Fantasy Fall Getaway: Three Days in North Lake Tahoe with Photographer Lisa Bao

In between the hot summer days of jet skis on the lake and cozy runs on the freshly powdered slopes, there exists a special period of time that is a favorite amongst the locals in North Lake Tahoe. Fall is a special time of year that captures the beautiful essence of changing seasons in many places, but to experience it…

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Tahoe on a Budget

Lake Tahoe is one of the biggest natural tourist attractions in the U.S. But just because the area is big doesn’t mean the travel budget needs to be big as well. From resorts to restaurants, the locals know the best tips and tricks to a thrill-filled vacation in Tahoe without breaking the bank. We asked and gathered their tips below.…

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Urban Living in Tahoe City and Small Town Comforts of Homewood

If every city in Lake Tahoe was a cheese, Tahoe City would be Swiss cheese because of all the hole-in-the-wall outlets to explore. With niche shops, great dining, historic museums and more, it’s no wonder why Tahoe City is a local favorite hotspot. On the other hand, if a true escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday living sounds…

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Holiday Shopping Finds

By Chaco Mohler, WhereTraveler One-of-a-kind stores and galleries in North Lake Tahoe make for great shopping fun—ideal spots to find last minute gifts and stocking stuffers. Take a stroll through Cobblestone Center in Tahoe City for boutiques, shops, jewelry and more. Inexpensive gifts ranging from bed and bath to bangles can be found at Pineapple, or in the Trunk Store's…

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Refresh During the Holiday Season at North Lake Tahoe

Every year, families gather in the heart of the Sierra Nevada Mountains for annual traditions that span generations. With good reason, nothing feels like the holidays more than spending the day in North Lake Tahoe in the crisp alpine air or dining next to a cozy mountain fire. This year, spruce up your holiday routine and try something new after…

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Discovering the Hidden Gems of Reno-Tahoe

The Reno-Tahoe region has a dual personality. It is a travel destination for visitors from around the globe, and it is also a getaway for regional residents looking for a world-class weekend in their own backyard.   These two traveler types often want different things. International visitors don’t mind battling the crowds to see the iconic landmarks like Emerald Bay,…

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5 Reasons to visit North Lake Tahoe in the summer

Dreaming of summer? North Lake Tahoe awes all year round and below are five reasons to put North Lake Tahoe on your summer travel calendar. 1. The Lake Often regarded as the U.S.’s most beautiful lake, no trip is complete without overlooking the vast blueness of Lake Tahoe. As the largest Alpine lake in the world, measuring 22 miles across…

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North Tahoe Heros from Mountain to Kitchen

Meet a Local Meet Tim Reeve, ski instructor at Squaw Valley for the past 35 years. To celebrate Learn to Ski and Ride month, we sat down with Mr. Reeve’s and chatted about his favorite North Tahoe experiences and his love of skiing. Favorite age group to teach: I really enjoy teaching all levels and age groups, but if I had to choose, my favorite age…

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North Lake Tahoe: A Mecca for Human Powered Sports

North Lake Tahoe is a mecca for human powered sports - some we get to partake in more often than others. As weather on Thursday morning started to shift for a storm that brought over a foot of snow to the Sierra, the North Shore experienced swells that looked like something from the atlantic ocean. Locals didn't skip a beat…

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Leaf Peeping in North Lake Tahoe: Three Unique Tahoe Hikes For Fall Colors

From December through August Lake Tahoe is dominated by greens, blues and white — evergreen pine trees, the deep blue hues of Lake Tahoe, and the white of the region’s famously deep snowpack. But for a brief moment in September, October and November, Tahoe puts on a display of orange, yellow and red. Aspen groves around the lake light up in…

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