Things You'll Need:
- Snow gear for winter travel
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Step 1
Prepare for wintry weather, even when it isn't winter. Historically, Lake Tahoe has recorded snowfall in every single month of the year.
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Step 2
Bask in the sunshine that Lake Tahoe experiences 300 days a year, or play in the 396 inches of annual snowfall, which makes Lake Tahoe a truly distinctive destination.
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Fly into Lake Tahoe from the Bay Area, Sacramento or Reno, and catch one of the many shuttle services available up the mountain.
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Step 2
Utilize Lake Tahoe's mass transit system, called the BlueGo, for travel along the South Shore.
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Step 3
Be nostalgic and ride the Nifty 50 Trolley to get around in Lake Tahoe.
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Step 4
Consider renting a bicycle while you're in Lake Tahoe during the summer. There is no greater way to breathe in the fresh mountain air.
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Step 5
Consider renting a car while you're in Lake Tahoe, but use a local company if you can, since the drive up and down the mountain can be treacherous during the winter.
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Step 1
Book accommodations at PlumpJack Squaw Valley Inn by calling (800) 323-7666 or visiting its Web site (see Resources below).
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Call (800) AT TAHOE (288-2463) for reservations, or visit the Web site.
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Step 3
Stay on the Nevada side at one of the major casinos if gambling is in your blood.
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Step 4
Choose one of the romantic mountain lodges for your luxury accommodations if you're planning a honeymoon in Lake Tahoe.
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Step 5
Find luxury accommodations at a resort right on the lake for a panoramic view of Tahoe's deep blue waters.
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Step 6
Book your luxury accommodations right at the local ski resorts if your main purpose is to hit the slopes.
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Experience the world-class skiing and snowboarding facilities while in Lake Tahoe, or choose a sleigh ride if you're feeling less adventurous.
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Hike along one of the many trails designated by the John Muir Society if you're visiting during the summer.
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Step 3
Test your sailing skills on the water with the entire family.
