Located along Lake Tahoe’s northern shore in Nevada, Incline Village offers a unique combination of year-round activities and peaceful seclusion. Lake Tahoe’s beautiful beaches, with their white sand and turquoise water, allow for plenty of swimming, paddleboarding, and boating opportunities. The surrounding snow-capped mountain peaks provide the sloped terrain for skiing, mountain biking, and hiking, as well as the backdrop for other activities such as tennis, golf, disc golf, and swimming.

In the village itself, you’ll find spas, breweries, and shops, as well as waterfront eateries that allow you to dine in close proximity to one of the deepest, and most scenic, lakes in the world.

When booking an Incline Village vacation rental, when to go often depends on what seasonal activities you’re looking to explore. The summer months see the sandy beaches of Lake Tahoe lined with umbrellas and people enjoying the warm sun and clear skies. The pleasant weather makes for the perfect time to enjoy biking, golfing, hiking, or horseback riding. Summer visitors can also experience the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival around July or August, which involves plays, musicals, and art displays.

As summer fades and temperatures start to drop, visitors swap their beachwear for ski attire. When snow covers the area, you can take advantage of the snow-covered hills and slopes with cross-country or downhill skiing. Snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and ice skating are also popular winter activities in Incline Village.

Sand Harbor

Located approximately 10 minutes south of Incline Village, Sand Harbor is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Lake Tahoe. The white sand and turquoise water provide a perfect place to swim, kayak, boat, or fish. The surrounding rocks and boulders, paired with the mature cedars and pines along the shore, only add to the magnificent views of Lake Tahoe. The beach also houses a small museum, bathrooms, showers, BBQs, and picnic tables.

The Tahoe Institute for Natural Science

The Tahoe Institute for Natural Science focuses on nature education, with guided outings and tours, presentations, festivals, and numerous other events throughout the year, allowing you to learn more about the landscape surrounding Lake Tahoe throughout the different seasons.

Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park

Covering more than 12,000 acres, this park provides 50 miles of hiking, equestrian, and biking trails. The park also provides beautiful beaches, as well as boating, fishing, skiing, and snowshoeing opportunities, while the mature aspen trees provide shade and give you a break from the sun.