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Taylor Creek Visitor Center
Type: Free Attractions, History Museums, Museums, Outdoor Activities, Outdoor Activities - Summer, Recreational Facilities, Relaxing, Tours and Excursions, Water
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The Taylor Creek Visitor Center is located near Camp Richardson on the south shore of Lake Tahoe. It is free to enter and offers both adults and children an up-close view of the local flora and fauna... Read More
The Taylor Creek Visitor Center is located near Camp Richardson on the south shore of Lake Tahoe. It is free to enter and offers both adults and children an up-close view of the local flora and fauna of the Tahoe rivers and creeks. The paved trails and bridges throughout the marshlands are stroller friendly and there are both guided and self-guided interpretive trails, an underground "aquarium" area where you can see an actual part of Taylor Creek.
During the fall the Kokanee Salmon are spawning and visitors can watch the process through glass windows. There is also a 180 degree curved diorama that illustrates life above and below the water. In winter, the Taylor Creek area becomes a free cross-country ski area especially suited to beginners.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Christina Nellemann
Reno and Tahoe Local Expert
- Sightseeing: "Both the parking and the park entrance fee are free at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center."
- Things to Do with Kids: "Both the Taylor Creek Visitor Center parking and the park entrance fee are free."
- Free Things to Do, Parks, Best Attractions & Activities, Museums: "Both the parking and the park entrance fee are free."
- Best for Sightseeing Because: Taylor Creek is best in the fall when the salmon are spawning.
- Best for Things to Do with Kids Because: There is an easy and beautiful interpretive hike behind the Taylor Creek Visitor Center. This is a good place to see Tahoe's black bears.
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: Both the outdoor hiking trails and the interpretive center with the dioramas are free.
- Best for Parks Because: The Taylor Creek Visitor Center is great for all ages
- Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: Taylor Creek is open all year long for families.
- Best for Museums Because: One of the best outdoor museums. Taylor Creek shows the life of the creeks of the Sierra. You might even see a bear.
