180 Lake Pkwy
Stateline, NV

Couples can easily make two magical summer days amidst South Lake Tahoe’s mystique. Inclusive of all, Tahoe is incredibly welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community, and invites anyone in love, or perhaps duos seeking to find those depths, to discover inspiration on the banks of its otherworldly waters. Perhaps you’ll even find depths of your relationship rivaling the depths of the lake you behold…

South Lake Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe, California, United States

You’ve arrived! Holding hands, breath taken away as you crest the Sierra summit to reveal one of the world’s most exquisite bodies of water, you drive into South Lake. On Tahoe’s south side, a bevy of accommodations await. Want a rustic cabin stay? Check. Wiling away your days in beachfront luxury? Got you. Called by the casino action? Take your pick. Bringing your furry, four-legged family? No problem.

Camp Richardson

Camp Richardson, California, United States

You’ll surely find the perfect place to stay for your Tahoe adventure in South Lake. Once checked in, it’s time to fuel up and plan. Try heading to The Grove Bar and Grill at Camp Richardson, and pick the locals’ brains on fun activities over their signature Rum Runner cocktail and some snacks while beachside. Once sated, rent jet-skis, kayaks or even an entire motorboat from the Camp Richardson Marina, mere steps away from The Grove.

4104 Lakeshore Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA

If you’re not feeling up to navigating, let the captain of the Rum Runner Yacht do it for you. He takes groups on a cruise to extraordinary Emerald Bay twice a day each summer, letting guests sip on their adult or non-alcoholic beverages sans stress. Ahh, yes, breathe. Now you’re letting the Tahoe vibes kick in. However, all that beauty works up a hearty appetite. It’s dinnertime. Now you’ve both got lake fever and want to soak up all the time you can on its shores. Fear not: if there’s an abundance of anything aside from Mother Nature’s glory here, it’s lakeside dining options.

Baldwin Beach Rd
South Lake Tahoe, CA

Before embarking on your second day, grab coffee, tea and a hearty breakfast at Tahoe fave the Red Hut Café Kingsbury. It’s decked out inside with Tahoe nostalgia and makes you feel like you stepped into an old-time diner. Go big, because that’s what we do in Tahoe, with one of their heaping, appetite-busting breakfasts, like the protein-rich Don’s Special, or a plate of pancakes, French toast or waffles. Filled up, it’s time for your first outdoor excursion of the day. But which hike to choose?

El Dorado County, CA

The Fallen Leaf Lake hike is great for beginner-to-intermediate hikers, in just a few miles offering views of the smaller alpine lake and its stunning flora and fauna. But climbing Mt. Tallac seems like it could be exhilarating, you think. The trail challenges hikers with substantial elevation changes over the five-mile ascent to the Tahoe basin’s tallest peak, at 9,738-feet elevation. But it’s your last day. This trip, at least… No need to show off. Overhearing so many others talk about the mesmerizing hike to Emerald Bay, you’ve decided to tackle it yourselves. There’s a reason it’s one of the most photographed places in the world.

760 US-50
Zephyr Cove, NV

If you’re looking for a bit more action, journey to Zephyr Cove on the east side of South Lake. From here, you can parasail, paddleboard, jet ski or play volleyball on their vast beach. And if you missed being on the water for your first day, now’s your chance. The M.S. Dixie takes you on a waterborne journey into eye-popping Emerald Bay by paddlewheel boat. Take an afternoon cruise or try and tear your eyes away from the sunset on its decks later. Well, the day is winding down, but those brews you tasted at Cold Water piqued your interest in trying more local libations. Luckily, with the crystalline waters of Tahoe inspiring them, brewers abound ‘round here. Download the South Tahoe Beer Trail Map for a concise guide to finding your newest favorite frothy beverage.