Lake Tahoe Basin Management Area, California

Lake Tahoe Basin is the southern shore of Lake Tahoe, encompassing several gorgeous wilderness areas like the famous Desolation Wilderness, many small alpine lakes, dreamy forests, and wildflower meadows. You can do everything and anything here: jet ski, fish for trout, kayak down the Truckee River, explore the beautiful untouched backcountry, ride one of the best OHV trails in the country, engage in all sorts of snow sports in this winter wonderland, and so much more! The hotspots in Tahoe can become very crowded, so make sure you take the opportunity to explore this national forest instead!