Things you Can do in Lake Tahoe to Enjoy a Weekend
Lake Tahoe still has a lot of fun to offer even though summer may have just started. Most people think that Lake Tahoe only has a lot to offer in winter when it forms a great skiing site. Even the summer old be great fun in Lake Tahoe as it has a lot you could do all through the year. You are going to be impressed whether you decide to hit the lake yourself or take in the beautiful views of the sierra. Read on to learn how you can have a fun filled weekend in Lake Tahoe.
Fannette Island is a good place to start especially if you are visiting as a family. Everybody, including kids, loves exploring a secluded island that is only accessible by kayaks. Any family should make sure they check out the Emerald Bay State Park on the California side of the lake. A gentle ride in a kayak lasting about ten minutes should get you to this historic island. Also known as the Fannette Island tea house, it has been around since the later 1920s when it was built by the owner of the Vikingsholm estate. As you can conclude from name, it was built for the service high tea to her guests. Although majority of what is left of it is a ruin now, it could be great to explore as a family and enjoy the kayak rides. If you have a guide with you, you can always ask about the legend of Captain Dick “Them’s my toes” Barter which could be great listening for the kids. It should cost you around ten soars for parking and fifty five more for renting a double kayak fir two hours. You can experience the beautifully preserved example of how the other half lived almost a century ago if you combine your visit with another visit to Vikingsholm. The tickets are a cheaper with adults paying fifteen dollars and twelve dollars for kids with a one hour tour included.
You can launch your personal watercraft into the lake. You can always ride a PWC in Lake Tahoe as it forms for a great site. The peace of the lake and wildlife are a great treasure for this place and that is why local authorities are focused in protecting them. If you follow the regulations however, it will be much easier for you to get out into the lake for a breath of fresh crystal clear air and the beautiful views of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Depending on your destination, you can get yourself a California or Nevada fishing license for more fun.