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Lake Tahoe Recreation
 Both summer and winter recreation
opportunities abound in the spectacular beauty of Lake Tahoe. Winter recreation
includes cross country and downhill skiing at Diamond Peak ( 10 minutes away) or
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe ( 25 minutes away) and more than 16
other world class ski and snowboard resorts. Tahoe has the highest concentration
of ski resorts in North America. Alpine Meadows, Squaw Valley USA, Heavenly, and
Northstar-at-Tahoe are all within a 35 - 45 minute drive. Snowmobile through miles of
pristine forests or take a romantic sleigh ride over the snowy trails.
 Summer
recreation includes numerous water sports including sailing, game fishing, water
skiing and
snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of this deep alpine lake. Or enjoy the
gorgeous lake views on one of the several cruise boats offered by local resorts
and marinas. More than 40 golf courses offer the ultimate golfing experience,
all within a one hours drive. Or mountain biking the 72 miles of scenic
coastline may be more your style. The Tahoe Rim Trail is a 150 mile long path
along the ridge of The Lake and offers hikers spectacular views from 10
trailheads. Whatever your recreation preference is, Lake
Tahoe has it all!
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Lake Tahoe
Highlights & Attractions
- Ponderosa
Ranch Phone: 775-831-0691
Come Visit the Legend! -- The world-famous Ponderosa Ranch in Lake Tahoe,
where film crews captured the action for "Bonanza", the most popular
television western of all time. Where cameras rolled again for "Bonanza –
the Return." And where the Cartwright legend is just the beginning of a day
packed with Western fun. Enjoy an exciting Haywagon Breakfast with spectacular
views during the summer months. Open May - October, with limited operations
during winter months.
- Carson
City Phone: 775-687-7410 or 1-800-NEVADA-1
Carson City - A Historic Legacy, located just 14 miles from Lake Tahoe. Home to
the Kit Carson Trail, a 1.5 mile walk through the historic district with stops
at over 30 Victorian homes, churches, museums and other buildings of historical
interest. Be sure to visit the Nevada State Railroad Museum.
- Virginia
City Phone: 775-847-0311
Old Legends Live On - Boardwalks take you back in time with shops, museums,
saloons, gaming, even an occasional gun fight! Enjoy steam train rides, tour
underground mines, or visit the famous Suicide Table -- Virginia City is fun for
the whole family!
- Sand Harbor Beach Access
Phone:
775-831-0494.
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park. 4 miles south of Incline Village. Picnic area,
boat launch, sandy beach, divers cove.
- Lake
Tahoe Weddings
Guide to all wedding and honeymoon related services available in the North Lake
Tahoe area. The businesses listed are committed to handle your wedding services
with the utmost care and attention. Their commitment, coupled with the majestic
beauty of scenic Lake Tahoe, will make your wedding day experience a joyous
memory forever.
- Nevada
State Museum Phone: 775-687-4810
- Nevada
State Railroad Museum Phone: 775-687-6953. Train rides are offered
during the summer.
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Lake Tahoe/Reno
Area 2002 Events
- Reno Rodeo -- June
22 - 30, 2002. Wildest and Richest Rodeo in the West.
- Annual Valhalla
Renaissance Festival -- June 1-2 & 8-9, 2002. Jousting, Jugglers, Food,
Music, Crafts Belly Dancers, & More.
- 7th Annual
Harleys at the Horizon -- June 14-16, 2002, $2,500 awarded in cash &
prizes!
- Fourth of July
Celebration -- July 3 - 5. Celebrations, parades, and fireworks light
up the lake.
- Celtic Festival
-- July 14, 2002. Traditional music & dance from Ireland & Scotland!
- American Century
Celebrity Golf Championship -- July 19 - 21, 2002
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Lake
Tahoe Shakespeare Festival -- July 01 - August 25, 2002. On
the beach at Sand Harbor
- Great Reno Balloon
Races -- September 6 - 8, 2002. Spectacular annual event.
- Hot August
Nights -- August 3 - 11, 2002 Classic Cars & More!
- National
Championship Air Races -- Sept. 12 - 15, 2002. Vintage and high-tech planes
race for the Cup.
- 17th Annual Cool
September Days Car Show -- Sept. 11-15, 2002
-
Lake Tahoe Marathon
(7th Annual) - Sunday, October 13, 2002
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