Local Area Recreation Near Lake Tahoe KOA

Positioned in the heart of adventure, Lake Tahoe KOA serves as your ideal base camp for many recreational activities in the South Lake Tahoe area! Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or seeking leisurely outdoor experiences, this location offers something captivating for everyone. 

  • Hiking Trails: Explore trails meandering through breathtaking landscapes, providing an immersive hiking experience, allowing you to connect deeply with nature.
  • Thrilling Rock Climbing: For those craving vertical adventures, nearby rock climbing spots offer challenges and rewards for climbers at all levels.
  • Exciting Mountain Biking: Engage in mountain biking where the terrain varies from beginner-friendly trails to areas that demand technical prowess, all amidst the scenic backdrop of Lake Tahoe.
  • Angler’s Paradise: With abundant fishing opportunities, anglers can indulge in both lake and river fishing, with or without guides, ensuring a delightful experience for fishing enthusiasts.

Just minutes away from Lake Tahoe KOA, all these adventures and more await! Whether you're planning an action-packed trip or a relaxed retreat engaging with nature, our campground provides convenient access to a host of recreational options, making it the perfect place for your stay. Looking forward to hosting your unforgettable adventure at Lake Tahoe KOA!

Washoe Meadows State Park

Washoe Meadows State Park

Washoe Meadows State Park consists of meadows and woodlands in the valley at the base of the escarpment leading to Echo Summit. The park was named for the Native Americans who inhabited the area for thousands of years. The park lands have not been developed. Dogs must be on leash in Ca State Parks. Our parks are highly impacted at this time - please lend a hand and help make them cleaner than you found them.

Sawmill Rd 96150

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

530-525-7232

Action Watersports at Lakeside Marina

Action Watersports at Lakeside Marina

Action Watersports provides visitors to South Lake Tahoe with top-of-the-line boats, jet skis, Kayak and Stand-Up paddle board equipment rentals, and activities.

4041 Lakeshore Blvd

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Lake Tahoe Golf Course

Lake Tahoe Golf Course

Championship golf course with integrated natural elements like the Truckee River, lakes & streams.

2500 Emerald Bay Rd

South Lake Tahoe,, CA 96150

530-577-0788

Tahoe Sports Ski Run Boat Company

Tahoe Sports Ski Run Boat Company

The best way to get to experience Lake Tahoe is from the water. It is easy and surprisingly inexpensive to rent a Powerboat, Pontoon Boat, or Wake Board/Water Ski Boat for as little as One Hour or for Multiple Days. The Ski Run Boat Company has the Largest and Safest fleet of boats on Lake Tahoe. This gives you and your party the chance to see destinations like Emerald Bay, Ski Beach, Sand Harbor and the Rubicon cliffs on your own schedule.

900 Ski Run Blvd #103

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

530-544-0200

Bijou Bike Park

Bijou Bike Park

Bijou Bike Park is the best place in South Lake Tahoe to progress your mountain bike skills. It has been designed to include two (2) pump tracks, a BMX race track, kids learning zone, and a terrain park within approximately five undeveloped acres of the Bijou Park area. The park will also include a hardscape paver stone entry area with signage that describes the park and its rules; bleachers for spectator seating

Al Tahoe Boulevard

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

530-542-6056

Lake Tahoe Adventures

Lake Tahoe Adventures

Lake Tahoe Adventures is a 365-day opportunity to get out into Lake Tahoe's natural environment via a guided ATV, Razor or snowmobile tour. Family-owned and -operated, Lake Tahoe Adventures gives all ages a fun time in a beautiful setting. Knowing the Tahoe landscape intimately, Lake Tahoe Adventures is able to take clients into a part of the natural Lake Tahoe wilderness that creates an exclusive and fun experience. Listening to each person's wishes and desires for the Tahoe outing, the company prides itself on not repeating a tour twice. Each guided experience is specific to the day and people attending.

3071 U.S. Highway 50

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

530-577-2940

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Timber Cove Beach

Timber Cove Beach

Whether you call it by its historic name of Connolly Beach, its more common name of Timber Cove Beach or its proposed name of Beach at Beach Retreat, this is a nice beach that is practically in the middle of town. Restaurants are steps away, and water equipment rentals are available in summer.

3411 Lake Tahoe Boulevard

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

530-542-6062

Zephyr Cove Stables

Zephyr Cove Stables

Zephyr Cove Stables offers daily guided horseback rides overlooking beautiful Lake Tahoe. Enjoy scenic trail rides with stunning views of the High Sierra & Lake Tahoe guided by friendly, knowledgeable, and courteous Cowboys. Scenic horseback rides are perfect for families and group activities with breakfast, lunch, and dinner trail rides available.

825 Hwy 50

Zephyr Cove, NV 89448

775-588-5664

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Tahoe Whitewater Tours

Tahoe Whitewater Tours

Tahoe Whitewater Tours is family-owned and operated. Tahoe Whitewater Tours has been in operations in the North Lake Tahoe region since 1994, creating smiles and lasting memories through whitewater adventures. Throughout the years, we have prided ourselves on being the best in the business and continue each year to fine-tune, hone our skills, and continue our practice at being a leader in the whitewater industry.

10015 Palisades Drive

Truckee, CA 96160

530-587-5777

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Heavenly Gondola

Heavenly Gondola

The Gondola launches from Heavenly Village and takes guests on a ride more than 2 miles up the mountain. Summer or winter, the views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding area are spectacular, and the recreational opportunities at the top end of the ride are some high-altitude fun.

1001 Heavenly Village Way

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

775-586-7000