LAKE TAHOE OVERVIEW

In the mountain slopes overlooking Lake Tahoe, sun shines down through the trees as the Ponderosa pines fill the air with delightful scents. In some months, you'll take in the view while hiking or on a mountain bike.

The northern Sierras have four distinct seasons, each of them more beautiful than the last. From late spring, through summer and into early fall, Lake Tahoe is a world renowned location for all types of water sports and boating activities. The North Shore of the lake boasts 11 golf courses, including 6 championship courses, as well as many relaxing beaches. The clear blue water of Tahoe's South Shore is great place to enjoy all water activities in addition to camping, hiking and mountain biking on one of the numerous trails.

On the Nevada side of the lake, gamblers can enjoy their game of choice in Stateline to the north and Crystal Bay and Incline Village to the south. And while the area is naturally sublime, the man-made pleasures that arts and culture offered are gaining ground in nearby Reno.

If there's a flaw to be found in this all-season paradise, it may be the difficulty in deciding which time of year offers the most compelling reason to visit. Of course, those with their own Lake Tahoe luxury home don't have to decide at all. From charming lakefront bungalows to exquisite custom estates with every imaginable amenity, Lake Tahoe offers a variety of options to find your personal nirvana on the water or amid the towering pines.