From the shores of North Lake Tahoe to the majestic Sierra Nevadas that loom above the lake, Placer’s High Sierra is unparalleled in beauty and adventure.

Skiers, snowboarders, and cross-country enthusiasts revel in this winter wonderland. In summertime, it transforms into a wealth of sun-drenched lakeside and mountain activities. Placer’s Gold Country foothills are home to world-class river canyons, featuring breathtaking rafting, fishing and bird watching. Biking, hiking and horse riding trails crisscross spectacular landscapes. Access to foothill lakes such as Folsom, Rollins and Clementine tantalize water and boating enthusiasts alike. Camping is abundant throughout the county and golfers can enjoy any of the more than two dozen courses sprinkled throughout the county. Placer also is home to world-class rock climbing and accessible off-road vehicle terrain. Whatever outdoor adventures you desire, you’re sure to find it in Placer County.

All things Placer begin in the outdoors.

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  • AlpenGlow Rock Climbing

    AlpenGlow Rock Climbing

    Olympic Valley, CA

    Alpenglow creates and fosters a community of climbers prepared to achieve their dreams in the world’s greatest mountain ranges

    1590 Squaw Valley Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
  • Geocaching in Lake Tahoe

    Geocaching in Lake Tahoe

    Olympic Valley, CA

    Geocachers can ride Lake Tahoe’s scenic Aerial Tram up to High Camp, el. 8200 feet, to find 10 caches hidden among the mountain’s peaks using GPS coordinates.

    High Camp, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
  • Palisades Tahoe Alpine Meadows

    Palisades Tahoe Alpine Meadows

    Olympic Valley, CA

    With an annual average of 450 inches of snowfall and 300 sunny days, Palisades Tahoe is the perfect place to spend the weekend on the slopes.

    1960 Olympic Valley Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146, USA
  • Palisades Tahoe Ropes Course

    Palisades Tahoe Ropes Course

    Olympic Valley, CA

    Built into the hillside facing beautiful Shirley Canyon and the world famous peaks of Olympic Valley USA, the Ropes Course provides a challenging opportunity for participants to push past their own comfort zones.

    1901 Chamonix Place, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
  • Tahoe Via Ferrata

    Tahoe Via Ferrata

    Olympic Valley, CA

    Via Ferrata, which means “Iron Road” in Italian, is a protected hiking and climbing experience.

    1985 Squaw Valley Rd #23, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
  • The Links at Everline

    The Links at Everline

    Olympic Valley, CA

    Surrounded by six majestic Sierra peaks, the Links at Everline is a championship golf course that sits serenely at the base of Olympic Valley | Alpine Meadows near Lake Tahoe, California.

    400 Squaw Creek Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146