What to do in Placer County, CA

Activities, attractions and tours

A river winding through a densely forested valley with a clear sky above.
A person sitting on rocks by a calm lake with forested hills in the background.
Three people sitting on a blanket overlooking a river valley with mountains in the background.
A wooden pier extending into calm water with mountains in the background.
A large lake surrounded by dense forests and mountains in the background.

Activities

Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise

Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise

AU$152
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise
Lake Tahoe: Scenic Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks

Lake Tahoe: Scenic Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks

AU$181
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Lake Tahoe: Scenic Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks
Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise

Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise

AU$231
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise
2 Hour Sailing Cruise on Lake Tahoe

2 Hour Sailing Cruise on Lake Tahoe

AU$216
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
2 Hour Sailing Cruise on Lake Tahoe
Clear Kayak Tour of Sand Harbor's Crystal Clear Waters

Clear Kayak Tour of Sand Harbor's Crystal Clear Waters

AU$217
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clear Kayak Tour of Sand Harbor's Crystal Clear Waters
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Tahoe

All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Tahoe

AU$42
per adult
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Tahoe
Lake Tahoe: Sunset Dinner Cruise

Lake Tahoe: Sunset Dinner Cruise

AU$230
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lake Tahoe: Sunset Dinner Cruise
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City

Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City

AU$22
per traveller
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City
Mini Golf 9 Hole Course in Lake Tahoe

Mini Golf 9 Hole Course in Lake Tahoe

AU$26
per adult
Mini Golf 9 Hole Course in Lake Tahoe
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Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise

Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 654 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$151 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour

Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour

Activity duration is 15 hours
2.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$24 per traveller*
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Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour

Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour

Activity duration is 15 hours
2.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$24 per traveller*
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Classes & workshops

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Lake Tahoe: Emerald Bay Signature Cruise

Lake Tahoe: Emerald Bay Signature Cruise

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$188 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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South Lake Tahoe: Guided Hidden Trails Hiking Adventure

South Lake Tahoe: Guided Hidden Trails Hiking Adventure

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$163 per adult
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What to do in Placer County

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A snow-covered mountain landscape with pine trees and a clear blue sky.

Palisades Tahoe

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Two expansive ski resorts in North Lake Tahoe have joined to provide some of the finest snow experiences on the whole continent, with an added dash of celebrity sparkle.
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Day trip destinations from Placer County

The Reno sign with neon lights and the text "The Biggest Little City in the World".

Reno

A beach with people sunbathing and swimming, a clear blue sky, and mountains in the distance.

Kings Beach

An aerial view of a forested island surrounded by deep blue water.

Crystal Bay

A street lined with brick buildings, parked cars, and a clear blue sky.

Nevada City

A winding mountain road surrounded by rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.

Soda Springs

A clear lake surrounded by large boulders and trees.

Incline Village

A dense forest with tall trees and a clear view of a large lake with mountains in the background.

Tahoe City

A large white neoclassical building with a dome and columns, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Sacramento