Flat Water Paddling in Lake Tahoe, CA

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  1. Gold Lake in the Lakes Basin area makes for a scenic paddling spot.
    Gold Lake - Paddling

    Paddle this Sierra lake with lots of fun coves explore and sights to take in.

    Difficulty
    1 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    52.1 miles
    Duration
  2. Donner Lake - Paddling

    SUP, Kayak or Canoe the sparkling waters of Donner Lake, located in the heart of the Sierra and surrounded by pristine views.

    Difficulty
    2 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    19.9 miles
    Duration
    It's a 6 mile down and back paddle that will vary depending on wind and speed of paddler, as well as chosen craft. 4 hours may be an overestimate for faster paddlers and an under estimate for slower paddlers.
  3. Lake Tahoe Paddle
    Lake Tahoe Water Trail - Paddling

    A 72 mile tour of Lake Tahoe with 11 campsites -- there may be no better way to see the lake!

    Difficulty
    3 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    11.3 miles
    Duration
    More or less time depending on if you want to just paddle a segment or the entire circuit. There are 11 legal campsites on the shore of the Water Trail.
  4. Fallen Leaf Lake boasts panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada
    Fallen Leaf Lake - Paddling

    Paddle the sparkling blue waters of Fallen Leaf Lake and take in panoramic views of the Sierra mountains.

    Difficulty
    1 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    13.8 miles
    Duration
    Paddlers usually spend anywhere from one to five hours out on the water.
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