How deep is Lake Tahoe?

The maximum depth of Lake Tahoe is 1,645 feet, but the average depth of the lake is 1,000 feet. 

How clear and clean is Lake Tahoe?

The water in Lake Tahoe is incredibly clear and it is 99.9% pure. the clarity is legendary. If you are on the surface of the water you can usually see up to 75 feet below!

What are the skiing and snowboarding conditions like in Lake Tahoe? 

There is an average snowfall at the lake level of 125 inches each year. At higher elevations (like on the slopes) the average snowfalls is 300-500 inches per year. The Lake Tahoe area has 182 ski runs and over 8,800 acres with all the local resorts combined. Heavenly boasts the longest run in Lake Tahoe at 5 1/2 miles. 

Do any of the resorts in Lake Tahoe offer night skiing?

Yes, Squaw Valley USA, Donner Ski Ranch and Boreal all offer night skiing.

 How long is the skiing/snowboarding season in Lake Tahoe?

You can expect the resorts to be open from the end of November through mid-April. It all depends on the winterand some years the resorts will open early November and stay open in May. 

What are the requirements for boating in Lake Tahoe?

To prevent pollution, there are engine requirements to boat in Lake Tahoe. Four stroke engines are allowed and two stroke engines that meet the EPA emission standards. There is also a 500 ft. no wake zone around Lake Tahoe to reduce noise pollution. 

What is the water temperature of Lake Tahoe?

Even in the summer months when it is the warmest, most people find Lake Tahoe too cold to swim in. At the surface the water can warm up to 68F, but this vast body of water generally averages around 50F on the surface for most of the year. Further down, the water temperature remains pretty constant at 39F.