Lake Tahoe is one of the premier ski/snowboard destinations in the U.S. But what about people who prefer their winter activities less ... vertical? Lake Tahoe has plenty to do off the slopes.

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.

Sitting about 40 miles south of Reno straddling the border of Nevada and California, Lake Tahoe is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful places in the country, boasting soaring mountains ...