North Lake Tahoe is the perfect destination for families! Enjoy ice skating, sledding, skiing and so much more! In North Lake Tahoe you can embrace the joy of winter together!
Experience the ultimate winter wonderland at High Camp at the breathtaking Palisades Tahoe! Hop on for a scenic 10-minute aerial tram ride, taking in panoramic views that will leave you in awe. The best part? Kids 12 and under ride for free! With nighttime disco tubing and traditional tubing available, kids of all ages will love spending time zipping down the groomed trails all day and night! Families can also enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and ice skating at High Camp and when hunger strikes, there are plenty of spots to grab delicious food! There’s no doubt that when it comes to winter activities, High Camp at Palisades Tahoe is your ticket to an unforgettable day in the snow!
Ice skating in North Lake Tahoe is a perfect activity for the whole family! With affordable rentals available in various sizes at
each location, skating offers a fantastic opportunity for little ones to learn a thrilling new skill while having a blast. Many ice skating venues in the area also feature warming huts and fire pits, creating a cozy atmosphere for families to gather and enjoy hot chocolate together. For more information and a comprehensive list of ice skating locations, be sure to check out our favorite places to skate in North Lake Tahoe!
There might be no snow activity that kids of all ages enjoy more than sledding! Whether it’s at a nearby hill or at a resort on a groomed track with comfy inner tubes this is a great way to spend a day enjoying fresh air and having fun with the whole family! Here are our favorite places to go sledding in North Lake Tahoe!
(530) 546-4212
Ski Hill, 725 Granlibakken Rd, Tahoe City
(530) 581-7533
Truckee, CA 96161, United States (located in Tahoe Donner Trout Creek Recreation Center)
(530) 582-9603
(530) 583-1516
1651 Olympic Vly Rd, Olympic Valley
(530) 452-4511
If your kiddos like to hike, they’ll love to snowshoe! There are lots of places to rent the perfect gear for everyone in your family so you can get out there and explore this incredible place! With lots of stunning trails that are easy for kids to navigate, snowshoeing is a great way to spend the day out in nature all together!
3.8 miles | 880 ft elevation gain | Dog-friendly
(530) 426-3871
(530) 562-3270
Northwoods Clubhouse 11509 Northwoods Blvd. Truckee
(530) 587-9484
(530) 583-1516
(530) 581-7533
One of the best ways to spend a vacation together in North Lake Tahoe is to hit the slopes and enjoy the unparalleled alpine recreation this area has to offer! Whether everyone in your family is ready to take on more challenging routes or if you’re looking for a few lessons to get you started, these places are perfect for everyone! Plus, with lots of ski and snowboard rental options in the area you are sure to find all the equipment you need to make your winter alpine vacation an amazing one!
1960 Squaw Valley Road, Olympic Valley
(530) 452-4331
(530) 587-9444
(530) 587-5437
When you need a break from all the outdoor activities, you can take your kiddos to where education and fun intertwine! Let your child’s inner scientist go wild in the Discovery Lab, dive into a world of vibrant colors and textures in the Art Studio, and the Indoor Playground offers boundless excitement for active kids, who can climb, slide, and construct towering structures with giant foam blocks! Enjoy the Nature Play Area for outdoor adventures (best during the warmer weather) and the Infant Area is specially designed for the youngest visitors. For an extraordinary experience in North Lake Tahoe, KidZone Museum is the ultimate place to let your kids play and learn!
(1-800) 466-6784
(530) 581-7533
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