Awe and then Some Spring Fun

Adventure Springs to Life

Awe-filled moments on Lake Tahoe’s South Shore are more powerful than you think. How powerful? A quick hike can make you 9% more refreshed, calm and re-energized, according to research by Dr. Paul Piff, Social Psychologist, and his team at the University of California, Irvine. So, imagine what a few spring days of hiking, biking, paddling and relaxing on the South Shore will do for you.

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Time To Go Outside

Discover awe at your own pace this spring, whether you’re on a trail or on the water.

Beyond Awestruck: The Scientific Search For Connection

Beyond Awestruck: The Scientific Search For Connection

Lake Tahoe isn’t just a destination. It’s a jaw-dropping, mind-blowing, awe-inducing experience. And, during the summer of 2025, Dr. Paul Piff, Social Psychologist and Expert on Awe, along with his research team at the University of California, Irvine, set out to measure these awe experiences and the effects they have on people’s well-being, connection with the world and desire to protect nature. Follow their journey in the three-part documentary, “Beyond Awestruck: The Scientific Search For Connection.”

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Awe in Bloom

Spring is when nature awakens from its winter slumber, one beautiful bloom at a time. Whether you’re on a hike, bike or casual stroll, keep an eye out for all the colorful flowers painting the trails.

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The South Shore is alive with awe. And, by helping protect it with the five Rules to Lake By, you’re also ensuring Lake Tahoe continues to inspire awe, for you and for generations to come.

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