2009 Ski Vacations In The US - Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe is a top destination for holidaymakers ofspas in the vicinity waiting to provide you with a
all types and ages. And no wonder - located on theluxurious stay and lots of fun.
border of California and Nevada this location hasIt would be doing an injustice to this wonderful place
much to offer. Lake Tahoe is the second largestif the river rafting was not discussed. The Truckee
alpine lake in all of North America. It is located in theRiver is located close to Reno and North Lake Tahoe.
Sierra Nevada mountain range and the scenery thereThere you will find a whitewater rafting adventure
is breathtaking.that you will never forget. It is a seven mile trip with
This area provides the largest concentration of skimany Class 2 and 3 rapids for the first six miles and
resorts in all of North America. With over 17,520exhilarating Class 3+ rapids in the last mile - there's
skiable acres there is sure to be a perfect terrain forplenty of blogs testifying to the thrills the Truckee
anyone interested in skiing. In fact twenty-eightgives out!
percent of the terrain is defined as being fit forEvery kind of store imaginable is located in this area.
beginners, forty-two percent for those at theYou will find fudge shops, factory outlets and
intermediate level and thirty percent for advanced oreverything in between. You will learn first hand what
expert skiers.the phrase 'shop until you drop' means.
This beautiful area has an average base elevation ofAfter shopping and some other adventures you may
6,831 feet and the average summit elevation is 9,246decide that some time in a quiet museum is
feet. The typical skiing season is from November towelcomed. That too is available in this fun-filled
May. But although the snow skiing may end at thatlocation. You will find several different museums, each
time it does not mean the fun ends.with a unique focus. Take a break from the rush and
Lake Tahoe has much to offer for year-round funmotion, slow down and visit one or two of these
and entertainment. There are world famous golfplaces. You are sure to enjoy the educational
courses that offer the mountain backdrop and viewsexperience provided by the museums.
of the beautiful lake itself in Incline Village.Night life was not forgotten when this area was
You can pick and choose how you would like to viewdeveloped. You will find that there are numerous
or tour the area. Various options are available assports bars and places to enjoy live music. This
there are helicopter rides as well as cruises aroundmeans your fun does not have to end just because
the Lake. Additionally you can choose to enjoythe sun goes down.
carriage rides, biking, and boating, hiking, andIt is easy to see why Lake Tahoe is so popular. With
horseback riding.so much to offer it is a complete holiday package in
But that is just the beginning. When we talk aboutone central location. Regardless of the time of year
Lake Tahoe it is essential that we mention theLake Tahoe is a fun place, not just for skiing.
casinos. You will find that there are several resort