- The list below includes 110 free or cheap things to do in or near South Lake Tahoe, California, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Mountains, Hiking Trails and Mini Golf.
- From Mt. Tallac Trail to Pope Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in South Lake Tahoe and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Tahoe City, Carson City, Incline Village and Stateline.
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Participants gear up and launch the Big City Hunt app to start their own adventure, racing against the clock at a time of their choosing
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Lily Lake trailhead, Fallen Leaf Lake Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA
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Serving as the classic 9.5 mile out-and-back Mt. Tallac Trail, many users access for a standard day hike activity. It begins on the southwestern side of Lake Tahoe before traveling up Mount Tallac for panoramic views.
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Located on the southern shore of lake Tahoe, Pope beach is a quiet and peaceful place surrounded by nature's bounty. Restrooms, picnic tables and standing barbeque's are available but parking might be difficult to find. The place remains crowded during weekends.
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Activities that can be enjoyed at Van Sickle Bi-State Park include hiking, picnicking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Several miles of trails offer scenic views of nearby peaks, waterfalls and lakes.
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D.L. Bliss, Emerald Bay State Park, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96154
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Rubicon Trail is a scenic 9 mile trail around Lake Tahoe that is popular for hiking and snowshoeing. While walking on the trail visitors will cross waterfalls and be surrounded by rocks, trees and flowers.
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A smaller lake located about a mile south of Lake Tahoe, Fallen Leaf Lake allows opportunities for boating, waterskiing, boating, and wind surfing, as well as stand up paddle boarding. The lake has a nearby campground, as well.
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Kiva Beach is a large secluded beach featuring scenic views of the nearby mountains. The beach is suitable for swimming, and features a visitor's center with picnic tables readily available.
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When you are visiting Tahoe, take the family to the top of Echo Summit and spend a day at Adventure Mountain. Your kids will love flying down the groomed sledding runs, tubing, and more, plus rent a pair of snowshoes and take in the sights.
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South Lake Tahoe's Tallac Historic Site sits on the banks of Lake Tahoe. Visitors are welcome throughout the year, and the best time to visit is in late summer. All of the buildings are closed during the winter months, although the property remains popular with cross-country skiers.
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The most popular mini-golf destination in South Lake Tahoe is Magic Carpet Golf. This family-friendly establishment has three golf courses and an extensive selection of arcade games for kids and adults.
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2165 Fallen Leaf Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Fallen Leaf Campground has over 200 camping sites for tents and RV's as well as 6 yurts nestled amongst towering pine, cedar, fir, and aspen trees. Facilities include a camp store, showers and restrooms with flush toilets.