Lake Tahoe comes alive in the summer! Here's a curated list of top things you can dive into during the season:
Water Adventures
Boating & Jet‑skiing: Rent a speedboat, jet ski, or wake‑surf boat to cruise the lake, there are many options for boat and jet ski rentals in Kings Beach, Tahoe City and Homewood areas
Kayaks & SUPs: Paddle around Sand Harbor, Kings Beach, Tahoe City and the West Shore. You do not need a destination, enjoy the cool water, the fresh air and the surrounding view from the lake.
Parasailing: Get some aerial views. Kings Beach offers a great location to start.
Beaches & Lakeside Fun
Kings Beach State Park - has a large sandy beach with local restaurants near the beach.
Tahoe City Commons Beach - located in the heart of Tahoe City. Local Restaurants just up the walkways and stairway to the town.
Sugarpine State Beach in Tahoma - is a great visit. Pack your lunch and enjoy the large beach areas.
Trails, Hikes & Cycling
Vikingsholm + Rubicon Trail: Scenic hikes in Emerald Bay with castle access, leading to spectacular shoreline view.
Tahoe Rim & Flume Trail: Legendary hikes and mountain biking loops offering panoramic vistas
5 Lakes - Scenic hike off Alpine Road.
Monkey Rock - starting trail near the Flume Cafe in Incline
Eagle Rock - Moderate .07 miles to the top of the rock, for a spectacular view.
Paige Meadows - Easiest access point is off Pine Ave, off Highway 89 in Tahoe City, near Sunnyside restaurant. However, there are many access points.
All Trails is a great app to find all our amazing (easy to hard) hiking trails.
Unique Tahoe Experiences
Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival: Outdoor summer theater in the iconic Sand Harbor setting.
Farmers’ Market & Historic sites: Visit the Tahoe City Farmers’ Market on a Thursday or explore The Gatekeepers Museum in Tahoe City for some real history about Lake Tahoe.
Pro Tips
Arrive early for popular beaches and trails—parking fills fast.
Gear up locally or guided: Rentals and tours for gear are widely available.
Balance adventure & chill: Mornings on the water/hikes, afternoons lounging at the beach, evenings out.
Check out events: Concerts, festivals, and markets regularly pop up through summer.
Here are some great Lake Tahoe Cabins, or Tahoe Rental Company homes that you can visit and enjoy during your family summer vacation. Let us help direct you to the perfect home for your family. Here are a few to review.
Stay close to the Public (and free) beach near Kings Beach
https://www.tahoerentalcompany.com/lake-tahoe-vacation-rentals/whispering-pines-tahoe-vista
https://www.tahoerentalcompany.com/lake-tahoe-vacation-rentals/mountain-majesty-tahoe-vista
Closer to Carnelian Bay and Tahoe City Beaches
https://www.tahoerentalcompany.com/lake-tahoe-vacation-rentals/lodge-nightingale-carnelian-bay
https://www.tahoerentalcompany.com/lake-tahoe-vacation-rentals/muletail-lodge-carnelian-bay
Tahoe City and Dollar Point
https://www.tahoerentalcompany.com/lake-tahoe-vacation-rentals/igloo-all...
Want to be near Tahoe City, on the West side:
https://www.tahoerentalcompany.com/lake-tahoe-vacation-rentals/skyline-lodge-tahoe-city
https://www.tahoerentalcompany.com/lake-tahoe-vacation-rentals/mountain-paradise-tahoe-city
West Shore locations are also lovely
https://www.tahoerentalcompany.com/lake-tahoe-vacation-rentals/tahoma-treehouse
https://www.tahoerentalcompany.com/lake-tahoe-vacation-rentals/snowbird-loop-lodge-homewood