Things To Do
Area Hiking- Bear Lake Loop, Mt. Elwell, Plumas Hike
Bear Lake Loop- 2.5-mile loop off of Lake Basin Trailhead. Family-friendly with elevation gain only at 350' while passing four small lakes. Sardine Lake- Right off of Gold Lake Highway just about 35 minutes away from the resort in the basin of the Sierra Mountains! Mt. Elwell- 7.5 mile steep hike off of Smith Lake Trailhead. This is not for the novice hiker as there is a 7,800' elevation gain with some steep exposed sections. Plumas Hike- Can be accessed 10 minutes away from Nakoma Resort from the Lake Basin Recreation Area. This hike can be short or long as it has multiple interconnected trails.
Nakoma Resort Trails
Don't feel like leaving the property? Don't worry there are plenty of shorter trails that are kid friendly. Village Trail- A 0.3 mile throughout the resort that passes by a creek. Trail A- a 0.6 mile hike that is accessed from A-15 or Great Spirit and passes by the golf course and makes it way through over 27 native trees! Another great hike for kiddos! Cloud Rest Trail- Slightly longer than Trail A, Cloud Rest Trail is a 0.7 mile hike with a little more skill required for these trails as there are steeper and strenuous stretches of trail.
Activities at Nakoma Resort
Not feeling up for a day trip off resort premises? No worries, as Nakoma Resort has plenty of options for everyone! Kid Friendly: Kids' room, indoor rock climbing, indoor basketball court, and an outdoor swimming pool. Adult Friendly: Swimming pool, yoga studio, spa, and steam room!
Dragon Golf Course- Nakoma Resort
Nakoma charges $85 for the green fee, cart, and warm-up range balls. Equipment is not provided and would have to be provided by participants. Resort guests receive 15% discount on green fees.
Reid Horse and Cattle Company
Horse Back riding is available at the Graeagle Stables location just 40 minutes away from the resort. Kids 5 years old and older are welcome! Pricing: One hour is $62 a person and an hour and a half is $77.
Plumas Pines Golfing
Be sure to check with the golf course prior to making plans to attend as some courses close October 1st depending on weather.
The Brewing Lair
Just a short 20 minute drive from Nakoma Resort, there is a craft brewery that has a taco food truck, is kid-friendly, and occasionally has some disc golf available for those trying to perfect their skills!
Lake Tahoe
A lake surrounded by mountains is truly a sight you will never forget! Lake Tahoe is about an hour and a half drive from Nakoma Resort. They have cute little shops, restaurants, and endless breathtaking views! This day trip would be possible, however, it would have to be planned out appropriately in order to make it back in time for the rehearsal dinner and/or wedding!
