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The 2021 Caldor Fire raced toward the South Lake Tahoe neighborhood of Christmas Valley, tucked in a secluded vale. Residents were told to evacuate. Wind-borne embers landed like small bombs.

Creek Beach is a small and secluded beach near the mouth of Secret Creek as it drains into Lake Tahoe. The beach, as well as nearby Secret Harbor, Secret Cove and Whale Beach, has been known as ...

The clarity of Lake Tahoe — an indicator of its overall health that measures how deep the naked eye can see — has declined by more than a third since 1968.Despite intensive efforts and ...

Why Lake Tahoe is the perfect celeb-approved stop for your next girls’ trip. Here’s why stars flock here—and why you should too! ... Swim in the crystal-clear lake, rent paddleboards, or just soak up ...

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If you’re not into full-on beach camping but still want to kick back at this secluded hideaway, you can rent a rustic cabin. Here are more of the cutest cabins for a secluded weekend getaway ...