Tahoe
All of the stories from the North Lake and South Lake Tahoe areas
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Jan- 2022 -18 January
Study examines Caldor Fire’s impact on Lake Tahoe
Even as flames from the Caldor Fire threatened Tahoe, scientific research efforts were already underway to learn how the historic…
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13 January
See What it Looks Like to Get Rescued Under an Avalanche by a Tahoe Ski Patrol Dog
We all know that dogs are a man’s best friend. Well now dog’s can be a skier’s best friend. And…
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11 January
Dog Lost in Caldor Fire Found 4 Months Later in the Snowy Sierra
Photo: Tahoe PAWS a Community Animal Response Team When the Caldor Fire moved through the mountains west of South Lake…
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9 January
Body of Lost Skier Found 3 Miles from Northstar
After disappearing during the heavy Tahoe snowstorm on Christmas Day, the body of Rory Angelotta was finally found 3 miles…
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3 January
Officials Suspend Search for Lost Skier at Northstar
Following a nearly weeklong search for Rory Angelotta, who is believed to have gotten lost skiing at Northstar on Christmas…
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Dec- 2021 -30 December
This Timelapse of Tahoe in December is INSANE to Watch
It’s been one heck of a snowy month in Tahoe – the snowiest December ever seen in the region. With…
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28 December
Interstate 80 Reopens Over Donner Pass for Eastbound Passenger Vehicles
Following a near 72-hour closure of Interstate 80 over Donner Summit due to the historic “DEEPcember” snowstorm, the popular roadway…
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28 December
Highway 50 Opens Over the Sierra Creating an Absolute Traffic Nightmare
Travel over the Sierra has been nearly impossible this week as 10 feet of snow fell on the passes above…
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28 December
Skiers Beware: Tree Wells are the Most Dangerous Obstacles at NorCal Ski Resorts
Heavenly Mountain Resort If you’ve ever seen any semblance of an avalanche in person, you know why it gets much…
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27 December
Tahoe Officials Continue Search for Skier Lost at Northstar
The massive Sierra storm that blanketed the Tahoe region have many locals jumping for joy, but with this much snow…
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27 December
Highway 89 Closed Near Truckee Due to Avalanche
Photo: Palisades Tahoe The road closures throughout the Sierra have put Holiday travelers in a standstill with more than a…
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27 December
It’s Official: The December Record for Snowfall in Tahoe Has Been Shattered
The Tahoe region has now surpassed its snowiest December ever with snowfall totals measuring in at 193.7 inches for the…
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26 December
Palisades Tahoe Experiencing 100+ MPH Winds with Whiteout Conditions
Sunday morning saw a lot of Tahoe ski resorts closing amidst howling winds and whiteout conditions. Even with up to…
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26 December
Interstate 80 Remains Closed for 70 Miles Near Lake Tahoe
Photo: CHP Truckee With the massive storm continuing to dump snow on the Tahoe region, travel has become very difficult…
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26 December
Tahoe Ski Resorts Close Due to Extreme Snowfall. Here’s What’s Open.
The larges series of storms forecast for Tahoe this week has delivered with heavy snowfall and rain throughout the region.…
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24 December
Tahoe Region Could Break the Record for Snowiest December Ever
Photo by Ravi Pinisetti Following a year of abysmal snowfall in the Sierra, Lake Tahoe reached its natural brim this summer,…
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24 December
South Lake Tahoe PD: Stay Home. Now is Not the Time to Decide to Go Ski.
A large series of storms has arrived in the Tahoe Basin, creating traffic issues with chain controls and full road…
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21 December
Palisades Tahoe Announces Jam-Packed Holiday Celebration
Photo: Palisades Tahoe Holiday decorations and a fresh blanket of snow have made The Village at Palisades Tahoe a winter…
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14 December
CHP: Snow Storm is ‘Creating Havoc’ on Major Tahoe Roadways
The massive snow storm peaked overnight in the Sierra, bringing multiple feet of snow to the Tahoe basin and creating…
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13 December
‘Very Dangerous Avalanche Conditions’ Reported in the Sierra
With multiple feet of new snow falling on the Sierra over the past two days, the Sierra Avalanche Center has…
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7 December
Brand-New Documentary Tells the Story of the Deadly 1982 Alpine Meadows Avalanche
On March 31, 1982, a large avalanche hit Alpine Meadows, burying the main lodge and parking lot in 20 feet…
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Nov- 2021 -30 November
For the 2nd Year in a Row, Skiing Legend Finds Bear Living Under His Tahoe Hot Tub
As the temperatures continue to drop around the Tahoe Basin, bears are in search for extra calories and warm places…
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27 November
10 Magical Outdoor Winter Ice Skating Rinks in Northern California
It’s winter in Northern California which means we get to see our beautiful mountains covered in snow and ice skate…
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23 November
Bears Seeking Food For Winter: Keep Tahoe Bears Wild!
A Lake Tahoe Basin black bear forages for natural food in the forest. Photo courtesy of the USDA Forest Service. Fall…
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13 November
Storms Provide Lifeline for Struggling Kokanee Salmon on Lake Tahoe
The drought had an enormous impact on wildlife throughout Northern California this year, with depleting water resources and raging wildfires…
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Oct- 2021 -26 October
Palisades Tahoe Opening Nearly a Month Early Following Historic October Snowfall
Photo: Palisades Tahoe Following a massive early-season storm that delivered 10.5 inches of precipitation in just 24 hours—and dropped three…
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25 October
OctoBURIED! See the Best Photos from the Rare Fall Storm in Tahoe
Tahoe is officially OctoBURIED! The rare October storm brought multiple feet of snow to Tahoe, turning the mountains into a…
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25 October
Popular Highways into Tahoe Closed in Both Directions Due to Blizzard Conditions
The rare October storm that is causing flooding and breaking multiple rain records throughout Northern California has also brought snow…
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22 October
Incoming Storms Could Bring Nearly 6 Feet of Snow to the Tahoe Mountains
Photo: CalTrans For the past 8 months, we have been dealing with one of the worst droughts over the past…
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21 October
Caldor Fire Reaches 100 Percent Containment
After burning for over 60 days, the Caldor Fire has reached 100 percent containment. Communities in the Plymouth and South…
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19 October
WATCH: Lake Tahoe’s Kokanee Salmon Suffering Heavy Losses Due to Low Water Levels
One of the most delightful fall activities in the Tahoe region is watching the Kokanee salmon return to Taylor Creek…
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18 October
All the Opening Dates for Ski Resorts in Northern California for the 2021-22 Season
Photo by Aaron Feen Winter has officially arrived in the mountains of Northern California, and ski resorts are prepping by…
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18 October
VIDEO: Bear Demolishes Front Door to Break into Tahoe Cabin
If you’ve ever questioned the strength of a bear, this video will give you a glimpse into their incredible power.…
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17 October
Famed ‘Kings Beach Bear’ Shot And Killed In Campground Confrontation
In wildlife work, happy endings, feel-good stories and grand conclusions can be elusive. The story of the bear that went…
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17 October
“Big Challenges Ahead”: Sierra-at-Tahoe Opening for the Winter Season Remains in Question
Photo: Sierra-at-Tahoe After the Caldor Fire moved through Sierra-at-Tahoe, the ski resort’s management was elated that firefighters were able to…
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17 October
Lake Tahoe Has Officially Dropped Below its Natural Rim
This is what Lake Tahoe looks like full. See the IG post below to see what it looks like now.…
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8 October
First Snow of the Season Brings Glorious White Mountaintops to Tahoe
Webcam at Palisades Tahoe After a long and grueling drought throughout Northern California, Mother Nature finally brought us a glimpse…
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6 October
Taylor Creek’s Annual Kokanee Salmon Run Halted by Drought
Photo: Jonathan Cook-Fisher One of the most delightful fall activities in the Tahoe region is watching the Kokanee salmon return…
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2 October
Sierra-at-Tahoe: There is More Damage to the Resort Than Was Initially Thought
After the Caldor Fire moved through Sierra-at-Tahoe near Tahoe, the ski resort’s management was elated that firefighters were able to…
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Sep- 2021 -30 September
Bear Finds Lost GoPro in the Sierra Backcountry and Hilariously Records Himself Playing with It
The bears of Tahoe have learned how to brilliantly get their hands on human food, and it typically comes with…
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24 September
5 Truckee Breweries Team with Achieve Tahoe to Raise Money for Adaptive Recreation Programs
From October 1st through 31st, Achieve Tahoe will host their 32nd Annual Foam Fest Fundraiser in partnership with five Truckee breweries:…
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21 September
Sierra-at-Tahoe Fire Assessment Finds Chair Lift Damage
On the night of August 29, the Caldor Fire picked up steam in the Sierra Nevada and moved into beloved…
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21 September
Highway 50 to Reopen Over the Sierra Following Month-Long Caldor Fire Closure
Following a month of closures on Highway 50 between Sacramento and Tahoe, the popular stretch of roadway is set to…
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19 September
Temporary Access Granted to Homeowners in the Caldor Fire Burn Zone Along Highway 50
Press Release from the U.S. Forest Service: Residents and property owners can access their properties inside the closed area between…
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15 September
South Lake Tahoe Welcomes Residents Home and Eager to Host Visitors
With more than 22,000 residents returning home, businesses opening their doors to employees and customers, and schools in session starting…
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14 September
Sierra-at-Tahoe Details Damage Done by Caldor Fire
On the night of August 29, the Caldor Fire picked up steam in the Sierra Nevada and moved into beloved…
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13 September
Palisades Prognostications: Why Squaw Valley Got it Right with its New Name and Logo
We’ve deliberated for more than a decade about whether Squaw Valley should change its name. Today, the right decision was…
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13 September
Squaw Valley Announces Brand-New Name
After much conversation and deliberation, Squaw Valley has announced its new name will be… Palisades Tahoe! That’s right, one of…
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9 September
Returning South Lake Tahoe Evacuees Urged to Help Keep Bears Wild
Residents and visitors returning to the South Lake and West Shore areas of Lake Tahoe should be aware that bears…
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3 September
Looters Are Being Found All Over the Evacuation Zone in South Lake Tahoe
The towns of South Lake Tahoe and Meyers remain completely evacuated do to the nearby Caldor Fire. With 10,000 homes…
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1 September
All State Parks in the Tahoe Basin Are Closed Due to the Caldor Fire
Emerald Bay through a haze of smoke With the Caldor Fire sending 37,000 Tahoe residents into evacuations and dangerous smoke…
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1 September
Here’s Everything Fire Crews Have Done to Protect South Lake Tahoe Homes from the Caldor Fire
When the Caldor Fire descended down Echo Summit into the Tahoe Basin Monday night, it seemed like a certainty that…
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Aug- 2021 -31 August
Mandatory Evacuations Extend to Nevada’s Kingsbury Grade, Zephyr Cove Due to Caldor Fire
Photo by CHP South Lake Tahoe Mandatory evacuations for the Caldor Fire have now been extended into the Nevada side…
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31 August
Caldor Fire Approaches Kirkwood Mountain Resort
Webcam image of Kirkwood on 8/31 Strong winds are pushing the Caldor Fire near South Lake Tahoe into different neighborhoods…
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31 August
Firefighters Hold Caldor Fire Away From Meyers Homes Overnight with Strong Winds Forecast Today
The firefighters have appeared to successfully hold the Caldor Fire south of homes in Meyers on Monday night and Tuesday…
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30 August
Caldor Fire Video Shows Extreme Wind, Firefighters Surrounded by Flying Embers
*Note: this video was taken the night of Sunday, August 29th. It does not reflect the current situation of the…
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30 August
Caldor Fire Makes Push into Meyers, Evacuation Warnings Expanded Past Nevada’s Casino Row
Current heatmap as of 9:30 pm Monday The Caldor Fire continues its terrifying move towards South Lake Tahoe Monday night,…
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30 August
Behind the Fire Line: Take a Drive Through Echo Summit Following Caldor Fire Damage
The Caldor Fire continues to move at a rapid pace through the Sierra and towards South Lake Tahoe. With much…
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30 August
Full Evacuation Order Creates Traffic Nightmare in South Lake Tahoe
A mandatory evacuation order was announced for South Lake Tahoe Monday morning, sending hoards of cars trying to escape the…
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30 August
Mandatory Evacuations Expand Into South Lake Tahoe and West Shore
The increased activity on the Caldor Fire over Echo Summit has forced officials to expand mandatory evacuations into South Lake…
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30 August
‘Looking Down a Gun Barrel.’ South Lake Tahoe Residents Should Evacuate Sooner Rather Than Later
The next two days will provide crucial for fire officials to save lives and structures in the Tahoe Basin threatened…
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30 August
Early Reports Show Caldor Fire Damage at Sierra-at-Tahoe
The Caldor Fire burned through the summit above South Lake Tahoe on Sunday night, including the beloved Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort.…
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30 August
South Lake Tahoe Police Conduct Door-to-Door Evacuations as Caldor Fire Approaches
The Caldor Fire made a strong run towards South Lake Tahoe overnight as evacuations expanded throughout the region, calling for…
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30 August
Behind-the-Scenes Video Footage Shows Cabins Up in Flames in Twin Bridges
The Caldor Fire intensified over the Sierra this weekend, moving quickly towards Echo Summit and forcing heavy evacuations all the…
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29 August
Evacuation Warning Issued For South Lake Tahoe All the Way to Stateline
Map of evacuation in Tahoe. Red is mandatory and yellow is a warning Expanded evacuations have hit the Tahoe Basin,…
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29 August
Webcam Footage Shows the Caldor Fire Burning Through Sierra-at-Tahoe
The Caldor Fire continues its destructive path through the Sierra, quickly moving east towards South Lake Tahoe. The fire has…
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29 August
Evacuation Orders Expanded as Strong Winds Push Caldor Fire Towards Lake Tahoe
Evacuations were expanded in the Tahoe region on Sunday night with the Caldor Fire continuing its dangerous march towards more…
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29 August
‘We Are Prepared to Fight.’ Caldor Fire Continues to Creep Towards Sierra-at-Tahoe
With the Caldor Fire creeping towards Sierra-at-Tahoe, firefighters have positioned their equipment to defend the popular ski resort just west…
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28 August
Tahoe Officials Ask Public to Postpone Visits Due to Caldor Fire Danger and Smoke
Tourism officials in South Lake Tahoe have asked potential visitors to the area to postpone their trips due to heavy…
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26 August
The Flames of the Caldor Fire Can Now Be Seen from the Sierra-at-Tahoe Webcam
As the Caldor Fire continues its frightening path towards Lake Tahoe, hundreds of homes have burned and thousands of residents…
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26 August
Video Shows Firefighters Riding Up Kirkwood Chairlift to Fight the Caldor Fire
Residents of the Lake Tahoe Basin are on edge as the Caldor Fire continues its dangerous approach to some of…
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23 August
Caldor Fire Nears Beloved Tahoe Ski Resorts
The Caldor Fire continues to grow in the Eldorado National Forest between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe, destroying 400 homes and…
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19 August
Woman Attacked by Bear While Camping at Lake Tahoe
Photo by Patrick A 25-year-old woman was camping on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe over the weekend when she was…
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16 August
Are There Frozen Bodies at the Bottom of Lake Tahoe?
Sitting at 6,225 feet elevation as the largest alpine lake in North America, there is plenty to be fascinated with…
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5 August
Popular Lake Tahoe Destination Closed Due to Bubonic Plague
Photo by Meritt Thomas For the second year in a row, the Taylor Creek Visitor Center and Kiva Beach in South…
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3 August
‘Tamarack’ the Burned Bear Cub Escapes Wildlife Facility, On the Loose in South Lake Tahoe
It was a touching story when wildlife officials rescued a 6-mont-old bear cub that was badly burned in the Tamarack…
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Jul- 2021 -29 July
Shocking Video Shows Plane Crashing Into Tahoe Neighborhood
A tragic plane crash happened in the Truckee, California on Monday, with all six people aboard the Bombardier CL 600…
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26 July
Treatment Underway for Bear Cub Burned in the Tamarack Fire
When devastating wildfires hit the Northern California wilderness, we immediately think of all the humans who could lose their homes…
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19 July
S**** Valley Alpine Meadows to Host Washoe Cultural Tours
SVAM is excited to announce a new on-mountain summer experience: the Washoe Cultural Tour, beginning Monday, July 12. Not only is…
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12 July
Bear Beach? Sightings on the Rise at Crowded Lake Tahoe Destination
Pope Beach is a popular place for locals and tourists to take in the summer sun in South Lake Tahoe.…
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6 July
9 Can’t-Miss Summer Adventures in Lake Tahoe
Photo by Clayton Cardinalli It’s summertime in Northern California, meaning the pristine outdoor destinations of the region are primed for an…
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2 July
OPINION: Bear Shooting in South Lake Tahoe Should Be an Opportunity for Education, Not Outrage
The recent incident in which a visitor to South Lake Tahoe returned to his vacation rental one evening and shot…
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1 July
Lake Tahoe Tourist Shoots Charging Bear in Vacation Rental
Photo by Marion hobbs A man visiting the Lake Tahoe area returned to his vacation rental after dining out to…
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Jun- 2021 -28 June
VIDEO: Momma Bear and Cubs Take a Dip at a Crowded Lake Tahoe Beach
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jen Watkins (@goldcountrycandles) A momma bear and her three cubs were…
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27 June
Celebrity Bear Known for its Tahoe Shenanigans Has Gone Missing
The “Kings Beach Bear’s” GPS tracking collar as biologists found it this spring on the forest floor. CDFW photo by Mark…
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21 June
VIDEO: Bear Hilariously Climbs into Driver Seat of Tahoe UPS Truck
Bear sightings in the communities surrounding Lake Tahoe have grown at an astonishing rate in the past few years. Flocking…
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16 June
Here Are All the Fun Activities You Can Do this Summer at Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows
Photo: Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows’ summer season kicks off Friday, June 18, when the resort reopens…
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1 June
A Complete Guide to More Than 40 Public Beaches on Lake Tahoe
Photo by Meritt Thomas With the start of the summer season, the Tahoe Fund and eight agencies that manage Lake Tahoe’s…
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May- 2021 -19 May
Meet Tahoe’s Youngest Pro Snowboarder – 5-Year-Old Leland the Falcon
Instagram/@lelandthefalcon When Chuck Vogt, founder of Tahoe Longboards, took 2-year-old Leland to the slopes with a tiny snowboard for the…
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18 May
Summer Concert Series Returns to South Lake Tahoe with Star-Studded Lineup
With Covid restrictions easing throughout the United States, Harrah’s and Harveys in South Lake Tahoe is bringing back their much…
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18 May
Scuba Divers Begin Largest Clean Up in Lake Tahoe’s History by Hauling Out 200-Pounds of Trash
Photo: Clean Up the Lake With growing tourism interest and outdoor recreation on the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tahoe, trash…
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12 May
‘Let’s Go Do Drugs!’ Viral TikTok Shows the Weird Confluence of Outdoor Adventurers and Party Animals in Tahoe
@pvblicenemy1 Oooof the end statement is a vibe 😂 ##fyp ##hike ##toxic ♬ original sound – JBae Lake Tahoe is…
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7 May
4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Near Truckee Marks the Tenth in Tahoe Over 2 Weeks
At approximately 9:35 pm on Thursday, a 4.7 magnitude earthquake shook the mountains of the Sierra Nevada just north of…
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3 May
Tahoe is Asking Visitors to Take a Pledge to Preserve its Outdoor Destinations
Photo by Jeremy Banks The rise in outdoor related tourism in Northern California has been staggering. With little opportunities for indoor…
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Apr- 2021 -25 April
5 Earthquakes in 21 Minutes Shake Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe visitors and locals awoke to a rumbling under Lake Tahoe this morning, with a series of 5 earthquakes…
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19 April
WATCH: Drunk Hotel Guest Nearly Bumps Into Bear in South Lake Tahoe
There you have it folks – this is what you get when you mix casinos and 24-hour bars with the…
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13 April
Squaw-Alpine to Begin Construction on New Gondola, Creating North America’s Third Largest Ski Resort
Alterra Mountain Company, owner of Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows in the Lake Tahoe region, announced it will begin construction…
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6 April
VIDEO: Bear Falls Through Thin Ice on Frozen Tahoe Pond
The Tahoe region is known for its many bear sightings. From bears breaking into homes, to bears breaking into cars…
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Mar- 2021 -22 March
Snowmobiler Killed After Falling Off Cliff in the Sierra
Photo by Joey Childs A snowmobiler was killed over the weekend after falling from a cliff in the Sierra. The victim…
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18 March
Tahoe Skier Escapes Avalanche by Launching Off 100-Foot Cliff
Cliff where the avalanche occurred A Tahoe skier found himself trapped between a 100-foot cliff and an avalanche. He opted…
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