Preserving Paradise: The Struggle to Safeguard Lake Tahoe from Excessive Tourism

Lake Tahoe, the much-loved Alpine Lake, has unexpectedly landed on Fodor’s Travel’s 2023 ‘No List’. This listing is due to the adverse environmental impact from excessive tourism. The discussions about overcrowding have intensified, as the influx of new full-time residents and tourists continues unabated. In a novel approach, groups previously resistant to change are now mulling over imposing taxes or fees on motorists. Despite a surge in hotel occupancy during peak ski season, concerns about Tahoe’s ecosystem and local lifestyle remain. The increasing housing costs, recurrent traffic jams, and supermarket overcrowding are prompting some longtime residents to relocate. Tourism management … Continue reading Preserving Paradise: The Struggle to Safeguard Lake Tahoe from Excessive Tourism