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Lake Tahoe, NV Overview

With the bluest of blue water and the greenest of green surrounding forest, Lake Tahoe, quite simply, transfixes. From the early Indians to authors such as Mark Twain, folks have tried to capture the beauty and mystique of the lake with nicknames like "Big Blue" and "Grasshopper Soup." Others maintain that it's impossible to describe the magnificence in words. At 6,225 feet above sea level, Tahoe is the highest alpine lake in the United States and has long attracted vacationers from around the... more » With the bluest of blue water and the greenest of green surrounding forest, Lake Tahoe, quite simply, transfixes. From the early Indians to authors such as Mark Twain, folks have tried to capture the beauty and mystique of the lake with nicknames like "Big Blue" and "Grasshopper Soup." Others maintain that it's impossible to describe the magnificence in words. At 6,225 feet above sea level, Tahoe is the highest alpine lake in the United States and has long attracted vacationers from around the world. In the summer, hiking, windsurfing, golfing, fishing and swimming (usually in wet suits due to the lake's brisk year-round temperature) are all the rage. The winter season, which actually starts around Thanksgiving, brings throngs of skiers to area resorts. Located between California and Nevada, different sides of the lake tend to attract different types of visitors. The California side draws families and outdoor enthusiasts while the Nevada side beckons those looking for big name entertainment and casinos. No matter which side you choose, a getaway to stunning Lake Tahoe will not soon be forgotten. « less
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Tahoe Photographic Tours

5 of 5 stars
Gilbert AZ
Oct 8, 2008

I just want to echo what others have said. Keith took us on the best day-trip we have ever taken, anywhere! It was awesome. When he says he takes you places others don't, believe it. His van goes...more

The Ridge Tahoe

1 of 5 stars
San Francisco, California
Oct 3, 2008
2/3 found this review helpful

We had booked the Ridge Tahoe because we wanted to go to Lake Tahoe for the 4th of July with my partner's parents and preferred to stay in a suite. The location seemed ideal, as did the amenities -...more

Flume Trail

2 of 5 stars
central valley
Oct 3, 2008

There is not one review on this trail that really tells the truth of this trail..I went on this trail September 27th and the truth of the matter is that this trail is extremely difficult and for...more

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