Lake Valley State Recreation Area Tours

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I was on the way back down from the summit of Mt. Tallac when this Alpenglow happened. It was mosquito season, but it was worth donating some blood to capture this scene.

Mt. Tallac Trail

Enjoy a trip to Mt. Tallac Trail and popular activities like skiing in South Lake Tahoe. Make time for the casinos and snowboarding in this walkable area.

Mt. Tallac Trail
Fallen Leaf Lake is a smaller lake in South Lake Tahoe surrounded by beautiful landscape scenery that reflects so clearly off the water, you feel like you can walk right over it. The roads are a bit narrow to get here but if you come during off peak season, it's definitely a sight to see! Stop by the public beach Visitor Center and read about the famous Legend of this place. Also check out Glen Alpine Falls which is right by Fallen Leaf Lake in the Spring or early Summer when there is plenty of snow melt! This lake is a great place to kayak or paddle board. #discoveries #fallenleaflake #eldorado #laketahoe #landscape #scenery #travel #lakes #sierranevada #alpineforest #scenicviews #adventure #activelifestyle #outdoors #paddleboarding #kayaking #calm #peaceful #destinations

Fallen Leaf Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fallen Leaf Lake during your travels in South Lake Tahoe. Discover the area's casinos, or seek out its ski slopes.

Fallen Leaf Lake
Trail head right under my feet and I wish I could just keep hiking. Someday....

Adventure Mountain

Hit the slopes and also enjoy the snowboarding when you visit Adventure Mountain in Nebelhorn. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this walkable area.

Adventure Mountain
Pope Beach which includes tranquil scenes, a beach and a lake or waterhole

Pope Beach

Take the family to this well-equipped long strip of soft white sand, where the clean, clear waters of southern Lake Tahoe gently lap the shore.

Pope Beach
Playing disc golf with my boys and looked down and saw this up ended tree stump:)

Bijou Community Park

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Bijou Community Park, a lovely green space in South Lake Tahoe. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Bijou Community Park
Taylor Creek Visitor Center showing a bridge, a river or creek and forests

Taylor Creek Visitor Center

Learn about the nature of Taylor Creek Stream through self-guided trails and an interpretive look at the stream from below the surface.

Taylor Creek Visitor Center

Best Lodging Options Near Lake Valley State Recreation Area

Christmas Valley Chalet Tahoe Adventure Awaits!

Christmas Valley Chalet Tahoe Adventure Awaits!

3 out of 5
South Lake Tahoe
Christmas Valley Chalet Tahoe Adventure Awaits!
Emerald Bay Village

Emerald Bay Village

2 out of 5
1220 Emerald Bay Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Emerald Bay Village
Cedar Pines Resort

Cedar Pines Resort

3 out of 5
1234 Melba Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Cedar Pines Resort
Apex Inn

Apex Inn

2 out of 5
South Lake Tahoe
Apex Inn
Playpark Lodge

Playpark Lodge

2.5 out of 5
1184 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Playpark Lodge
Emerald Bay Lodge

Emerald Bay Lodge

3.5 out of 5
735 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Emerald Bay Lodge
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