The Basics
City Name: Lake Tahoe
Where is it located?: Lake Tahoe is situated along the boundary between Nevada and California and on the west part of Carson City, Nevada.
Why do people go there?: Because it is famous for its tourist attractions, ski resorts and summer outdoor recreation.
How do travelers get there?: By train, by bus, by car, by plane, anything is possible!
Currency: US Dollar
City Code: 530
Population: 34,000
Languages: English
Travel Information
Neighborhoods: Carson City, East Shore, North Shore, Virginia City, Reno/Sparks, West Shore
Attractions: gambling, balloon rides, Heavenly Aerial Tram, beaches, Tahoe Rim Trail, Nifty 50 Trolley
Tourist Office: Lake Tahoe Tourist Office
Off-the-beaten-path: Eagle Lake Hike, Mt. Rose Summit Trail, Royal Gorge, Sunset Helicopter Flight
Health Issues: None
Tips for Visiting
When to go: The ideal time to go to Lake Tahoe actually depends on what you wish to experience. If you like to get the cheapest accommodation, September and October is the best time to go there. But if you want to ski, then the months of November until May will be perfect.
City Specific Events: Annual Cool September Days Car Show, Valhalla Arts, Music, and Theatre Festival, Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, Annual Bluegrass on the Comstock Festival, SnowFest
How to get around?: There is a bus service in Lake Tahoe called TART or Tahoe area rapid transit that you can use to explore Lake Tahoe. You can also rent a car if you want.
Good to know: The water of Lake Tahoe is 99 percent pure.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airport to fly into Lake Tahoe is the Reno/Tahoe International Airport.
Need more information?: Check out the Lake Tahoe travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
