There is amazing hiking in the entire region. Some jumping off points for trails below. Kirkwood/Carson Pass: https://www.alltrails.com/us/california/kirkwood Desolation Wilderness (45 minute drive): https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/california/desolation-wilderness Emerald Bay or D.L. Bliss State Park (45 minute drive): https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/california/d-l-bliss-state-park, https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/california/emerald-bay-state-park
Go check out the Lake! Plenty of options for food and drink, beautiful beaches on the lake, kayaks/paddleboards to rent.
Gorgeous views of the entire Lake Tahoe region! The gondola takes off right from the center of South Lake Tahoe.
Beginner to advanced trails right at the resort.