How to Cool Off and Sail On in Truckee-Tahoe

How to Cool Off and Sail On in Truckee-Tahoe

With summer in its full glory, our Elder Group Tahoe Real Estate team has found some cool ways to beat the heat – sailing, boating and paddling on our crystal-clear lakes. To help you enjoy the same, we have outlined the top sailing and boating tours and rentals at Lake Tahoe and Truckee below.

Whether you want to learn how to sail or have been at the helm of your boat for many years, each of the companies listed below is prepared to provide professional tours, rentals, or lessons with you. And, if owning a Lake property is on your horizon, there are beautiful vacation homes and lakefront estates for sale on Donner Lake, West Shore and North Lake Tahoe right now!

Have you checked out Elder Group’s Q2 Real Estate Market Report? See all the key neighborhoods – the market is at a rare balance between Buyer’s and Seller’s. There’s a substantial amount of inventory available and contract negotiations are back in play! Alison is an expert in the Truckee-Tahoe market; call our office anytime to set an appointment to tour property or discuss listing your property.

Now, set sail and enjoy your summer!

Tahoe Sailing Charters

As their website says it best, ‘any gathering with a group is better on a boat!’ And the team at Tahoe Sailing Charters should know that best. They have been in the business for many years, sharing their expertise and exceptional boats with locals and visitors alike.

Their trips depart from Tahoe City from May through October and offer morning, afternoon, and evening options. Depending on the tour (be it private or public), you may cruise along the shorelines of Tahoe City, West Shore, Emerald Bay, South Lake Tahoe, and Sand Harbor, passing by the historic Thunderbird Lodge.

Is there a special event in your future? A wedding or anniversary perhaps? The team at Tahoe Sailing Charters will work behind the scenes to make it extra special. Options include the Tahoe Dreamer (12-person capacity) or the Tahoe Cruz (32-person capacity).

For complete details, visit TahoeSail.com

Lake Tahoe Sail

For those who love to sail, or prefer to have a pro at the helm, Lake Tahoe Sail is ready to get you out on the Lake. You can charter their 33′ “Aero” monohull and sail with your family and friends into the sunset. Or, sit back and soak in the splendor of the Sierra with the company’s skippers in control. The “Aero” is a keelboat with a very heavy lead fin (the Keel), making the boat more stable at a slower pace – ideal for beginners – and more comfortable for a cruise on the lake!

Lake Tahoe Sail offers a three-hour sailing experience for a group of up to six. Sail times are 2:00 – 5:00 pm or 5:30 – 8:30 pm.

For complete details about renting a sailboat or enjoying a sailboat tour in Lake Tahoe, visit LakeSailTahoe.com..

Tahoe Adventure Company

Here’s the best of both worlds for being out on the cool water of Lake Tahoe all day long. The Tahoe Adventure Company offers a combination of kayaking in the morning and then sailing through the afternoon. The day starts with a cruise on your kayak with a guide who shares his insight about ecology, geology, and other interesting facts about history throughout the trip.

After you enjoy a delicious deli picnic on a beach, you will be off to Tahoe City to board the 50′ Tahoe Cruz sailboat (as noted above). During this cruise on the lake’s crystal-clear water, you can toast to the spectacular scenery while sipping on complimentary spirits.

See all the details at TahoeAdventureCompany.com

Sunnyside Boat Rentals

Whether you prefer to set sail or set out on an adventure to seek the treasures of Tahoe, Sunnyside Boat Rentals has an impressive fleet for rent. The pontoon boats are our favorite for family outings. Those who seek something more adventurous often select the Axis Surf Boat, which is the best for wake surfing, wakeboarding, and waterskiing.

To see their complete fleet of boats to rent in Lake Tahoe, contact MarinaSunnyside.com.

Paddle The Lakes!

There are as many pristine Lakes to paddle around the Sierra as there are places to rent a kayak, canoe or paddleboard. To self-propel your way into a cool and classic way to get out on a lake, we have listed some of the top spots to rent for the day or the week!

Donner Lake Watersports

North Tahoe Paddle

Tahoe City Kayak

Adrift Tahoe

Tahoe Paddle and Board

Enjoy your Lake-cation at Truckee-Tahoe!

No matter where or how you choose to get your feet wet in Truckee-Tahoe this summer, we hope you enjoy your “Lake-cation” throughout our mountain towns. As a family who has lived here for over 30 years, our Elder clan love to share our insight about where to go and what to do. Want more insight? Stop by our real estate office in Truckee or contact us today.