Lake Tahoe is most famous for the ski resorts that surround it, but summertime brings the warm, dry weather that allows you to play in and on the impossibly blue, incredibly clear lake itself. The many beaches around the edges range in character from family friendly, to party, to clothing optional.

Is it true that golf balls travel ten percent further in the fresh mountain air of the High Sierra? There’s only one way to find out. Grab your composite driver, your forged irons, a few dozen balatas, a couple of friends, and come play in the High Sierra. Combine a plethora of new, high-end, daily fee courses with the staggering beauty of the High Sierra and you’ll understand why it’s California’s fastest growing golf destination.

With Yosemite, King’s Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, Lake Tahoe and Mono Lake, California’s High Sierra is full of outdoor adventures just waiting for you. Summer brings hiking, camping, rock climbing, road and mountain biking, plus all manner of recreation in and around Lake Tahoe. In winter, it’s world-class snowboarding, and downhill and cross-country skiing.

The High Sierra has a fantastic spread of culinary options waiting for you. Annual food and wine festivals at Mammoth and Squaw Valley make an event of it, but throughout the year, local wines pair nicely with the Asian fusion, upscale California, and “Sierra Latino” cuisine, the newest arrival on the Tahoe food scene. Low-key options abound too, including fish tacos, hearty breakfasts, and make-your-own s’mores.

With its legendary snow, breathtaking scenery and famous resorts, the area around Lake Tahoe is one of the premier ski and snowboard destinations in the world. Nordic ski and snowshoeing fans will find miles and miles of groomed trails at North American’s largest cross country resort. Visit Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National parks in the winter to beat the crowds and enjoy skiing, camping, ice climbing and sledding in some of the most beautiful places on Earth.

California has family-friendly fun for every member of your brood, young or old. From theme parks galore with the latest rides and roller coasters, to up-close encounters with animals and history alike, grab the relatives and hit the road for a groovy California getaway!

If you’re looking for arts and culture in the High Sierra, the area around Lake Tahoe has museums displaying artifacts from California’s Native American cultures and the Gold Rush. You’ll also find galleries dedicated to local arts and crafts. Mountaintop and beachfront amphitheaters host the performing arts including live music, dinner theater, and a Shakespeare festival. Annual events include arts festivals and local artist studio tours.