TrailsTV · Lake Tahoe Planner
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Lake Tahoe · East Shore · 6,225 ft
Water Temp 65°F 🌊
Today's High 72°F ☀️
Campsites Open — ⛺
Trail Miles 165+ 🥾
Ski Resorts 14 ⛷️
Elevation 6,225 ft
Current Conditions · Lake Tahoe Basin
What"s Out There
Six Ways to
From alpine powder to crystal-clear water — the basin has it all, every season.
Over 1,000 campsites ring the basin — from beachfront state parks to secluded USFS sites. We pull live availability from Recreation.gov so you always know what's open before you book.
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Lake Tahoe is a hiker's paradise with trails ranging from lakeside strolls to demanding alpine ascents. The Tahoe Rim Trail encircles the entire basin at 165 miles while Desolation Wilderness offers 63,000 acres of backcountry.
Tahoe Rim Trail 165 mi · Multi-day
Eagle Falls Trail 2.3 mi · Moderate
Mount Tallac 9.4 mi · Strenuous · 9,735 ft
Rubicon Trail 7.4 mi · Moderate
Desolation Wilderness Backcountry · Permit required
Plan a Hike →
Lake Tahoe's mountain biking is legendary. The Flume Trail delivers 14.4 miles of Sierra Nevada views perched above the lake. Mr. Toad's Wild Ride offers technical singletrack for experts. Something for every rider.
Flume Trail 14.4 mi · Intermediate–Expert
Mr Toads Wild Ride 7 mi · Expert · Technical
Tahoe Rim Trail MTB 165 mi · All levels
Corral Trail Beginner-friendly flow
West Shore Bike Path Paved lakeside cruiser
Plan a Ride →
Paddle through 70+ feet of visibility on North America's largest alpine lake. The 72-mile Lake Tahoe Water Trail connects hidden coves and beaches accessible only by water. Rentals at 8+ locations around the basin.
Emerald Bay Most scenic paddle · Vikingsholm access
Sand Harbor Clear kayak tours · East shore
Cave Rock East shore sea cave exploration
Kings Beach to Carnelian Bay North shore paddling route
Meeks Bay Rentals on-site · West shore
Plan a Paddle →
With 14 ski resorts within 60 miles, Lake Tahoe is one of the premier ski destinations in North America. Palisades Tahoe alone spans 6,000+ acres. Heavenly delivers 3,500 acres of terrain with lake views from every run.
Palisades Tahoe 6,000+ acres · Expert terrain
Heavenly Mountain 3,500 acres · Lake views
Northstar California Family-friendly · Village base
Sierra-at-Tahoe South shore · Beginner–Expert
Homewood West shore · Best lake views
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Lake Tahoe's 22-mile expanse and 70+ foot visibility make it one of the best boating destinations in the U.S. From renting a pontoon at Zephyr Cove to sunset cruises on the MS Dixie II, the options are endless.
Zephyr Cove Marina Rentals · Pontoon · Jet ski · Parasailing
MS Dixie II Cruises Paddlewheel dinner & daytime cruises
Tahoe City Marina North shore · Guided tours
Camp Richardson Marina South shore · Boat & SUP rentals
Sand Harbor East shore · Launch · Clear kayak tours
Plan Water Day →
Recreation.gov · Live Availability
Find Your Campsite
Click any marker to explore campgrounds around Lake Tahoe. Select dates to check real-time availability via the Recreation.gov API.
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⛺ D.L. Bliss Camping
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What To Do
Activities in the Basin
Four seasons of adventure — summer paddles to winter powder runs.
Local Amenities
Around the Lake
Bike shops, sporting goods, camping gear, groceries, and convenience stops.
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Membership Plans · TrailsTV Lake Tahoe Planner
Choose Your Tahoe
Three tiers built around how deep you want to go. Start free, upgrade when the mountains call louder.
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A bird's-eye view of Tahoe's best. Perfect for first-timers or casual visitors who want a taste before diving in.
What's included
🗺️ Explore
✓ Overview of all 6 core activities
✓ 5-day weather forecast
✓ Basic amenities map (bike shops, grocery, gas)
✓ Walk Me Through trip advisor
🏕️ Camping
✓ Campground overview & locations
✓ Park descriptions & booking links
— Live site availability
— Fee breakdowns & permit info
🥾 Hiking & Trails
✓ Top trail names & overview
— Trail difficulty ratings & maps
— Permit & trailhead details
📋 Planning
✓ Save up to 2 trips
— Rental location details
— Campsite map & live availability
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Basic
$3.99/mo
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For the weekend warrior. Unlock kayak and bike rental directories around the lake, plus live campsite data so you always know what's open.
Everything in Free, plus:
🛶 Kayaking
✓ Full kayak rental directory — 8+ locations
✓ Guided tour listings & pricing
✓ Top 10 paddling spots with launch info
✓ Clear kayak & SUP rental options
✓ Water conditions & safety tips
🚵 Bike Rentals
✓ Bike shop directory with hours & pricing
✓ E-bike & MTB rental locations mapped
✓ Trail-to-rental shop pairing guide
✓ Shuttle service listings for MTB shuttles
🏕️ Camping Upgrade
✓ Live campsite availability map
✓ Real-time site counts from Recreation.gov
✓ 14-day availability calendar per campground
📋 Planning
✓ Save up to 15 trips
✓ Trail condition reports
— In-depth boating & marina guides
— Camping fee & permit deep-dives
— Offline maps & gear checklists
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All Tahoe
$10.99/mo
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The complete Tahoe experience. In-depth guides for boating, camping fees, permits, ski conditions, and everything else the basin has to offer.
Everything in Basic, plus:
⛵ Boating — Deep Dive
✓ Full marina directory — hours, pricing, launch fees
✓ Boat rental guide: pontoon, ski boat, jet ski
✓ MS Dixie II & lake cruise booking info
✓ Lake conditions & wind advisories
✓ Aquatic invasive species inspection locations
✓ Private boat launch locations & fees
🏕️ Camping — In-Depth
✓ Per-campground fee breakdowns (site types, beach premium)
✓ Desolation Wilderness permit guide
✓ Tahoe Rim Trail overnight permit info
✓ Bear canister requirements by zone
✓ Group site & equestrian camp listings
✓ Fire restriction alerts by zone
⛷️ Skiing & Winter
✓ Live snow depth & base conditions — all 14 resorts
✓ Lift ticket price tracker & discount windows
✓ Lesson & rental package comparisons
✓ Backcountry avalanche & access info
📋 Advanced Planning
✓ Unlimited saved trips
✓ Offline downloadable maps
✓ Multi-day route optimizer
✓ Gear checklist generator by activity
✓ Permit filing assistance
✓ Priority TrailsTV support
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Common Questions
Can I switch plans anytime?
Yes — upgrade or downgrade at any time. Changes take effect immediately and you"re prorated for the remainder of your billing cycle.
Is my data saved if I downgrade?
Your saved trips are preserved, but access to features above your plan level is restricted until you upgrade again.
What does "live campsite availability" mean?
Basic and All Tahoe pull real-time data from the Recreation.gov API and ReserveCalifornia so you see actual open sites before you make the drive.
Does All Tahoe include lift tickets?
It includes live condition reports, pricing info, and discount windows — but actual ticket purchases are completed on each resort's own website.
