Tallac Historic Site

Fantastic hiking area along the beach in South lake Tahoe. Rich folks in the early 1900s built log cabins and other buildings you can still see today. Lots of volunteer support for this historical site, be sure to visit the working blacksmith, the artist hut, and the boathouse. You can park at several different lots and there is even a visitor's center and museum. There is also a gift shop that has a great section on the Washoe Indians, and some delicious popsicles for sale. Take a half a day and hike and explore the Tallac historical site and it's many interesting attractions.

Great place to see the Baldwin Estate, the Pope Estate and the Valhalla Estate, all built in early 1900's. Also a great place to enough the lake, take a walk or ride a bike thru the woods. A small Museum awaits the curious visitors. Restrooms and Parking available.

Carolyn was our tour guide, she made it so fun. We learned a lot about the home and history. Our favorite stop on this trip. And the grounds are beautiful.

Beautiful wooded trails around the site and structures as well as water access that you can bike to. There was a private event happening while we visited but we were still able to bike/walk around and explore.

We loved learning about the history of Lake Tahoe and the early summer homes of the rich as well as the Washoe Tribe who were the original residents. It has a crazy resort town flavor all around the lake.

Beautiful views and property right on the lake. Nice walking trails.

Beautiful area with a very nice walking path along the lake. The museum was a great experience (especially the kitchen area). All for free...awesome. We'll return to the Historic Tallac area each time we visit the area.

Incredible grounds and really enjoyed the museum. Doesn’t show as a separate destination point but should be. Very cool and impressive dioramas. Nice gift shop