5 days in South Lake Tahoe Itinerary

High in the Sierra Nevada mountains on the shore of one of America’s most scenic lakes, South Lake Tahoe captures the spirit of the outdoors and serves as a hub for tourism activities surrounding the lake.

For shopping fun, head to Marcus Ashley Fine Art Gallery or Wyland Galleries. Get a sense of the local culture at The Way It Was Museum and Wine Tours From Tahoe. Change things up with these side-trips from South Lake Tahoe: Virginia City (Marshall Mint & Museum & Silver Terrace Cemeteries) and Genoa (Mormon Station State Historic Park & Genoa Courthouse Museum). There's lots more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Nevada Beach Campground, see what you can catch with a fishing tour, trek along Rubicon Trail, and stroll the grounds of Genoa Cemetery.

For where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the South Lake Tahoe route planner.

Expect a daytime high around 64°F in October, and nighttime lows around 31°F.