Kidzone Museum
11711 Donner Pass Road
Truckee, CA 96161
530-587-5437

This museum designed for young children to play, learn and grow and features 4 discovery areas. The Space Zone allows children to explore space travel on a rocketship, create constellations, conduct research experiments, work with electrical control panels and visit astronaut sleeping and eating quarters. The Baby Zone is designed to encourage the littlest of people to crawl and practice developmental skills. The Jungle Gym is just that, an area for young children to burn off some of their abundant energy. In the Creative Center it's time to get your hands messy and find out what types of exploratory art can be made.

Kids’ Camp
P.O. Box 2238
Lake Tahoe, NV 89449
775-267-6399

This is NOT a babysitting service. It is a kids’ program full of exciting adventures offered night and day that is safe, fun, and educational. Some of the activities offered are hiking, swimming, movies, bowling, and more. Call ahead for pricing info and schedule.

Tahoe Trout Farm
1023 Blue Lake Avenue
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
530-541-1491

Free admission, bait and tackle, no license required, no limit and they will even pack them in ice. Payment for catches only, prices vary by size.

Squaw Valley Tram
800-371-2620

Be whisked away 8,200 feet and arrive at High Camp where you can look out over Lake Tahoe and dine at the High Camp restaurants. Some of the most breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierras can be seen from the top!

Magic Carpet Miniature Golf
2455 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
530-541-3787

A total of 47 holes for you to play or stop in the large arcade. Costs vary and so do hours. Call ahead for schedule.

Lake Tahoe Amusement Park
2401 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South lake Tahoe, CA 96150
530-541-1300
Let the little ones hop aboard several rides including the Giant Slide, Merry Go Rounds, and Bumper Cars.

Camp Richardson Corral
Highway 89
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
530-541-3113

Beautiful trail rides for the whole family where you can take a breakfast or steak dinner ride where you can eat your meal on the shores of Fallen Leaf Lake.

Sugar Pine Nature Center
Highway 89, West Shore
Tahoe City, CA 96145
530-525-7232

The Sugar Pine Nature Center features displays of birds, mammals and major game fish that are indigenous to the Lake Tahoe Basin. Hands-on activities and an educational film are also featured at the center.

Boberg’s Lake Tahoe Mini Golf
8693 North Lake Blvd
Kings Beach, CA 96143
530-546-3196

Putt your way to this miniature golf course the whole family will enjoy!

Wild Island Family Adventure Park
250 Wild Island Court
Sparks, NV 89434
775-359-2927

Have a wet and wild time with Hurricane Cove, Lazy River, Little Lagoon, Montego Bay Wave Pool, Tortuga, Eye of the Dragon and Dragon's Tail or the speed slides Red Viper and the Black Widow. This delightful adventure also features go-carts, an arcade, gift shop, restaurant, miniature golf and a 3-story interactive play structure.

Commons Beach – Outdoor Movies
North Lake Blvd behind the Fire Station
Tahoe City, CA 96145
530-583-3796

Free movies that are family friendly shown every Wednesday at dusk in the summer. Bring your own low-back chairs, drinks and snacks – concessions are not available.

Beaches:

El Dorado Beach
800 El Dorado Avenue
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
530-542-6094

Featuring rest rooms, picnic area, BBQ grills, playgrounds and boat launch based on lake levels. No lifeguards.

Emerald Bay Beach
11001 Highway 89
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
800-777-0369

Take a 1 mile hike and get one of the best views of the lake featuring restrooms, picnic area, pier and Vikingsholm Castle.

Kiva Beach
Highway 89 N of “Y”
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Featuring restrooms, picnic area, BBQ grills and pets are allowed.

Nevada Beach
Off Elk Point Road
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
877-444-6777

Featuring restrooms, picnic area, BBQ grills and a boat ramp.

Pope Beach
Highway 89 N of “Y”
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
530-542-6094

Featuring restrooms, picnic area BBQ grills. Admission fee: $3.00

Reagan Beach
3199 Sacramento Avenue
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
530-542-6094

featuring restrooms, picnic area and playgrounds

Tallac Picnic Area
Highway 89, 2.5 miles N of “Y”
South lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Featuring restrooms, picnic area, BBQ grills and dogs on leashes are allowed.

Zephyr Cove Beach
760 Highway 50
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
800-23-TAHOE

Featuring restrooms picnic area, BBQ grills, boat rentals, cruises and food. Parking fees apply.

Baldwin Beach
Highway 89, 4 miles N of “Y”
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Featuring restrooms, picnic area and BBQ grills. $3.00 Admission.

Camp Richardson Resort & Marina
1900 Jameson Beach
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
800-544-1801

Featuring restrooms, picnic area, BBQ grills, boat rentals, food and playgrounds. Parking fees apply.

Connolly Beach
3411 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
530-542-6094

Featuring restrooms, picnic area, boat launch and nearby marina. No lifeguards.

Water Activities:

The following marinas all offer paddleboats, jet skis, and other water toy rentals.

Camp Richardson Anchorage Marina
1900 Jameson Beach
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
800-544-1801

Ski Run Marina
900 Ski Run Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
530-544-9500

Timber Cove Marina
3411 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
530-541-6722

Zephyr Cove Marina
760 Highway 50
Stateline, NV 89449
775-589-4908