Lake Tahoe offers some pretty amazing places to go and see. It’s possible to spend a whole week trying to experience it all and still not do everything. But that doesn’t mean you can’t hop in the car and make a day out of driving around the lake; that way, you will at least see all of it. So grab your map or GPS, and prepare to plan your stops as we present to you the 10 great spots you don’t want to miss while driving around Lake Tahoe.

Bonus tip: At the end of the day, relax in your very own Lake Tahoe vacation rental.

Incline Village
• Mt. Rose Highway
The last lookout point on the Mt. Rose Highway before entering Incline Village offers some of the most beautiful views of Lake Tahoe in the entire area. From this vantage point there is a view of the entire lake, Incline Village and the Championship Golf Course below. This is just a turn out and it’s easy to miss if you aren’t paying attention, but if you keep a sharp eye out you should be able to spot the pillar that hosts an interpretive sign, plus the above-average number of cars parked there and the stonewall at its ledge.

• T's Mesquite Rotisserie
Although busy and crowded, T’s is a great place to stop. With walls covered in art by local artists and a visible kitchen, T’s atmosphere is both visually pleasing and exciting. With it’s own special blend of Mexican and American barbeque flavors, T’s offers entrées like soy lime chicken, Yucatan chicken, tri-tip and pork. The chicken is tasty but nothing extraordinary, however the tri-tip is truly out of this world. Wrapped in a corn tortilla and smothered in salsa, meat lovers will find themselves in heaven. The beer is reasonably priced and the outdoor seating is superb if not limited.

• Sand Harbor
Best known as the home of the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, Sand Harbor also offers beautiful sandy beaches, a picnic area and boat launch. With superb views and plenty of beach space Sand Harbor often hits maximum capacity so be sure to have a back up plan incase you get turned away at the parking lot. Note: Sand Harbor does charge for parking and they do not allow pets. Sand Harbor is located approximately 2.5 miles south of Incline Village, Nev. on Highway 28.

Kings Beach
Kings Beach isn’t just a beach; it's a full-blown town with stores, cafes, shopping and traffic. The beach is a great place to stop and stretch your legs and check out the view. While parking can be a little confusing, Kings Beach is a worthwhile stop to stretch, walk around, dip your feet in the water and take more pictures. The only real downside to Kings Beach is the parking lot, which is short on space and not free. Although there is no one collecting parking fees, there is a fee box and it’s safe assume it works on the honor system.

A dog-friendly beach, Kings Beach offers more incredible views, a boat launch ramp and arts and crafts fairs on the weekends.