Posted on 1/20/2024 by Caroline Volin

Where to Get a Sweet Treat in South Lake Tahoe

If you've got a sweet tooth and find yourself in South Lake Tahoe, you're in for a treat—literally! Join us as we spill the beans on the best places to score some delicious sweets in this beautiful mountain town. Plus, most of these places are within walking distance fromsome of South Lake Tahoe’s best located lodging. From amazing ice cream confection to mouth watering pastries, we've got your cravings covered. Let's dive into the sweet side of South Lake Tahoe together!


Located right off of Lake Tahoe Boulevard in a second-floor shop, this spot is known for its made-to-order cookie sandwiches. Choose from various fresh-baked cookie flavors (you can even pick two different flavors to bookend your creation!), and then choose one of a host of ice cream flavors for your filling. They also serve up ice cream and cookies a-la-carte if you prefer. This shop is walking distance from all of the Adventure Stays properties, so you can grab a scoop in no time.

4118 Lake Tahoe Blvd #5, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

M - Th 2pm-9pm

Fri - 2pm-10pm

Sat - 12pm-10pm

Sun - 12pm-9pm



This locally-owned South Lake Tahoe staple is known for its mouthwatering cakes, desserts, and pastries that are made fresh every day. Look out for sugary delights like brownies, tarts, cookies, macaroons, pies, and more! Try their lemon meringue pie and legendary almond croissants. Sugar Pine has won “Best of Tahoe Bakery & Desserts” several times in the past, and for good reason.

3564 Lake Tahoe Blvd G, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

T-Th - 7am-4pm

Fri-Sun - 7am-5pm

Closed Monday


Located in the heart of Heavenly Villa Plaza, this beloved national cookie company specializes in jumbo, fresh-baked cookies and cookie-cakes. Hop off the slopes and enjoy a warm M&M cookie, or grab a classic chocolate chip in between shopping destinations. You can also order ahead of time online or over-the-phone for custom cookie cakes that fit any occasion! This shop is walking distance from all of the Adventure Stays properties, so cookies are just steps away!

1001 Heavenly Village Way #10, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Daily 10am – 9:30pm


Located at the Heavenly Village, right near notable shopping like Patagonia and The North Face, this crêperie has a wide selection of 25 crêpes to choose from. From sweet selections like The Strawberry Shortcake (chantilly cream and strawberries) to savory crêpes like the Monte Cristo (chicken, ham, cheddar, jam, dijon mustard), this shop is sure to please for an afternoon snack or sweet treat. This shop is walking distance from all of the Adventure Stays properties so if you’re craving crêpes you’re in luck!

3564 Lake Tahoe Blvd G, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

T-Th - 7am-3pm

Fri-Sat - 7am-4pm

Sun - 7am-2:30pm

Closed Monday



This charming, locally-owned ice cream spot is sure to satisfy even the most ravenous sweet tooth. Choose one of many homemade ice cream flavors or upgrade to a gourmet sundae, or ice cream cake. This is a seasonal business, so the shop will reopen in Spring 2024 to accommodate beach-goers and other sunshine-seekers in South Lake Tahoe. Book your spring or summer stay ahead of time at an Adventure Stays property to make sure you don’t miss out on these chilled treats!

Seasonal Spring/Summer

3330 Lake Tahoe Blvd Suite 2, South Lake Tahoe CA 96150



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