15 Things to do in South Lake Tahoe: The ULTIMATE List!

[@JohnPlumb-z6h]

Keep up with the good work i.m moving there Rock on with your bad self 🦾

[@GabriellaViola]

thank you!

[@allensherrill850]

Ever want to be close to something so beautiful? And I think the scenery is amazing too! ❤

[@tayodeniro6669]

Just got a job here can't wait

[@mariramos3985]

Thank you for your video! Will be visiting lake tahoe for the first time next week😊

[@GabriellaViola]

That’s great I’m sure your going to love it...hopefully you have a few good ideas of what to do!

[@ismaeltrejo3886]

in june i will be visiting Lake Tahoe. Good videos.

[@GabriellaViola]

Thank you so much!

[@bidenisanidiot8029]

Fair warning If your coming on the weekends, the traffic is ridiculous. Highly recommend renting a beach cruiser. South Lake the city is small. All you will need a car for is Emerald Bay/Eagle Falls area but if you go there make sure to be there before 9am or you will have no parking. Enjoy our City my friend!

[@GabriellaViola]

@@bidenisanidiot8029 so true! I always try to avoid weekend afternoons at Emerald Bay!

[@brienfoaboutanything9037]

Interesting about South Lake Tahoe, California: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJqQi5edoKmarpI

[@davidvillalpando8030]

THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT VIDEO !! im heading to lake south lake tahoe on friday

[@GabriellaViola]

Thank you so much for watching! Enjoy your time in Tahoe 😊😊

[@Petalflipper]

Grew up in South Lake Tahoe. Honestly wish I hiked more like I do now when I lived there. It still feels like my home away from home even at 27.

[@GabriellaViola]

I feel the same way about NY ..so much more I could have done when I lived there lol …you grew up in a beautiful place that’s for sure 💙

[@Jasmine8496]

Very outstanding scenery’s from🇬🇧

[@jasoncable8789]

Big Rocks

[@AereForst]

Beautiful. The scenery isn’t bad either.

[@allans7281]

Great video! Luv tahoe. Basically like an ocean with Fresh water. I put a trolling motor on my canoe and explore remote beaches!!

[@Phuong.Nguyen-]

Super pretty footage and good music chosen

[@lorimadden9672]

Great pictures 📸 and filming dear I just found you absolutely beautiful scenery makes me want to road trip out to Lake Tahoe soon 😊 😀

[@GabriellaViola]

Thank you so much Lori!

[@chilyzara]

This is so cool place😊Landscape is fascinating and incredible nature on earth ....

[@GabriellaViola]

it certainly is a beautiful place! 💙

[@lebaoyaj2195]

Absolutely love your lake tahoe videos. Makes it easy for me to plan thanks!

[@GabriellaViola]

Thank you so much, So glad the videos are helpful !!! If you need more ideas I have a blog too! www.gabriellaviola.com/blog

[@bettycurry6752]

Thank you for this lovely video….wish I was there.

[@GabriellaViola]

Glad you enjoyed it 😊💙

[@ViaAvione]

Beautiful! Thank u for sharing

[@GabriellaViola]

You are so welcome

[@joseagarcia6799]

Thanks for sharing nice video to help I will go in vacation in August thanks

[@GabriellaViola]

Glad you enjoyed the videos!

[@CJCVictoriaDC]

Fantastic video! Heading to South Tahoe this weekend, and saving this video as a reference

[@GabriellaViola]

Awesome! So glad the video is helpful to you!

[@rosagalachannel3843]

Very helpful and informative, thank you so much for sharing

[@GabriellaViola]

You are so welcome!

[@davidpaz9389]

I lived in South Lake for about a year and a half from 98-99. It's been 20 years since I was last there. We'll be there in late June through Independence Day. I told my wife it will take her a few minutes to take in just how beautiful it is when she first looks out at that wondrous scene.

[@GabriellaViola]

haha this is so true! I remember the first time I drove up to emerald bay and the first time I saw the east shore..mind blown!

[@nCano]

Thanks doll

[@SpiderMan-dz1gs]

Thank you for the information

[@GabriellaViola]

My pleasure

[@Ms.MD7]

Thank you. Will definitely try to go to some of these places.

[@ApeMan]

Great video! You gotta earn it but a hike to the summit of Mt Tallac rewards you with the best view of Lake Tahoe and the interior of Desolation Wilderness

[@GabriellaViola]

Thank you! Mt Tallac hike looks awesome and definitely strenuous...I’ve done Maggie’s peak which has similar views but is a little easier 💙....def gotta do some more hikes like that this summer!

[@stan3497]

Very cool, Thanks

[@mjsg8476]

Nice collection 🎉

[@khanwalih]

Awesome 👍 my friend

[@GabriellaViola]

Thank you so much!

[@bjdlh01]

Thanks - we will be there in mid-August for my daughter's wedding.

[@GabriellaViola]

Congratulations to your daughter and enjoy your time in Tahoe!! 💙

[@bobabooie6389]

Thank you for the video. My wife and I and my sweet little dog are going to South Lake Tahoe in about 3 weeks. We're both older now so we won't be doing any hiking but will be taking a car trip and looking at some of the sites thank you

[@GabriellaViola]

You are so welcome and I’m glad the video was helpful in giving you some ideas!

[@bobabooie6389]

@@GabriellaViola it was very helpful thank you so much

[@TheCrazyAztec]

Video request for the 4 leggeds, wing ones and little critters in Tahoe ✌🏼🪶👀

[@yeshuaisthewaythetruthandt515]

THANKU. CLEAR AND SUCCINCT

[@GabriellaViola]

Hey thank you so much!!! 😎😊

[@jacobbenitez520]

I have never seen you around intahoe and i have lived there my entire life

[@isobeltorrie5326]

I am in South Lake Tahoe and it’s snowing

[@GabriellaViola]

nice!

[@irinac4253]

Such a beautiful and interesting video! Last time we explored the lake from south to Emerald Bay. This time we are planning to travel from south -east to North.( Zephyr cove, etc) Please tell me there are no crazy roads on that side, such as 89 to Emerald bay,(windy, steep from both sides with no railing )or do we need to be prepared for something like that? Thank you!😀

[@GabriellaViola]

haha yes emerald bay road can be pretty scary the first time you drive it! I think thats the only one like that! the only other one I can think of is HWY 41 which it doesnt sound like you are going on

[@irinac4253]

@@GabriellaViola Thanks Gabriela, It’s good to know!:)

[@elprincipevegeta860]

Thank you

[@baggeliskekias1289]

very very beatiful video mrs. thank you very much

[@GabriellaViola]

Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@floserpidawheeler1522]

Beautiful and informative video! Thanks for sharing.

[@GabriellaViola]

thank you so much! I appreciate that, and I'm so glad the video was helpful!!!

[@EternalDestiny48]

Very good. Liked & subscribed! Can't wait to visit lake Tahoe hopefully sooner than later

[@GabriellaViola]

Thank you so much! hopefully you will, and now you'll know some good places to check out when you come!!

[@TheTrujiel]

What awesome video.

[@GabriellaViola]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Chilaquiles-jz7vm]

Thank you , just want I needed! Will be going in a couple of weeks 💙😁

[@GabriellaViola]

Awesome, l'm glad it's giving you some ideas!

[@ericstogner7430]

Great video, has anyone published a "Tourist" guide for this area if so how can I get one? Thank you. Eric stogner.

[@olgatrejo4519]

So beautiful nature, thank you for sharing ❤

[@GabriellaViola]

Thank you so much watching 💙

[@nelsonsack2694]

Maybe someday you could do a road trip around the lake.

[@GabriellaViola]

Ha I probably could ...it might be a long video!

[@smitalhuf]

Hi I am Sanjay from India. I plan on visiting South lake Tahoe on Christmas 2022. Can u pl share any videos u may have done for winter-things to see and do..also points that can be left out due to snow Many thanks

[@marcobautista9298]

Great video, very useful information. Thanks!

[@GabriellaViola]

your welcome!

[@cathysnelling4915]

are there restrooms any where along Rubicon Trail between Emerald Bay and DL Bliss state parks?

[@angieheinz8555]

I live 45 mins away and I told my hubby we are going tomorrow because we have new places to see😜

[@GabriellaViola]

Awesome I’m glad the video gave you some ideas!!

[@JohnSmith-ku7yu]

Amazing video Gabriella, tomorrow is my last day in Lake Tahoe and this video convinced me to spend it in Lester Beach. My plan is to get there at 10am, do you think that's too late to find a good parking spot? Or do you think I should go earlier? By the way I'm in the north side of Lake Tahoe, do you know of a nice place that you would recommend to watch the sunrise?

[@GabriellaViola]

10am should be fine …if parking is full you can always park on the road and hike down …it is an extra two miles but it’s a good workout (at least that’s what I tell myself )😎😎……there are a couple of piers that open to the public which are great spots to catch the sunrise …or there eagle rock ..which is a very short hike overlooking the northwest shore

[@ВіталійПіддубний-м8з]

🏊

[@mskat1954]

Hoping to find pics or video of Alpine Helicopters. Cir 1968 or 69.

[@SmartSam1]

Wow! What a marvelous paradise lake Tahoe! But are there crocodiles in this lake? Any idea?? Thanks So Much! 💐

[@edwardbarnes9264]

Thanks for the video Gabriella. I'm headed there next week and looking forward to seeing these great sites and the beautiful landscape.

[@GabriellaViola]

I hope you enjoy Tahoe, and I'm glad the video was helpful!

[@AnhLe-pe3qg]

I'm visiting South Tahoe in 2 wks. Do you think it's worth it to visit Glen Alpine Falls or any waterfall at that time? Would they all be dry? Also we are renting a boat and kayak to explore Emerald Bay. Could we access the trails and other attractions in Emerald Bay from the water? Love your beautiful and informative videos!!

[@GabriellaViola]

I think Glen Alpine Falls is usually pretty dry in the fall depending on the year...i usually go in the spring and summer...renting a boat and exploring emerald bay and the rubicon trail area sounds amazing

[@fredlane469]

Thank you for your great videos. They are very helpful and well done. My girlfriend and I are going to South Tahoe mid July for a getaway and I'm going to pop 'the' question...do you have a suggestion for a nice spot at sunset to take a knee?

[@GabriellaViola]

Absolutely….Cave Rock in South Lake Tahoe is a beautiful spot and a prime sunset spot with beautiful views of the lake…it’s a short hike about 12 minutes …I also notice people do engagement shoots there ….congratulations!!!💍

[@fredlane469]

@@GabriellaViola Thanks for the suggestion...it looks like a great spot! Sooo, if you and DSLR are not busy... 😊

[@ankitasarkaranki]

Thanks 😊 very informative video and subscribed done .

[@GabriellaViola]

Hey Ankita! thank you so much!

[@nphung168]

what is the weather like in late march during easter weekend?

[@GabriellaViola]

its a beautiful time, but there is definitely still a possibility of snow at that time, it really depends on the year

[@H-bv1xt]

Is the gondola worth it? I saw the price last time and decided not to bother.

[@GabriellaViola]

Its cool to see the views from up there on the gondola, but yes the price is a bit ridiculous, and you can hike to prettier views for free

[@unalarslan7503]

Gabriella you are amazing like your videos.

[@GabriellaViola]

Thank you so much!

[@Nika04_28]

can you swim in the lake Tahoe or water is too cold? thanks for the great video

[@GabriellaViola]

Yes in the summertime the coves are totally swimmable! not warm but def refreshing

[@GeorgeinLakeTahoe]

Thx, beautiful lady.

[@scottbistransky7018]

I will be visiting there Oct 18-21. are the colors still in the trees? What would you suggest doing this fall time?Forecast looks chilly!Where would i find the best happy hour around Tahoe? Is Blackwood canyon open to Barker pass? Would appreciate any suggestions you might have.

[@GabriellaViola]

That is a great time see fall colors…that’s usually when I go out and look for them. Here is a guide a made on where to see fall colors in Lake Tahoe: www.gabriellaviola.com/post/top-places-to-see-fall-colors-in-lake-tahoe

[@GabriellaViola]

I don’t know much about Blackwood canyon and barker pass…as far as happy hour I usually go to the bars in stateline near heavenly

[@scottbistransky7018]

@@GabriellaViola Thanks so much for responding so fast. Barker pass is at the end of the road that goes into Blackwood canyon which is close to Homewood off 89. Heard it might be still closed cuz of the fire.I use to live in Rubicon Bay for a year in 1977 but work took me to Sacramento.Spent every summer there in the 60s and 70s as my parents owned a house in Rubicon.DON'T EVER LEAVE!!! YOU WILL REGRET IT !!! DO you have a favorite bar in Stateline? Preferably not in casinos .

[@GabriellaViola]

Hahah it’s funny I’ve been considering relocating but it’s hard to find a place that tops tahoes beauty and easy accessibility once your here. I don’t know if I have a favorite but I do like that speakeasy in the back of social house …I think it’s called the community bar

[@GabriellaViola]

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[@GabriellaViola]

@@milescorp6237 oh those are two of my favorites I just didn't include them because this video was on the South Lake area. ...i consider those east shore....

[@aaliyah_editz]

I m visiting on September 25 . Can you suggest us best place for visit?We have only one day. Thanks

[@GabriellaViola]

@@aaliyah_editz my favorites are the rubicon trail from DL Bliss, monkey rock hike, and the east shore beaches!

[@aaliyah_editz]

@@GabriellaViola Thanks

[@Billy-ye3ge]

Just subscribed, love your video's. Have you been to the "speakeasy" down town? I won't give any more info about it...

[@GabriellaViola]

Hey Billy!! thank you so much for the sub!! yes the one in stateline? i love the vibe in there!!

[@Bescanhk]

Hey Gabriella, can you park for free at the Valhalla Estate to watch sunrise?

[@GabriellaViola]

I usually park along hwy 89 …there’s a little parking area right near the gate the leads to the pier and the estate …and it’s free

[@thebarbers6291]

Hi! Thanks for your video. We are planning on visiting Tahoe this Spring or summer. Where is the best place to stay that is close to most of these places?

[@GabriellaViola]

Before i lived here i always stated in Stateline, in south lake tahoe. lots if hotel options for every budget and its central and walkable to bars and restaurants!

[@Sonoma_Coast]

Your best video. Glen Alpine falls looks amazing! Did not know about D.L. Bliss. I've been to Fallen leaf. Very impressive. I think I've been to Valhalla. Does it have that Giant fireplace?

[@GabriellaViola]

Thanks so much Tom! It was my first time visiting DL Bliss..can't believe I've never checked it out before!...I dont recall a fireplace at Valhalla, I know there is one at Chimney Beach though!

[@Sonoma_Coast]

@@GabriellaViola I just Googled it. It's in the main building. look at "valhalla tahoe venue" and you'll see it. It's a vision that stuck in my memory since childhood.

[@robertb9461]

Does the gondola run all year long ws gou say? When i look online tickets arent available for the month we wre going, October. And I find conflicting info because some say it closes after September, some say its open?? Thanks

[@GabriellaViola]

I have only taken it up in the winter but i belive it is open year round

[@kse2190]

Thank you so much for such an informative video!! I didn't know that Eagle falls was divided into upper and lower eagle falls! I definitely want to go to Lower eagle falls but can't see on the map which way to go from Vikingsholm. Is there a way to find the directions somewhere? Thank you!

[@GabriellaViola]

there are signs for Eagle Falls once you are at the bottom of Vikingsholm!

[@russellleboeuf8637]

Whats the water temperature in the lake? We'll be there in about 2 weeks. I've never been in that area or any area like that before. Water temp here is usually 85-90 degrees (south Louisiana)

[@GabriellaViola]

Ha it’s much colder ...I don’t know the exact temp but probably in the high 60s ...I always stick to the shoreline and coves when swimming ...it’s nice on a hot day!

[@193322009]

@@GabriellaViola Russell, Gabriella is right, the average surface temperature of Lake Tahoe in the summer is 63 degrees. If you dive down just 18 inches it can drop to 53 cold degrees, so I would suggest that you swim at the surface. Brrrrrrr but invigorating !

[@octoberlove322]

How is South Lake Tahoe in the winter? Is it worth it? Or should I wait for spring? End of this month

[@GabriellaViola]

honestly is beautiful any time of year!!! and it can snow in winter and spring ...

[@robertklebe9236]

As weird as it sounds, I feel I saw you in Tahoe in September 27 2020.

[@GabriellaViola]

ha its possible!

[@jonwyatt6282]

1 and 2 are on the East side of the lake

[@tnt3171]

Hi Gabriella! We are going there on the last week of Sep. I heard all the parks are generally packed during summer and holidays. Do we need to be there before 7AM to be able to get into the park (esp Sand Habor)?

[@GabriellaViola]

hello, honestly i tend to avoid SH in summer and early fall...i go there in the winter and spring but it sounds like in end of Sept you should be fine in terns of the crowds

[@AbrahamsBridges]

Hi! I’m just checking on things near Lake Tahoe due to the fires. Very sad! Are you ok? Have you evacuated? Is it as bad as the news reports say? Our family has a vacation scheduled there for August 16-23.

[@GabriellaViola]

Hi, i just got into Tahoe today actually...it doesn't look too bad, especially compared to last year..but yes there is some smoke haze in the air, but no where near as bad as carson city is right now ..i should know more in the next few days..

[@AbrahamsBridges]

@@GabriellaViola oh nooo!! Our airB&B is in Carson city. I’m glad you’re safe! Thanks so much for the info!! Hopefully it’ll all be cleared up in the next 3 weeks. 🤞🏽

[@GabriellaViola]

I hope so as well! And as of Today Tahoe is clear and beautiful

[@MuffieMuff]

Hi there. How do I get to the location of our photo @4:57 where you were sitting by the lower eagle falls? Is that accesible via trail?

[@GabriellaViola]

its accessible via the bottom of the vikingshom trail. this video might be helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qn6ah6iLZ7l0fM0

[@MuffieMuff]

@@GabriellaViola thanks!

[@the.disrespected.sports.gamers]

Hey I like your posts.. sooo how long have you been living in tahoe?

[@GabriellaViola]

almost 2 years!

[@the.disrespected.sports.gamers]

@@GabriellaViola nice, I've been here for most of my life and I haven't done half the things on this list.. your videos give me some ideas.. now time to try avoiding the swarm of tourists! 😆

[@GabriellaViola]

@@the.disrespected.sports.gamers haha so true, I just moved out of Stateline which was tourist-ville.

[@the.disrespected.sports.gamers]

@@GabriellaViola Good decision! I lived near Harvey's b4 - lots of drunks screaming happily outside my window at night.. I live at the Y now. Almost too quiet at times lol

[@cristianflores8404]

Do you know if l can camping close to lake Tahoe with out reservations

[@GabriellaViola]

Hi Christian, I don't know much about the camping situation because I have never camped in Tahoe....also there might be issues with campfires, I am not sure if they are allowing them in Tahoe due to the drought. I do have to say that the campsites at DL Bliss look amazing in terms of the location. If I was going to camp in Tahoe, that is where I would want to do it!

[@jeannettecastillo461]

If going to lake TAHOE for the first time what part would you recommend for me to go ?

[@GabriellaViola]

I would check out the east shore …the turquoise water is amazing

[@johntinker3457]

With the current drought, anyone seeing the lake at a lower levet at all? I will be there for the week arriving July 11th.

[@GabriellaViola]

Yes the lake is lower but it doesn’t effect much in terms of swimming …there is more beach space

[@johntinker3457]

@@GabriellaViola Thanks Gabriella, much appreciated.

[@jonwyatt6282]

Cave rock is not in South Lake Tahoe! It is in Glenbrook Nevada!

[@Stayfocused1984]

Stupid question i assume, but is this California or Nevada?

[@GabriellaViola]

the locations are in both but mostly california!

[@gen06z25]

is the water cold? i know it gets warmer over summer

[@GabriellaViola]

it is cold!

[@taoist32]

It’s cold year round. Doesn’t get that warm in the summer, only warm spots if you can find them.

[@GabriellaViola]

@@taoist32 yes some of the coves warm up but its never really "warm"

[@DNuts-ws1uz]

Look at the water

[@GabriellaViola]

I know I can never get sick of that color

[@helendi7000]

It's Nevaaada, not Nevoda

[@bck28]

Whats fun to do in Tahoe City?

[@jillm4406]

Sorry to say I apologize and I hope you except my apologies or don't but I'm glad they're taking out the Kmart because South lake Tahoe is not a shopping place to go shopping is skiing boating and that kind of stuff there shouldn't be a big shop store up in here makes no sense it just brings more traffic and more more English and more it needs to stop it needs to be a lazy little town like it was not this shopping hub go to Jackson California or go to Carson if you want to go do major shopping.

[@BobJoy_my_collection_of_stuff]

palisades at tahoe , tram ride to near top and swimming pool. hike up for free ride down tram . even with a dog but that might have changed. old CEO liked dogs.

[@GabriellaViola]

Wow that sounds pretty cool! Can you do it year round ?

[@BobJoy_my_collection_of_stuff]

@@GabriellaViola only use tram and pool/hot tub when tourists or skiers crowd the place, not between seasons. can't walk up in winter. tram up and pool aren't free , neither is roller/ice skating

[@juansactivelife2475]

Gabriella, Thanks for your video, it really helped me plan my trip, from where to go and where to stay. My wife and I are very grateful as it was our first anniversary, I even downloaded it for better use on the road. I also did the Flume Trail MTB ride kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5vbk2ShfZaDpNk. Thanks again for your videos of that beautiful place.

[@cliffcurtistruth]

You are one BEAUTIFUL girl. Are you married or have a boyfriend?

[@GabriellaViola]

Thank you 🙏

[@allensherrill850]

Don’t even ask her. She’ll just break your heart 😢

[@fasihsociety6451]

U single mam ?