Lake Tahoe, the largest alpine lake in America, is a crowning jewel in the Sierra Nevada. Its clear, cobalt-blue waters and beaches are so inviting you'd never want to leave. These are just some ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Emerald Bay can become very crowded during the day, especially during the summer months. Visitors are frequently ticketed for parking in areas marked "no parking at any time.

According to skiers, this small resort on Lake Tahoe's west shore (about 7 miles south of Tahoe City, California) doesn't have the crowds of nearby titans like Palisades Tahoe and Heavenly Resort.

Reno and Lake Tahoe are welcoming a number of major developments that will boost its desirability to meetings and events.