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Wizard Island Shuttle
Wizard Island is a 763-foot cinder cone created when Crater Lake first filled with water after the volcano collapsed. During the summer, the Wizard Island shuttle gives you plenty of time to hike to the summit and take in the panoramic view, fish, swim, and explore this unique part of Crater Lake National Park. While on Wizard Island, be sure...
Wizard Island Tours
Wizard Island is a 763-foot cinder cone created when Crater Lake first filled with water after the volcano collapsed. During the summer, Wizard Island boat tours combine a tour of the lake’s perimeter with three hours to spend on the island – plenty of time to hike to the summit and take in the panoramic view, fish, swim, and explore...
Crater Lake Cruise
On this two-hour cruise, you’ll circle the perimeter of the lake, taking in up-close views of Wizard Island, Phantom Ship, and other natural formations. The boat tour offers spectacular views of the natural beauty of the lake and the sheer cliffs that were formed thousands of years ago when the volcano collapsed and Crater Lake was born. A ranger on...
Trails in Bushkill Falls
The beautiful woods and waterfalls that located in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains are some of the most enchanting and jaw-dropping natural monuments in all of America—a must-experience for any nature lover. Walking along the natural trails and man-made wooden walkways that wind through the dense forest and within misting distance to the gargantuan waterfalls is an experience you’ll not soon forget....
Mining for Gemstones at Bushkill Falls
It’s like minecraft, except the rare earth minerals and gemstones are real, not just digital representations hopes and dreams in a cube-shaped world. This family-friendly activity is great for all ages, and gives people a taste of the ‘rush’ of the Gold Rush. At Bushkill Falls everyone will have fun pretending to be a miner for a day, learning the...
Paddle Boat at Bushkill Falls
If you, like me, often think (author enters reverie) “If only we could combine the sweet exercise of bicycle riding with the calm, serene activity of floating on a lake…” Alas! We are in luck! For there are the paddle boats in Bushkill Falls. Enjoy the sweet lapping sounds of paddles on smooth, clear water with Bushkill Falls paddle boat...
Fishing in Bushkill Falls
When you’ve fully explored the trails, felt the calm mist of the waterfalls on your face, and climbed the seemingly hundreds of stairs that it takes to get to the tops of the waterfalls, you’ll be well-ready for a little leisure. And for that, there’s fishing. Near the entrance to Bushkill Falls are the “Twin Lakes”, two small lakes where...
Explore the Zephyr Cove Marina
From the human powered: kayaks, pedal boats, and stand-up paddleboards to the fuel powered: jet skis, ski boats and pontoon boats for max-relax fun, Zephyr Cove Marina has it all. Also available for rental are water skis, tubes, wakeboards, kneeboards, wetsuits, and wake-surfboards, to add a little spice to your day out on the lake. Renting a boat and gliding...
Snowmobiling at Zephyr Cove
Scenic Lakeview Tour Take a day off the slopes with a scenery-focused Lakeview Tour that departs directly from Zephyr Cove Resort and offers a 2-hour excursion into the Tahoe Backcountry and all its beauty. This tour is offered daily in the morning, at noon, in the afternoon, and even during full moons, which are perfect for a twilight ride. The...
Camping
Few places on earth can match South Lake Tahoe’s spectacular natural beauty, making it a favorite choice for people who love to travel and explore the great outdoors through RV cruising and camping. Zephyr Cove Resort’s award-winning RV Park & Campground offers you the comforts of an outstanding facility — including bathrooms, showers, laundry, picnic tables, fire rings, bear-proof food...
Beach Activities at Zephyr Cove
Zephyr Cove Resort’s mile-long sandy beach offers nonstop opportunities for fun in the sun. Beach volleyball courts, the popular Sunset Bar & Grille (with beach cocktail service, nice!), as well as beach chair and umbrella rentals are available. The beautiful beach and the wonderfully clear waters make this place a perfect place to enjoy summertime. Zephyr Cove has great Beach...
Horseback Riding in Zephyr Cove
The magic of horseback riding has long captured the imaginations of those who seek freedom, excitement, and exploration. Zephyr Cove Resort provides an unforgettable opportunity to reconnect with that sense of adventure with guided horseback trail rides in South Lake Tahoe. Experienced, professional, and informative guides will take you through the forested scenic trails near Zephyr Cove. Perfect for families...
Parasailing
If parasailing isn’t on your Tahoe bucket list, it should be. The exhilaration of experiencing jaw dropping panoramic views with clear blue skies on the horizon and deep blue Tahoe water below, as you literally fly through the air 500 feet high, is something you will never forget. Zephyr Cove’s experienced and licensed captains and crew will safely float you...
Culinary Events at Yosemite
Sometimes our National Parks and protected lands mean a wholehearted embracing of the rough and tumble of the outdoors; camping, tiny stoves, eating canned beans, bugs. But sometimes we want a little more—and when that happens, Yosemite is there for you. If you happen to be lucky enough to be in Yosemite near the holiday season, you can join in...
Paddlewheel Boat Tours aboard the M.S....
Daytime Sightseeing Cruise The Daytime Sightseeing Cruise is a 2.5 hr scenic daytime tour that has been voted “Best Cruise in Nevada” by Nevada Magazine. Great photo opportunities, views, sunshine, and fresh Lake Tahoe air are all on the docket. On your cruise you’ll have the chance to learn about Lake Tahoe’s geological history, how it was formed and some...
Play Tennis at Yosemite National Park
If you’re looking to practice your backswing, your serves, your lobs and short game, the only place to do it in the National Parks is at Wawona Hotel in Yosemite. What could be better than our favorite sport in perhaps the most beautiful place in the world? Free for guests at Wawona Hotel, the tennis courts are open to all...
Swimming at Yosemite
Summertime at Yosemite is filled with hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, and, yes, dips into the beautiful lakes and rivers that are scattered around its landscape. If you’re looking for a great dip, the Merced River, which also boasts great river floating, is a perfect and calm place for a summertime swim. Its sandy beaches are perfect for a relaxing...
Snowshoeing in Yosemite
Snowshoeing is a great winter activity for any avid explorer. Over the past few years this ancient pastime has become more accessible and easier than ever, with lighter and lighter snowshoes that fit snug and easily over normal boots, allowing individuals a simpler entry point into this winter activity. In Yosemite’s winters, snowshoeing is one of the best ways to...
Improve Your Rock Climbing Skills in...
No matter whether you’re a seasoned climber or a complete novice, the Yosemite Mountaineering School & Guide Service has a place for you. Since its foundation in the late 1960’s, they have taken tens of thousands of eager climbers to the cliffs and remain to this day the only authorized school to lead and teach climbing at Yosemite. The school...