For holidays and special occasions, few places are as spectacular to spend the day at than Lake Tahoe. Located on the border of California and Nevada, the location boasts scenic views and a freshwater lake that is known as one of the largest in the country. For those spending time in the destination on Father's Day, there are a variety of outdoor activities to enjoy for an incredible way of bonding in the environment.

As you round that last turn of the I-50 on the way to Lake Tahoe, you see it. Amidst the endless landscape of green pines, the smell of air so fresh you can taste it, and that sense that all the cares of world have slipped behind you, is the expansive blueness of Tahoe. Instantly you will believe that this must be one of the best views of Lake Tahoe that you will ever experience. However, you would be wrong.

Although we do say goodbye to winter with a heavy heart, it only means that spring is upon us and with it comes one of our favorite times in Lake Tahoe! Spring activities in Lake Tahoe are second to none, and take advantage of the quieter season before the hoards of tourists start the great migration to the Lake.

Whether you’re a bride-to-be that visualizes the backdrop of a winter wonderland for her nuptials, or one who has always dreamed of a beachy warm-weather paradise to say “I do” in, Lake Tahoe has a wide variety of gorgeous outdoor wedding venues to choose from. Tahoe is a year-round wedding destination, but now that the weather is warming up, there's no better time to start planning a beach wedding in Lake Tahoe!

Everyone jumps for joy when the snow starts falling, but rain doesn’t mean fresh powder and perfect skiing/snowboarding. So what is there to do in Lake Tahoe when it’s raining? Well, there are actually quite a few things to do in the rain. While hiking and fishing might be out of the question, there are many indoor activities that you can take advantage of if it rains on you in Lake Tahoe. Even though Tahoe boasts over 300 days of sunshine a year, there are those rogue rainy days and there’s nothing worse than staying in the hotel room while on vacation.

Kids and Lake Tahoe go together like peanut butter and jelly… it can get messy but it’s meant to be. With snow on the way, be sure to take advantage of all the exciting activities for kids in Lake Tahoe. Whether it’s a first time trip, or the kids know it as the annual vacation location, some things never get old. Grab a sled and rediscover the kid in you with these incredible kid friendly things to do in Lake Tahoe!

Lake Tahoe is one of those places that have accrued a long list of urban legends, interesting facts, and of course, spooky stories… from the legend of Tahoe Tessie to the morbid tale of the Donners, Lake Tahoe has had some interesting labels in the past. Read on to find out interesting facts about Lake Tahoe, and get to the bottom of this mysterious lake.

Facts about Lake Tahoe

1.) Where is Lake Tahoe?

Lake Tahoe in the winter is magical - and with a snowstorm on the forecast (see our weather page), this weekend will be bringing the winter glow back to Lake Tahoe. Not only does snow make the basin sparkle with the beauty of shimmering icicles and fresh powder, it also brings a whole list of incredible things to do! Grab the sleds, strap on the skis, and make a snow angel, because winter in Lake Tahoe is the best.

With winter days right around the bend, the cold Lake Tahoe air is starting to beckon us towards the mountains. Though we might have to wait around for the snow (skiing on dirt just isn’t as satisfying), we recommend getting started planning for this upcoming winter season. Tahoe Dave’s gives skiers the “swoosh, swoosh” they crave with incredible deals on ski and snowboard Lake Tahoe rentals.

It’s everyone’s favorite season… and time to think about getting up to Lake Tahoe for a much anticipated winter Lake Tahoe ski trip. We all love getting on those powdery slopes, but no one wants to sit in traffic or worry about figuring out sticky carpool situations. Leave the driving to Bay Area Ski Bus and get up to Lake Tahoe stress free!