Planning a trip to South Lake Tahoe? Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned Tahoe traveler, here are some fun and surprising facts to drop while you’re soaking up those alpine views.
1. It’s the second deepest lake in the U.S.
Lake Tahoe plunges to a depth of 1,645 feet, second only to Crater Lake in Oregon. The lake is so deep, it never freezes!2. It’s older than you think.
Lake Tahoe is estimated to be over 2 million years old. That’s a lot of snowmelt.3. The water is crazy clean.
Lake Tahoe’s water is 99.994% pure—cleaner than most bottled water. You’ll see that clarity firsthand when you paddleboard or kayak out from Pope Beach or Baldwin Beach.4. Tahoe straddles two states.
You can stand with one foot in California and one foot in Nevada! South Lake Tahoe (home to our two motels) is on the California side, but the casinos and nightlife of Stateline, NV are just a short walk or bike ride away.5. It’s a year-round playground.
You already know about skiing, but spring and summer bring hiking, biking, boating, and more. If you’re coming in the off-season, you’ll beat the crowds and still have plenty to do.6. Mark Twain was a fan.
The iconic author once called Lake Tahoe "the fairest picture the whole earth affords."Whether you’re here for fun facts or fun times, Adventure Stays is your laid-back, affordable basecamp in the heart of it all. Book your stay now at Adventure Stays and see why Tahoe lives up to the hype.
