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Lake Tahoe combines the bustling tourist destination scene with the chill mountain escape atmosphere, and nothing covers the array of the area’s information quite like Lake Tahoe This Week’s News and Blogs. Our blog is like that local friend who’s your source of Lake Tahoe information, who knows all the ins and outs of the area and will steer you toward the fun. Residents and visitors alike can use this Lake Tahoe information to stay up to date on the hottest of the happenings, whether it’s spring, summer, fall or winter! Want a review of recent festivals? Which Lake Tahoe activities are the locals most anticipating? How’d competitors do in the most recent athletic events? Where you can have a wild night? What about a low-key one? We keep you informed and answer all your questions with the Lake Tahoe This Week Blog.

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Skier catching air in the Eagle Bowl at Diamond Peak. Photo by Ryland West. Courtesy of Diamond Peak Ski Resort.

Diamond Peak: North Lake Tahoe’s Hidden Gem

By Kirsten Alexis | Saturday, November 9, 2024
Escape the chaos and crowds at Diamond Peak Ski Resort, Incline Village's community-owned resort with affordable tickets, well-groomed runs for all ages and abilities, and some of the best views of Lake Tahoe in the region. In an industry dominated by profits, Diamond Peak takes pride in putting their community above... Read More
Cross-country skiing is a world-renowned winter workout. Credit: Tahoe Donner XC Center.

A World-Renowned Winter Workout: 5 Benefits of Cross-Country Skiing in Tahoe

By Kirsten Alexis | Monday, November 4, 2024
Recent snowfall in the Tahoe-Truckee region signifies the incoming winter season, and we’re just weeks away from the projected opening dates of local ski resorts and Nordic centers. While Tahoe is well known for its downhill skiing and snowboarding resorts, there’s also another sport that is often overlooked: cross-... Read More
Tahoe will soon transform into a winter wonderland, and it's important to be prepared. Photo by Kirsten Alexis.

5 Ways to Prepare for the Upcoming Winter Season in Tahoe

By Kirsten Alexis | Sunday, October 27, 2024
Temperatures are dropping, days are getting shorter, and the once vibrant autumn leaves are now covering the trails. With the end of Daylight Savings rapidly approaching (November 3), we are reminded that winter is almost here. It’s about time to start making preparations to ensure a fun, safe and seamless season.... Read More
Swimming in cold water can be beneficial to your well-being. Photo by Christian Francisco.

Taking the Tahoe Plunge: 5 Surprising Benefits Beyond the Freeze

By Kirsten Alexis | Monday, October 21, 2024
Cold plunges are all the rage in the wellness industry these days. From at-home ice baths to swimming sessions in frigid alpine lakes, people have been taking the plunge to take advantage of the multitude of benefits. But does it live up to the hype? Research says it does! And I can tell you from my own personal... Read More
The Smaine Fund aims to keep Kyle Smaine's legacy alive by fundraising and giving opportunities to young athletes.

The Stio 5 Point Film Festival at AleWorX Raises $13,000 for The Smaine Fund!

By Kirsten Alexis | Monday, October 14, 2024
On September 28, the Stio 5 Point Film Festival, hosted by AleWorX, raised an impressive $13,000 to benefit The Smaine Fund.  The 5 Point Film Festival is dedicated to promoting adventure and overcoming adversity through film, storytelling and fundraising for local nonprofits. The film festival also aims to foster... Read More