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Lake Tahoe is America's largest alpine lake and the third deepest lake in the nation. It has 72 miles of shoreline and it is surrounded by a 13,400-acre park. In its depths, there are forests of petrified trees, and magical underwater cliffs and canyons. In addition to guided fishing trips and paddleboat tours, revelers can enjoy the beauty of the lake by way of swimming, water-skiing, hiking, bird watching, or lounging in the sun on its wide stretches of sandy beach.
For fishing enthusiasts, Lake Tahoe boasts Kokanee Salmon, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout, and Mackinaw; otherwise known as Lake Trout. Mackinaw is especially plentiful, and can weigh between two and thirty pounds apiece!
The Lake Tahoe area nestled among the Sierra Mountains and spanning the border between California and Nevada, offers a wide variety of activities during any season. For couples who love to ski, the Heavenly Valley ski area located at Lake Tahoe is the largest in the U.S. and boasts both a beautiful view of the lake. The ski are includes an intricate network of lifts, trails, terrain, and a state-of-the-art snowmaking system. Snowboarders can enjoy the Super Pipe and other amenities designed especially for them.
In the winter, honeymooners can also enjoy an old-fashioned sleigh ride, complete with a guided tour of local landmarks and a breathtaking view of the lake. Many of the sleighs used for this purpose are genuine European antiques, and provide a wonderful photo opportunity for Christmas or Thank You cards.
In the spring and summer, river rats can enjoy the Truckee River. It promises an action-packed ride through the High Sierra desert with guided whitewater tours taking rafters of all skill levels through a 7-mile run with class 2 and 3 rapids, with slightly more rambunctious water toward the end of the ride. Passengers, who choose to, may get out and hike to avoid the last portion of the river.
For honeymooners seeking an exciting nightlife, Lake Tahoe offers a diverse selection of entertainment and dining choices. Besides enjoying Tahoe's casinos which include: Caesar's, Horizon, Harvey's and Harrah's, there is the Tahoe Keys Marina, a Hard Rock Caf?, and a wide variety of sports bars, blues clubs, and dinner houses.
A Lake Tahoe honeymoon is a romantic, beautiful and adventure-filled way to celebrate your 'I do's'. Whether the two of you wish to share an outdoor adventure, an exciting night out, or a mountain sunset followed by a quiet evening snug in a cozy cabin, Lake Tahoe is a scenic honeymoon destination.