THE RITZ-CARLTON, LAKE TAHOE

13031 Ritz-Carlton Highlands Court, Truckee, California 96161 USA
Phone:  +1 (530) 562-3000   •  Contact Hotel

Summer Recreation


During the summer season, outdoor adventure abounds with hiking and mountain biking right out our backdoors. Our Mountain Concierge can arrange guided hikes, backpacks for family excursions and make recommendations as to the most scenic trails on Northstar. A short, fifteen minutes from the resort, Lake Tahoe, one of the world’s most pristine crystal blue alpine lakes, awaits where Vintage Wooden Boat Tours, beaches and other waters sports abound. For the golfer, preferred access and tee times to the Old Greenwood and Gray's Crossing golf courses is just minutes away.


Golf
 


Treat yourself to the best High Sierra Golf experience near Lake Tahoe.

  • Old Greenwood Golf Course
  • The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing
Hiking
 


Featuring spectacular views and diverse terrain, there is no better way to experience the Lake Tahoe region in the summer, with hundreds of miles of trails around the Basin.

Downhill Mountain Biking
 


Lake Tahoe offers world-class, nationally-rated mountain biking paths, many with spectacular, panoramic views of the Lake. A wide selection of shops provides the gear and advice tailored to all levels.

Water Sports
 


There is no better way to experience the beauty of Lake Tahoe then from the Lake itself. A variety of activities suitable to all levels is available including:

  • White-Water Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Boating
  • Wake Surfing, Boarding, Skating & Tubing
  • Charter Fishing
Fly Fishing
 


Sawmill Lake is a secluded 10-acre reservoir stocked with hundreds of bright, fighting rainbow trout, and is reserved for catch-and-release fly fishing only.
Beaches
 


The following are within a short drive of the hotel:

  • Agatam Beach, Tahoe Vista, CA
  • Kings Beach Recreation Area, Kings Beach, CA
  • Sand Harbor (East Shore), NV
Additional Summer Activities
 


  • Parasailing
  • Glider Rides
  • Helicopter Rides
  • Tennis Courts
  • Ropes Courses
  • Jet Skis
  • Stand-up Paddleboarding
  • Outdoor Movie Night
  • Farmer’s Market
  • Tahoe Star Gazing
  • Shakespeare Festival
  • Hot Air Balloon Rides
  • Rock Climbing
  • SCUBA Diving
  • Disc Golf
  • Off-Road ATV/Jeep Tours
  • Thunderbird Lodge
  • Vikingsholm Castle tour in Emerald Bay
  • Hellman-Erhman Mansion Tour
  • Tahoe Environmental Center
  • Museums
  • Bowling
  • Movies Theater
  • Geocaching

Plan your visit with our calendar
of events and activities


Summer Activity Highlights

Improve your game at the Old Greenwood Golf Academy Half-Day Golf School. Select dates available throughout the summer.

Take a cruise on the Wild Goose II, a 36-foot Grand Craft Commuter boat in the style and quality of the original wooden boat era offering a variety of cruises and private charter options. 

Step out our backdoors and explore the 100 miles of trails on Northstar Resort. 

Take a long leisurely paddle either on your own or with a guide a state-of-the-art kayak or canoe with Tahoe Adventure Company.

Experience the enchantment of the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor State Park with peformances from July 13 through August 26.