Lake Tahoe, Yosemite and Central California

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Lake Tahoe, Yosemite & Central California.

Discover Lake Tahoe, Yosemite & Central California's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from paddleboarding or kayaking on the crystal-clear water of Lake Tahoe's Sand Harbor State Park; to hitting the slopes for a day of spring skiing at Mammoth Mountain; and exploring Virginia City, a still-populated Gold Rush town with 1860s-era saloons.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Lake Tahoe, Yosemite & Central California travel guide:

Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Lake Tahoe, Yosemite & Central California effortlessly
Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
Vibrant photography and maps
Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Columbia State Historic Park, Emerald Bay State Park and Half Dome
Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
Connect with Lake Tahoe, Yosemite and Central California culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
Covers: Sacramento & the Central Valley, Gold Country, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Lake Tahoe, Yosemite and Central California.