Beaches of Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe has absolutely fantabulous beaches. Here
is a list with some information about the high and low points of
all the major ones. Before heading to any beach on a busy summer
afternoon, you should have a parking plan, or better yet, an alternative
form of transportation. In any case, you should expect to pay for
parking at most of the nicer Tahoe area beaches. Also check out
this Tahoe
Beaches Map. On the South Shore, one season pass from the forest
service gives access to Pope, Baldwin, and Nevada Beaches (camping
not included). You may also want to check out our Kiteboarding
page, which really still hasn't found a proper home of its own.
Round
Hill Pines Beach - Lots of amenities at this Nevada side beach.
Sand Harbor - Perhaps Tahoe's
finest beach.
Skunk
Harbor - Tucked away on Nevada's east shore.
Lester
Beach at D.L. Bliss - Sheltered cove on the west shore.
Angora
Lakes - Lots of amenities at this 'hike to' alpine gem.
Lakeside
Beach and Marina - Members only beach serving some Stateline area hotels and resorts.
Zephyr
Cove - Party beach without par.
Regan
Beach - More aptly described as a lakeside park.
Pope
Beach - The first of three large southwest shore beaches.
Kiva
Beach - Where Taylor Creek meets Lake Tahoe.
Baldwin
Beach - The last stop before the west shore.
Emerald
Bay - Boat or hike in only.
Meeks
Bay - Beautiful sheltered cove. Family atmosphere.
Nevada
Beach - Wide and windy Nevada beach with lots of room.
Tahoe
City Commons Beach Park - Downtown Tahoe City Beach
Kings
Beach Recreation Area - Downtown Kings Beach
Sugar Pine Point - West shore area known more for camping than it's beach.
Along the east shore there are six clothing optional beaches; Hidden Beach, Secret Cove, Secret Creek Beach, Black Sand Beach, Chimney Beach, and Whale Beach. More information on Lake Tahoe's clothing optional beaches.
Check out more links of interest to beachgoers.
Planning a barbecue? Make sure you check our beaches forum to see if the forest Service has any restrictions in place (yes, even grills). Also, locals know the best ribs, steaks, and service are at Overland Meat Company. Find out for yourself.
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