Things To Do
Emerald Bay State Park
In 1969, Emerald Bay was designated a National Natural Landmark for its brilliant panorama of mountain-building processes and glacier carved granite. The natural beauty, geology and history of this unique island make it one of the highlights of any visit to the Lake Tahoe area. Emerald Bay State Park includes 2 campgrounds: Boat-In Camp (accessible by boat or foot only) and Eagle Point Campground. The scenic Rubicon foot trail wraps around Emerald Bay, with trailheads at Eagle Point campground, Vikingsholm, and DL Bliss State Park. The park features Vikingsholm, one of the finest examples of Scandinavian architecture in the western hemisphere and the "Tea House" on Fannette Island, the only island to be found in all of Lake Tahoe. Emerald Bay was designated an underwater state park in 1994. It is the resting place for many boats, launches and barges used in the lake before the turn of the century, during the heyday of Emerald Bay Resort and used in the construction of Vikingsholm.
Miss Dixie Steamboat Tour
Considered one of South Lake Tahoe’s most entertaining and affordable water activities, the Daytime Scenic Cruise on Lake Tahoe has been voted “Best Cruise in Nevada” by Nevada Magazine. This 2.5-hour scenic daytime cruise offers fabulous photo opportunities, sunshine, and fresh Lake Tahoe air, which has a way of invigorating everyone around. As you cruise to Emerald Bay, you'll learn how it was formed, some of its fascinating history, and enjoy a special video presentation. With plenty of room to spread out and get comfortable, you’ll quickly settle in and find the best place on-deck to snap magazine-worthy photos.
Heavenly Gondola
The Ultimate Adventure Pass is the easiest way to experience all that Epic Discovery offers. Access all day to enough activities to create memories you will talk about for ages. See below for all the included activities, then click them to check them out! Blue Streak Zip Line Add-On: Enjoy incredible views of Lake Tahoe for just $30 by adding a ride on the Blue Streak Zip Line to your Ultimate Adventure Pass. Hot Shot Zip Line Add-On: Soar through the sky for just $20 by adding a ride on the Hot Shot Zip Line to your Ultimate Adventure Pass. To purchase these add on's, please call (970) 754-0005. All levels of the Ultimate Adventure Pass include your Scenic Gondola ride.
Pope Beach
Pope Beach is located 3 miles west of the city of South Lake Tahoe on State Highway 89. Pope Beach is approximately 3/4 miles long and offers a sandy beach with excellent swimming and picnicking opportunities and incredible views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding Sierra Nevada Mountains. Kayak rentals and a food concession is available on site. Pope Beach is also easily accessible by bicycle via the Pope/Baldwin bike path.