Y Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Shelby Finch
Photo by Shelby Finch

Popular places to visit

Heavenly Mountain Gondola featuring tranquil scenes, a lake or waterhole and a bay or harbour

Heavenly Gondola

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Glide across the sky and appreciate breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Tahoe on this scenic gondola ride to a summit where exciting adventure activities await.

Heavenly Gondola
Lakeside Beach

Lakeside Beach

4/5(4 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Lakeside Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to South Lake Tahoe. In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.

Lakeside Beach
Fallen Leaf Lake

Fallen Leaf Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fallen Leaf Lake during your travels in South Lake Tahoe. Discover the area's casinos or seek out its ski slopes.

Fallen Leaf Lake
Pope Beach which includes a lake or waterhole, a sandy beach and tranquil scenes

Pope Beach

Take the family to this well-equipped long strip of soft white sand, where the clean, clear waters of southern Lake Tahoe gently lap the shore.

Pope Beach
Regan Beach

Regan Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Regan Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to South Lake Tahoe. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices.

Regan Beach
The Shops at Heavenly

The Shops at Heavenly

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Shops at Heavenly during your stay in South Lake Tahoe. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the casinos in the area.

The Shops at Heavenly

Activities

Lake Tahoe: Half-Day Photographic Scenic Tour

Lake Tahoe: Half-Day Photographic Scenic Tour

AU$299
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Tahoe: Half-Day Photographic Scenic Tour
Lake Tahoe: Scenic Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks

Lake Tahoe: Scenic Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks

AU$192
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Tahoe: Scenic Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks
Lake Tahoe Sunset Dinner Cruise

Lake Tahoe Sunset Dinner Cruise

AU$215
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lake Tahoe Sunset Dinner Cruise
Lake Tahoe: Daytime Scenic Cruise

Lake Tahoe: Daytime Scenic Cruise

AU$153
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Tahoe: Daytime Scenic Cruise
Lake Tahoe: Sunset Dinner Cruise

Lake Tahoe: Sunset Dinner Cruise

AU$215
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lake Tahoe: Sunset Dinner Cruise
ski and snowboard rental delivery

Heavenly Premium Ski Rental Including Delivery

AU$180
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Heavenly Premium Ski Rental Including Delivery
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Our pick of the best Y Area Hotel Deals

Emerald Bay Lodge
Emerald Bay Lodge
3.5 out of 5
735 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The price is AU$135 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$135
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star beach lodge in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free parking, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
6.4/10 (313 reviews)
"The staff was wonderful. Love the family cabin. Someone trying to get in at night… I’m assuming was a bear… was a little alarming . Other than that I had a relaxing , quiet, peaceful stay at Emerald Bay Lodge!!! Will definitely stay again. Thank you for making my vacation great!"

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

Emerald Bay Lodge
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
4 out of 5
4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The price is AU$277 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$277
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly resort in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,406 reviews)
"The lobby bar tender was great. Landshark bar and grill was great. There wasn't any shower gel left or hand lotion left in the room. We couldn't figure out how to get a bloody Mary with breakfast. Buffet was nothing special."

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
4 out of 5
55 Highway 50, Stateline, NV
The price is AU$126 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Stateline. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (3,101 reviews)
"Needs upgrades"

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
3.5 out of 5
50 Highway 50, Stateline, NV
The price is AU$133 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Stateline. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 4 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the bar and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (2,302 reviews)
"OUR ROOM WAS RIGHT NEXT TO THE ELEVATORS AND WE HEARD THEM ALL NIGHT LONG"

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
Harveys Lake Tahoe Resort & Casino
Harveys Lake Tahoe Resort & Casino
4 out of 5
18 US Hwy 50, Stateline, NV
Fully refundable
The price is AU$158 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
AU$158
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this resort in Stateline. Enjoy 4 restaurants, a casino, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Casino ...
6.8/10 (2,847 reviews)
"Location is ideal accessibility to heavenly village was amazing as well the tunnel into harrahs so we didn’t have to step outside in the snow was so convenient"

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

Harveys Lake Tahoe Resort & Casino
Basecamp South Lake Tahoe
Basecamp South Lake Tahoe
3.5 out of 5
4143 Cedar Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The price is AU$212 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$212
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location to stay, with unique charm and had a more Rustic campy vibe. Enjoyed our stay here and enjoyed the coffee shop each morning. Our first room had some small issues, so staff were helpful and let us move into a more suitable room during our stay. Overall we really enjoyed our stay here ..."

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

Basecamp South Lake Tahoe
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Other neighbourhoods around Y Area

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Gardner Mountain

When in Gardner Mountain, you can plan a visit to Mt. Tallac Trail and Lake Tahoe Balloons, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Gardner Mountain
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Highland Woods

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highland Woods and surrounding area, you can visit Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel and Lake Tahoe Balloons.

Highland Woods
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Tahoe Keys

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tahoe Keys and surrounding area, you can visit Lake Tahoe Balloons and Pope Beach.

Tahoe Keys
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Sierra Tract

While visiting Sierra Tract, you might make a stop by sights like Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel and Tahoe Trout Farm.

Sierra Tract
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Black Bart

While Black Bart may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Heavenly Valley Creek and South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena.

Black Bart
Sugar Bowl which includes landscape views, mountains and snow

Al Tahoe

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Al Tahoe, El Dorado Beach and Heavenly Valley are top sights worth seeing.

Al Tahoe

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