Thunderbird Lodge and Yacht - Lake Tahoe

Home
United States
Incline Village, NV
Thunderbird Lodge and Yacht - Lake Tahoe

Call Directions Website

Lake Tahoe's Castle-in-the-Sky is open for public and private tours, weddings, corporate functions, and school activities.

Peek into the 1930's lifestyle of a bygone era with a visit to Lake Tahoe's Castle-in-the-Sky--Thunderbird Lodge. The Lodge is the centerpiece of a grand estate built by the eccentric sportsman-conservationist, Captain George Whittell ... the one who saved Tahoe's east shore from development. Combined with Americas' iconic wooden speedboat, THUNDERBIRD Yacht, these national treasures are open each summer for guided tours by appointment only. The Lodge is available a few times each year for weddings, corporate functions, group tours, and special events. THUNDERBIRD Yacht is available to charter for private excursions. All amounts paid fund the preservation and education projects of the non-profit Thunderbird Lake Tahoe, a Nevada non-profit having IRS 501(c)(3) tax exempt status as a public charity.

09/29/2026

Beginning to get the true sense of Autumn at Thunderbird Lodge and Yacht - Lake Tahoe. Just a few more weeks of public tours before we close the Castle-in-the-Sky for the season and start the winter maintenance tasks. There are still a few spots available for tours between now and October 16th. For reservations, call 1-800-GO-TAHOE or visit www.ThunderbirdTahoe.org/tours

07/05/2026

After a long Independence Day serving Washoe County on Lake Tahoe, the Washoe County Sheriff's Office new Marine 9 patrol boat returned late last night to her home port at Thunderbird Lodge.

In these early morning hours, the calm waters of Thunderbird Cove belie the busy day—and the many adventures still to come.

We tip our hats to Sheriff Balaam, the Washoe County Sheriff's Office Incline Village Substation, and especially the dedicated crew of Marine 9. Thank you for your unwavering service and commitment to keeping our community safe.

07/04/2026

Summer is in full swing, and so is the cruising season! Keep an eye out for the Thunderbird Lodge and Yacht - Lake Tahoe staff aboard the iconic THUNDERBIRD as we cruise the Incline Village shoreline from 10:00 a.m. to Noon on July 4th.

What better way to celebrate America's 250th anniversary than with one of Lake Tahoe's most treasured historic landmarks on the water? Give us a wave if you see us!

[photo credit Steve Lapkin]

06/11/2026

Ready to Cruise? THUNDERBIRD yacht passed her every 5 year Coast Guard drydock inspection. Thank you Darren Kramer and crew. Anytime you're feeling swamped, call Obexer's Boat Company for a lift! [photos courtesy of Larry Peyton]

04/24/2026

The Thunderbird Lodge and Yacht - Lake Tahoe crew were going before dawn to position docks, conduct man overboard and fire drills, calibrate instrumentation, and generally make ready for the summer boating season. It was a long day, but they squeezed in a fast trip to Tahoe City for fuel and to grab some lunch. Thanks to Captain Dan Corbett for snapping these pics.

04/17/2026

As we set out the patio furniture and prepare for summer visitors, our resident artist captures Thunderbird Lodge's naturally stunning beauty following the recent late season snowfall. Thank you, Katie!

Address

5000 Highway 28
Incline Village, NV
89451

Telephone

+17758328750

Website

http://www.ThunderbirdTahoe.org/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Thunderbird Lodge and Yacht - Lake Tahoe posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Want your museum to be the top-listed museum in Incline Village?