Summer in South Lake Tahoe

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Recently I’ve been asked about good places to go on our trips, so I thought that I’d share some of our favorite things to do, see, and eat during the Summer in Lake Tahoe.

Do

Tahoe Queen
On my wishlist. Tour the lake via paddlewheeler.
900 Ski Run Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Kayak Tahoe
Paddle boards, Kayaks, Etc. Reserve ahead in busy season.
3411 Lake Tahoe Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Tahoe Trout Farm
Fishing. Free, only pay per catch.
1023 Blue Lake Ave
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

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See

El Dorado Beach
Beach, rentals, bikes, seasonal boat launch.
Hwy 50 & Lakeview Avenue
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Sand Harbor Beach
Rentals, natural sand beach, calm water.
Sand Harbor Park
New Washoe City, NV 89704

Emerald Bay State Park
Beautiful lookout, hike to Vikingsholm and water.
Emerald Bay State Park
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96154

Baldwin Beach
Calmer area, sand beach. Bring an umbrella.
Hwy 89 about 1 mile north of Fallen Leaf Rd
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

*You will have to pay for parking at most of these places to see.

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Eat

Heidi’s Pancake House
Breakfast, large portions, quick.
3485 Lake Tahoe Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Bear Beach Cafe
Breakfast, great view. Kid friendly.
3310 Lake Tahoe Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Blue Angel Cafe
Lunch, Dinner. Very kid friendly.
1132 Ski Run Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

MacDuffs Pub
Lunch, Dinner. Delicious food, outside seating.
1041 Fremont Ave
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Sno Flake Drive In
Lunch, Dinner. Great milkshakes and garlic fries.
3059 Lake Tahoe Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza
Lunch, Dinner. Large menu, board games on table.
2556 Lake Tahoe Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA

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Have you been to South Lake Tahoe before? Do you have any favorite spots or things to do?

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Responses to “Summer in South Lake Tahoe”

  1. tianna

    lovely guide! I recently visited and I definitely had a blast! I think kayaking in Emerald Bay and hiking in Eagle Falls were definitely a highlight! The atmosphere was so beautiful

    Reply
    1. Jessica

      I’m so glad that you enjoyed your visit. Tahoe is so diverse and large I feel like it can truly be an experience for everyone.

      Reply
  2. lindsay

    So I am defiantly going to add Lake Tahoe on my list of places to visit! Maybe we will go in the winter when it snows 🙂

    Reply
    1. Jessica

      As you should! There hasn’t been a lot of snow lately but it does get cold. Our favorite place to ski/board is Kirkwood just south of Tahoe. 🙂

      Reply
  3. Alisha H.

    It seems like a great place to visit! I didn’t know much about it, but now I think I’d love to go there.

    Reply
  4. The Magnifying Glass

    I think a vacation is in order! Beautiful photos of beautiful places <3

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  5. Aubrey

    Love this. PS… love the simplicity your blog is. Soooo refreshing.

    Reply
    1. Jessica

      Thanks! I really love the re-design. I’m going to talk more about it once I finish up this Tahoe segment. I just couldn’t wait to get all of the new stuff up! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Jordan

    How is it that I just left, and it’s already time to go back?! I think I waited too late in life to go, but these make it that much more enticing. Weeee.

    Reply
  7. Nancy

    Note to seeeellllf…..Heidi’s Pancake House. The Guy loves breakfast foods (unlike me. I prefer sandwiches lol). I think we’re heading out to Tahoe towards the end of September, so I’ll have to keep in mind, some of these spots we should visit. Always love your city guides. Helps a newbie out 😉

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    1. Jessica

      He’d love it so much. The portions were HUGE.

      Reply
  8. Alyssa

    I’ve never been to lake tahoe, but I love all the pictures everyone takes! And this is such a great list of things to do see and eat! I love ti!

    Reply
  9. Brooke @ You’re In Brookelynn

    I’ve always wanted to go to Lake Tahoe, it looks beautiful! Those pictures are breathtaking 🙂

    Reply
  10. Maryann

    Great guide– never been, but if I ever do, I will refer back to this!

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  11. Girl in Beta

    I’ve loved all your photos this summer. This definitely needs to be on my list.

    Reply
  12. Alicia

    Now I am dying to go visit Lake Tahoe. So many fun things to do and those pictures are amazing!

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  13. Rebekah

    I want to go to there! Fabulous guide 🙂

    Reply
  14. Laurel Wads

    After looking through your post I had to first go on MapQuest to figure out how far Lake Tahoe is from me. Thank you for this post. If I am ever in that area I now have my own tour guide right here 🙂

    Reply
  15. Katie

    So many people have talked about Lake Tahoe lately! It’s definitely on my new “places to go” list! I’ll be pinning this for future reference.

    Reply
  16. Karissa

    I love the pictures. Lake Tahoe is such a pretty place.

    Reply
  17. Avie

    Love the guide! Great ideas!

    Reply
  18. Aleshea

    Looks like a great guide. Thanks for sharing

    Reply
  19. Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes

    Thanks for sharing your tips! 🙂

    Reply
  20. Katie

    Great guides on where to go and what to do! If I ever get to go over, I’ll definitely take this with me.

    Katie <3

    Reply
  21. Kristyn

    wow it looks so gorgeous there!

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  22. Lauren

    I can’t wait to go to Tahoe this winter. I am really hoping for good snow this year, we need rain!

    Reply
    1. Jessica

      I knowwww. We haven’t been boarding in so long. The lake was really low too, some docks were shut down.

      Reply
  23. Myrabev

    Never been anywhere near the USA before but looks beautiful

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  24. Neely

    Gorgeous photos girl!

    Reply
  25. Carly Anderson

    I would love to be able to go to Lake Tahoe! Thanks for sharing your favorite places to go in South Lake Tahoe!

    Reply
    1. Jessica

      You’re welcome. I hope you get to visit one day. 🙂

      Reply
  26. kendall

    What gorgeous scenery! I can’t imagine how beautiful it must be in person!

    Reply
  27. Cam | Bibs and Baubles

    SO bummed we didn’t make it to Tahoe this summer. It’s so beautiful. Must make the trip happen soon.

    Reply
  28. Jess

    So fun! We were really trying to make it to Tahoe this summer but then time snuck away from us! Perhaps a quick Fall trip!

    Reply
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