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Things to do in South Lake Tahoe: 1 local trip idea

A ready-made adventure day trip in South Lake Tahoe, California, with 5 stops in order.

Adventure trip

West Shore Peaks & Trails

5 stops · about 8 hr 15 min of stops · ~$123 per person

An action-packed day of classic Tahoe adventuring featuring a wilderness hike, a scenic bike ride along the shoreline, and hearty local meals progressing seamlessly from the West Shore back to town.

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    Ernie's Coffee Shop

    1207 Emerald Bay Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
    Ernie's Coffee Shop, South Lake Tahoe

    Fuel up early on hearty, scratch-made mountain breakfasts and espresso before heading to the trails.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$18 per person · Directions
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    Eagle Falls Trailhead

    South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
    Eagle Falls Trailhead, South Lake Tahoe

    Hike past the roaring Eagle Falls up to Eagle Lake in Desolation Wilderness; arrive early to secure parking.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · ~$10 per person · Directions
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    The Grove Beach Bar & Grill

    1900 Jameson Beach Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
    The Grove Beach Bar & Grill, South Lake Tahoe

    Relax right on the water with burgers, fish-and-chips, or a signature Rum Runner cocktail.

    ★ 4.2 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    Camp Richardson Mountain Sports Center

    1900 Jameson Beach Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
    Camp Richardson Mountain Sports Center, South Lake Tahoe

    Rent a mountain or cruiser bike and tackle the historic, pine-canopied Pope-Baldwin paved bike trail.

    ★ 3.9 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$40 per person · Directions
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    MacDuff's Pub

    1041 Fremont Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
    MacDuff's Pub, South Lake Tahoe

    Reward yourself with fantastic beer-battered fish and chips or wood-fired pizza in a cozy pub setting.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$30 per person · Directions

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