Lake Tahoe the popular Northern California destination is family friendly. It's a place where parents and kids can have tons of fun year round and especially during snow season.

          Lake Tahoe for Kids

• Dog sledding is a one of a kind experience as you mush your way around the Resort at Squaw Valley. Kids like the friendly dogs and the wild one hour ride is an experience to remember.
• Gondola & Cable Car Tour. Take the Gondola high above the mountains, traveling thousands of feet up. Heavenly Mountain Resort, Northstar Gondola, and the Squaw Valley Cable Car, all offer breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe and the whole family, especially the little ones will be awe-inspired.
• Sledding & Tobogganing. No need to keep your balance while on a sled or toboggan, a great alternative to skiing and the whole family can participate.
• Kidzone Museum. Full of year round activities, the Trukee location is fun as well as educational with arts and crafts and interactive displays and exhibits that never fail to spark the curiosity of kids – of all ages!
• Sleigh Rides. The whole family will enjoy a sleigh ride – age old transport pulled by a horse! The Camp Richardson Corral and the Borges Family Sleigh & Carriage Rides are available to take passengers around South Lake Tahoe. Bundle up & cover up in a blanket and listen to the sleigh bells as the driver and horse carry you through the snowy forests and pathways!.

For some of the bigger kids looking for a thrill, Lake Tahoe has always been known for an assortment of action sports such as skating, mountain biking, rock climbing, snowboarding, skiing, and BASE jumping. Along with some of the most exciting extreme sports footage filmed in the last ten years. Even if not participating in these activities, just watching will be sure to give the whole family a thrill.

If your winter plans include a trip to Lake Tahoe your ski and snow vacation should be memorable, no matter what you do or which Lake Tahoe vacation rental. If kids are part of your group, they too will enjoy these many activities, even if they never get on a pair of skis.