No Water- No Problem

Its no secret that California is in the middle of its worst drought in 100 years- the lake levels are low, the waterfalls have slowed to a trickle, rivers and creeks have become exposed gravel beds.... things are looking mighty dry here in the Golden State.

Unless you know where to look.

We love whitewater rafting, kayaking, house boating, hiking to the waterfalls and appreciating the lush greenery of the redwoods and trust us.... a drought wont stop us.  The last 3 years have taught us to look outside the ordinary places to do the things we love.  Just because there is a drought, doesn't mean that we have to go home- so we are letting the cat out of the bag and sharing our secret drought-busting recreational activities.

Urban Diversion's Top 3 Places To Get Wet & Wild This Summer

1. Whitewater Rafting- Shhhhh.... There is a large part of the Delta Basin that is "dam controlled"... this means that there is still a volume of water escaping down the rivers that is completely raft-able. We have checked with some of the operators, water districts and those-in-the-know and most bets for the best rafting this year is on Cache Creek.  Check out our mid-Summer Splash Series Rafting Trip here!

2.  Waterfall Hiking- Ok... this is a bit more of a challenge.  If you're up for it- a nice 5 mile hike will take you to Fontanillis Lake Falls- accessible from South Lake Tahoe/Emerald Bay area.  It does require a wilderness permit, but the hike is well worth it and the falls will most likely be flowing for months to come despite a lackluster snowpack.  Pack a picnic and watch for those thunderheads- but enjoy one of the few falls in the vicinity!

3.  House boating- We tricked you.... there are no lakes that have houseboats that aren't horribly depressing this year (sorry- we gotta be honest), but our great substation pontoon boats just 30 minutes from the city.  We love Lake Del Valle- a large lake, great camping grounds & have great boats to rent.  Why not skip the hassle of renting a boat and synching your schedule with all of your friends and join the Urban Diversion's Pontoon Party Boat & Hot Summer Nights Party.  Its certainly the highlight of our summer and we would love to share the fun with you!

Beat the Summer Heat with Summer Tahoe Cabin Shares

The beach is 5 min away

When the dog days of summer hit and you feel like you need a little fresh air- wouldn't it be nice to escape to the mountains without all the hassle of searching, haggling security deposits and booking a vacation property? What if you could have your own spacious retreat without all the commitment of a long-term lease or a time-share?  Do you want to spend more time in South Lake Tahoe?

Now you can!

Due to popular demand- we now have a South Lake Tahoe cabin share!

Our awesome condo

A cabin share is a great way to have a "go-to" property and use it like you own it.  With a UD cabin share- you have unlimited access and guest privileges to a spacious condo with a hot tub, pool and ample parking all in a highly desirable South Lake Tahoe location.  The best thing about the cabin share?  It costs less than you spend on coffee each month!

Hiking trails from the deck of patio

The best thing about a cabin share is you use it like you own it!

• Want to stay the entire 4-day weekend?  No problem!  
• Want to leave your mountain bike on the patio?  No problem!
• Want to invite a few people over for a BBQ?  No problem!
• Want to leave the city and arrive in Tahoe after 3am?  No problem!
• Want to have a place where you dont worry about utilities, paying the cable bill, taking out the garbage or cleaning the toilets?  Then THIS IS YOUR CABIN!

So maximize your summer fun this year and get in on a cabin share!