It's also a relatively mild option for anyone getting used to the higher altitude of Tahoe. – Katie Joll Named for 19th-century lumber titan Duane Leroy Bliss, this stunning 744-acre park is ...

This area includes Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, Mammoth Lakes and more. Kayaking in the Sierras is very different from paddling in the Adirondacks or kayaking in South Florida. It’s full ...

Lake Tahoe is a special place. It has all the spectacular beauty and popularity of a National Park, but without the environmental protections of places like Yosemite or Yellowstone. Lake Tahoe is ...

So, if you're looking for a "mini Lake Tahoe" without the crowds or hefty price tags, a trip to Shaver Lake, just an hour's drive northeast of Fresno, is worth it. Redwood National Park is famed ...