Creating Memories
Through Unplugged Play
Put down the screen. Pick up a game.
Family-owned toy and game stores on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe — lakeside in Tahoe City and The Village at Palisades Tahoe. Board games, puzzles, books, and toys that bring people together the old-fashioned way.
Play matters.
Geared for Games began with my parents' belief that toys, games, and play bring people together. Growing up in the store, I watched generations of families create traditions, discover new favorites, and make lasting memories.
Traveling and exploring the world only deepened my appreciation for what they knew all along: some of life's greatest joys are found in the experiences we share and the people we share them with.
Today, I'm proud to continue that tradition through Geared for Games and Mind Play, helping families and friends create memories beyond a screen.
Whether you're a local or a visitor, we hope you feel welcome, a little like family, and inspired to make memories of your own.
— Jessie Hester Smey, Owner & Manager
Our mission is simple: Creating Memories Through Unplugged Play.
Two stores. One mission.
Lakeside in Tahoe City · The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Geared for Games
On the shores of Lake TahoeSteps from the shores of Lake Tahoe in the heart of Tahoe City, Geared for Games is the perfect stop for a rainy lake day, a cabin night in, or a gift the whole family will love — toys, games, puzzles, books, and educational activities for all ages.
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Mind Play
The Village · Palisades TahoeRight at the base of Palisades Tahoe, steps from the gondola in The Village — Mind Play is the perfect stop before or after a day on the mountain. Browse games, puzzles, books, and gifts while the kids warm up, or grab something fun for a cozy après-ski evening in the cabin.
Olympic Valley, CA 96146
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New arrivals, favorite finds, and store updates from both locations.
