7 days in Lake Tahoe Area Itinerary

High in the Sierra Nevada mountains on the shore of one of America’s most scenic lakes, South Lake Tahoe captures the spirit of the outdoors and serves as a hub for tourism activities surrounding the lake.

South Lake Tahoe is known for historic sites, beaches, and outdoors. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: hit the best photo ops around with Tahoe Photographic Tours, soothe aching muscles at Lake Tahoe Yoga, contemplate the waterfront views at Emerald Bay State Park, and contemplate the long history of Tallac Historic Site.

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Houston to South Lake Tahoe is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Houston to South Lake Tahoe, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Houston, expect slightly colder days and cooler nights in South Lake Tahoe, ranging from highs of 77°F to lows of 41°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can go by car to Truckee.

Truckee is an incorporated town in Nevada County, California, United States. Kick off your visit on the 10th (Thu): hike along Eagle Rock Hiking Trail, then kick your exploration up a notch at Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks, and then steep yourself in history at Hellman-Ehrman Mansion. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Fri): explore the galleries of Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum, then stroll through Sand Harbor, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park.

To find maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Truckee day trip tool.

You can drive from South Lake Tahoe to Truckee in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from South Lake Tahoe in June, Truckee is slightly colder at night with lows of 36°F. On the 12th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.