Blessed with sparkling natural beauty, Lake Tahoe has been selected as the #1 most popular destination in the United States. The lake is known for the clarity of its water and the panorama of surrounding mountains on all sides. Lake Tahoe is the second deepest lake in the United States, with a maximum depth of 1,645 feet, trailing only Oregon's Crater Lake. For those who travel the Road to Reno, Tahoe’s renowned mountain resorts, outdoor adventures and fine dining are just 45 minutes from basketball action at the Reno Events Center.
Skiing and Boarding
With a strong El Nino expected to dump heavy snows in the Sierras, 2016 is shaping up to be the
best winter in years for skiing and snowboarding in the Reno Tahoe area. More than a dozen mountain resorts surround Lake Tahoe, making for one of the world’s top mountain sports destinations. This year, resorts opened over a month early in anticipation of an epic season. Just a short drive or shuttle ride from downtown Reno, the region combines deep snow, frequent sunshine and one of the world’s most beautiful lakes.
Visitors have plenty of options when they want to hit the slopes in the Reno Tahoe region.
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is just 25 minutes from Reno, and offers Lake Tahoe’s highest base area at 8,260 feet. Two of Tahoe’s most famous resorts,
Squaw Valley USA and
Alpine Meadows, recently joined forces so one lift ticket will now cover a day of unlimited skiing and boarding on both mountains.
Northstar California Resort is a destination on the rise, having poured nearly a billion dollars into creating one of Lake Tahoe's premier luxury snowsports experiences.
Boreal, conveniently located on Interstate 80, has become the Tahoe region's first - and only - all-mountain terrain park. Located on the south shore of Lake Tahoe,
Heavenly Mountain Resort is the region's largest mountain resort, featuring the highest elevation and longest vertical drop.
Click here for a guide to all Reno Tahoe mountain resorts.
North Tahoe
Visitors need not travel far from Reno to experience some of the best Tahoe has to offer. The lake’s north shore is only 45 minutes from downtown Reno, and features world-class resorts, dining and outdoor adventures. The
Hyatt-Regency Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino in Incline Village boasts stunning views from its suite and cottage accommodations, lakeside dining at the Lone Eagle Grill and a full-service spa all in a tranquil, natural environment. Catch a show at the nearby
Crystal Bay Club, one of the region’s top concert venues.
Tahoe Adventure Company offers snowshoe treks with knowledgeable guides who offer discussions on native plants and animals, local geology and native culture. Outdoor enthusiasts can also check out the
Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park at Granlibakken Resort, a series of courses linking tree platform to tree platform with a variety of bridges and zip-lines.
Tahoe South
Skiing and boating. Bike trails and blackjack. Ice skating and bar hopping. Whatever your passion, Tahoe South does it right. Major resorts abound, from the hip
Mont Bleu, upscale
Harrah’s, and newly remodeled
Hard Rock Hotel. Next door, the
Shops at Heavenly Village offers dozens of retail outlets and eateries, and daily ice skating. Even if you don’t plan to hit the slopes, don’t miss a scenic ride on the
Heavenly Mountain Gondola, featuring some of Tahoe’s best views. For a different perspective, check out the daily Emerald Bay sightseeing cruise on the famous
M.S. Dixie II. Departing from nearby Zephyr Cove, the tour features breathtaking views as you learn how the lake was formed and some its fascinating history.