- 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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25.1 Miles
86%
7 votes
4005 US Hwy 395 N, Carson City, NV 89704
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Bowers Mansion Regional Park offers large, scenic open green areas that are ideal for picnicking. The park also features a public swimming pool and the historic Bowers Mansion, which is open for weekend tours in the summer.
25.1 Miles
A hiking trail that stretches over five miles, the Mt Rose Hike combines easier stretches with more challenging ones. The hike offers impressive views of Mt. Rose and the surrounding wilderness.
25.5 Miles
Washoe Lake State Park offers a range of recreational activities including hiking, biking and equestrian activities. Patrons can also participate in water sports such as boating or picnic while enjoying the views of Sierra Nevada, Carson and Virginia Mountain Ranges.
27.1 Miles
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23 votes
569 McDonald Drive, Incline Village, NV 89451
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A fishing charter service that leads trips on Lake Tahoe, Sierra Fin Addicts Fishing Charters employs experienced guides who can lead trips for everyone from novice fishermen to virtual pros.
28.2 Miles
95%
56 votes
11253 Brockway Rd., Suite 103, Truckee, CA 96161
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Operating for over 15 years, the IRIE Rafting company has a great deal of experience providing tours of the rapids on California's rivers. Trips can be customized to suit a guest's skill level and schedule.
29.0 Miles
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18 votes
10095 W. River St. #2, Truckee, CA 96161
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Tahoe Mountain Guides take trips through some of the most rugged terrain in the Truckee area. Guides will teach you the basics of the sport of MTB.
29.0 Miles
Tourist Club Bar is a popular local bar with a laid-back atmosphere and friendly service. The bar organizes live music events and also maintains a juke box. The most interesting feature here is a collage of seemingly random photographs and a number of mounted deer heads above the bar.
29.0 Miles
33%
9 votes
Northstar At Tahoe Resort, 3001 Northstar Drive, Truckee, CA 96161
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The Village Cinemas is a movie theater that features a theater with 96 elevated stadium seats and another auditorium with 45 seats. The theater also has a full-service concession stand.
29.1 Miles
Rocking Stone Tower is a monument to veterans set atop a hill. A good place to pay your respects, or to have a picnic.
29.1 Miles
Adrenaline junkies of all ages love Tahoe Whitewater Tours, an adventure excursion company that offers whitewater rafting and a variety of other fun outdoor activities. The firm also offers kayaking trips and rents rafts, kayaks and safety gear.