Kayak launching, the area features limited parking and facilities. 

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Ponderosa Golf Course

Truckee's 9 hole public golf course that is managed by the Truckee Donner Recreation and Parks. The course of wide fairways and sloped greens winds through Ponderosa pines and evergreen trees. The course is a great walking course, however cart rentals are available as are putting and chipping greens, driving nets, a pro-shop and a snack bar. 

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Sand Harbor

Great location three miles south of Incline Village to enjoy the Lake with over 55 acres of coves, sandy beaches, lake views and forest areas. A great location for swimming, kayaking and even scuba diving. Boats can easily launch from one of two ramps for a fun day of water skiing and fishing. There are many picnic sites available with shaded cedar and pine trees with barbecues and picnic tables. There is an entrance fee for use of the property.

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Secret Harbor Beach

This lake area is popular for hikers and boaters. With a trail to the beach and additional hiking trails that take you above the beach with beautiful lake views. The area offers restrooms facilities and free parking off of Hwy 28 on the west side. 

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Tahoe Adventure Company

Adventure travel tours in the Lake Tahoe area. Customized tours in snowshoeing and cross country ski, kayaking, biking, hiking, rock climbing, mutli-sport experiences and customized adventures. All their tours focus on experiencing nature and the beauty of the area with exceptional service for memorable experiences. 

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Tahoe City Commons Beach

A four acre park on the lake in downtown Tahoe City near Truckee. A popular location for swimming, picnicking and family fun complete with children's playgrounds and beaches. In the summer you will find Free concerts and other fun family activities. 

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Tahoe City Marina

Offering a full marina with amenities, including boat slips, gas dock, buoy rentals and launch. Plus fishing charters, parasailing excursions, water-skiing, power and sail boat rentals, sales and lessons. They have everything you need for a complete lake experience.

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Tahoe Donner Snow Area

Offering all the snow fun in one location. From downhill, to cross country and play areas to everything you need for a fun day in the snow. Named one of the top cross country ski areas in North America, with easy access from Truckee, this is a locals favorite snow spot. Offering an Adventure Center featuring rental equipment and pro-shop, organic restaurant and trailside bar. Their excellent trail systems take you through forest and trees with beautiful mountain views. In addition to ski trails they offer Fat Biking and dog-friendly trails. 

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Tahoe Science Center

Located on the UC-Davis Sierra Nevada campus in the Tahoe Center for the Environmental Sciences, offering interactive exhibits and hands on activities exploring the geology, environment and ecology of Lake Tahoe. Experience a miniture version of the research vessel and learn how they monitor and maintain the lake. The highlight of the visit is a 3-D Lake in Depth experience that takes you on a virtual reality flight through the basin and below the surface of the lake. 

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The Village at Squaw Valley

Shopping ski style in a European alpine ski hamlet shopping village. Featuring winding brick streets and stone buildings featuring some of the best restaurants, bars and shops that Squaw Valley has to offer. Featuring village fun like miniature golf, climbing walls, horse-drawn sleigh rides in the winter and rope courses in the summer. They offer a complete shopping experience filled with fun. 

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Villages at NorthStar

Offering a variety of shopping options from specialty retailers and stylish boutiques to some of Truckee's top restaurants and cafe's surrounding a year-round ice-skating rink. During peak times of year they will offer special events and live music plus fire pits with s'more roasting. You will also find a movie theatre and spa and wellness services available. 

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West End Beach at Donner Lake

On the west shore of Donner lake is a fun 10 acre day use beach facility. Offering boat rentals including Paddleboards, Kayaks, Paddleboats, Sailboats, Innertubes and more. Also great spots for fishing, a playground for kids, tennis and baseketball courts, horseshoes, and a snack bar area. With barbeque sites and shaded picnic areas, it is the perfect location for a fun family outing.

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