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Lake Tahoe Beaches
A listing of some of the best.
Nude Beach
Lake Tahoe has a clothing optional beach.
Kings Beach
North Lake Tahoe between Crystal Bay and Tahoe Vista
Safeway
Main Beach
Agatam Beach
Hwy 28 in Tahoe Vista, Agatam St.
Carnelian Bay Beach
Hwy 28 by Sierra Boat Co. & Garwoods
Chambers Landing
Hwy 89 (W. Lake Blvd) Homewood
Coon St Picnic Area
Hwy 28 (North Lake Blvd) Kings Beach
DJ Bliss State Park
Hwy 89 (North Lake Blvd) 5 miles south of Meek Bay
Emerald Bay State Park
Hwy 89 (W Lake Blvd) 9 miles south of Meek Bay
Eagle Falls
Hwy 89 (W Lake Blvd) 9 miles south of Meek Bay
Kaspian Recreation Area
Hwy 89 (W Lake Blvd) 4 miles south of Tahoe City
Kilner Park
Hwy 89 4 miles north of Tahoe City
Kings Beach State Recreational Park
Hwy 29 (North Lake Blvd) Center of Kings Beach
Lake Forrest Beack Park
Hwy 28 (North Lake Blvd)1 mile east of Tahoe City
Moon Dunes Beach
Hwy 28 (North Lake Blvd) south of Tahoe Vista
National Avenue Beach
Hwy 28 (North Lake Blvd) accross from National Ave
Nevada Beach Elk Point Rd. West of Roundhill
Wide sand beach, Rest rooms, Picnics, BBQ, Boat launch
800-280-2267 $3/vehicle
Cool breeze keeps sunbathers comfortable.
Closest beach (walking distance) to Lake Village
North Tahoe Beach Center
Hwy 28 (North Lake Blvd) accross from Safeway, King Beach
Patton Beach
Hwy 28 (North Lake Blvd) Carnelian Bay
Sandy Beach
Hwy 28 (North Lake Blvd) 2 miles south of Incline Village
Secline Beach
Hwy 28 (North Lake Blvd) end of Secline St, Kings Beach
Skylandin Park & Beach
Hwy 28 (North Lake Blvd) half a mile east of Tahoe City
Speadboat Beach/Buck's Beach
Hwy 28 (North Lake Blvd) end of Speedboat St, Kings Beach
Thunderbird Lodge Beach (actually next to Thunderbird Lodge).
Hwy 28 , 5.3 miles south of Incline Village (Panoramic view of area)
Zephyr Cove Beach Hwy 50 at Zephyr Cove
Wide sand beach, Rest rooms, Picnics, Cruises, Food
775-588-6644 $3/vehicle
Sand Harbor Beach Nevada State Park, Hwy 28 south of Incline Village
Lifeguards, Fee, Rest Rooms, Boat launch
One of the warmest Tahoe beaches.
Tahoe City Commons Beach
Hwy 28 (North Lake Blvd) behind fire department, Tahoe City
Emerald Bay Beach #89 at Emerald Bay
1 mile hike, Scenic pier, Vikingsholm Castle
Rest rooms, Picnics
Baldwin Beach #89 south of Meeks Bay
Wide sand beach, Rest rooms, Picnics, Admission fee, No pets!
Live information 24/7 call toll free 888.343.8871 or 775.741.0735
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Biking Lake Tahoe
Here are some tips for some of the best trails at the Lake.Camp Richardson Resort (Rentals) Link
Hwy 89 and Jameson Beach Rd., South Lake Tahoe, Ca.
(530) 541-1801Chinese Downhill (Bike trail South Lake Tahoe)
Kingsbury Stinger, 3-4 miles, Intermediate-Advanced,
30 min-2 hours, Link added 10 nov 09Corral Loop (Bike Trail South Lake Tahoe)
4-9 miles, Beginner up to Advance, 1-2 hours ride
Link added 10nov09CyclePaths (Rentals) Link
1785 W. Lake Blvd. Tahoe CIty, Ca.
(530) 581-1171Enviro-rents (rentals) Link
6873 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe Vista, Ca.
(530) 546-2780Flume Trail
A review of one of the best known trails in Lake Tahoe.Hawley Grade (Bike trail South Shore)
Lenght: 9 miles, Advanced trail, 1-2 hours riding time, Single Track
Link info added 10Nov09High Sierra Adventure Sports Link
3117 Hwy 50
South Lake Tahoe, Ca 96150
(530)542-2565
2291 Lake Tahoe Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, Ca.
530-542-3558Lakeview Sports (rentals) link
3131 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, Ca.
(530) 544-7160Mountain Biking Etiquette
Don't be a trail hog, learn your manners here.Mr. Toad's Wild Ride (Bike Trail South Shore)
Saxon Creek Trail, Lenght: 20 miles, Advance, 3-5 hours, single track
Link added 10Nov09Paved Bike Trails in Lake Tahoe
Many of these trails are served by Tahoe Area Regional Transit (TART).Power Line Trail (Bike Ride South Shore)
12 Miles out and back, Beginner - Intermediate, 1.5-3hours
Link added 10Nov09Tahoe to Truckee Ride
A very popular ride around Lake Tahoe.Touring Checklist
Got all the tools you need for a long tour? Check out this checklist.Verdi Peak Trail
Moderate biking trail, a favorite of local cyclists.
Village Ski Loft (rentals) Link
800 Tahoe BLvd., Incline Village, Nv.
(775) 831-3537
Live information 24/7 call toll free 888.343.8871 or 775.741.0735
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Action Watersports Link
Rent boats, kayaks, jet skis, beach toys, and a lot more here. Operates at Timber Cove Marina.Bleu Wave
775 588 3515 LinkLake Tahoe Boat Rides
TahoeBoatRides.com
530-545-1223Tahoe Sports Boat Rentals
Tahoesports.comThe Party Boat
530 3088016High Sierra Adventure Sports
2291 Lake Tahoe Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, Ca.
530-542-3558High Sierra Marine Link
Boar towing and Salvage
530 546t 8248Complete List of Marinas and Water Sports at Tahoe
Cruise Lake Tahoe link
Three beautiful trimarans ready to show you Lake Tahoe up close. This is the Woodwind I.H2O Water Sports link
Located at Round Hill Pines Beach, on the Nevada side. They rent jet skis, paddleboats, and more.
775 832 0139M.S. Dixie II
A paddlewheeler that cruises Lake Tahoe. Here's a schedule and rates.North Tahoe Marina
530 546 8248Lake Tahoe Cruises and Zephyr Cove Resort
Zephyr Cove, Nevada (East Shore Lake Tahoe) LinkLake Tahoe Boat and Jet Ski Rental.
linkSailing Ventures
Charter your own sailboat here. Located in Tahoe Keys Marina.Tahoe City Marina
Located on the North Shore. They rent power and fishing boats. Here are their current rates and services.Tahoe Sierra Yacht Club
Here's your chance to become a charter member of this new club forming at Lake Tahoe.Tahoe Keys Marina
530 541 2155Sun Sports
You can rent kayaks, small sailboats, and rafts. Located at Ski Run Marina.
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Bowling
- Bowl Incline
920 Southwood Blvd., Incline Village, Nv.
775-831-1900
- Tahoe Bowl
1030 Fremont Ave., South Lake Tahoe, Ca.
530.544.3700
- Bungee Jumping at Squaw Valley USA
Squaw Valley, (530) 583-6985. Try out this exciting activity from the top of Squaw Valley. Call for availability and schedules.
Boca-Stampede Campgrounds
Fishing, boating, swimming, nature trails, and a lot more.North and West Lake Tahoe: Campgrounds
- Bliss/ 168 sites/ Restrooms/ Showers/ 530-525-7277
- Kaspian/ 10 sites/ restrooms/ Dogs allowed/ 530-544-5994
- Granite Flats Campground/ 70sites/ 530 587 3558
- Lake Forest/ 20/ 20 rv sites/ restrooms/ boat ramp/ Dogs/ 530-581-4017
- Meeks Bay Resort/ 28 sites/ 10 rv/ restrooms/ boat ramp/ showers/ dogs/ 530-525-6946
- Meeks Bay Campground/ 40sites/
- Mt Rose/ 24 sites/ 9 rv/ restrooms/ 1800 280 CAMP
- Sandy Beach/ 44sites/ 20rv/ restrooms/ showers/ dog/ 530-546-7682
- Tahoe State Recreation/ 38sites/ 23rv/ restroom/ showers/ dog/ 530-583-3074
- William Kent/ 95sites/ 40rv/ restroom/ dog/ 530-583-3642
South and East Lake Tahoe Campgrounds
- Bayview/ 10sites/ dogs/ 1 530 544 5995
- Campground by the Lake/ 170sites/ 170rv/ restroom/ shower/ boat ramp/ dog/ 530 542 6096
- Eagle Point/ 100sites/ restroom/ shower/ dog/ 530 525 7277
- Fallen Leaf/ 205sites/ 130rv/ restroom/ shower/ dog/ 530 544 5994
- KOA/ 68sites/ 52rv/ restroom/ shower/ dog/ 530 577 3693
- Nevada Beach/ 54sites/ 30rv/ restroom/ dog/ 775 588 5562
- Tahoe Pines/ 80sites/ 60rv/ restroom/ shower/ dog/ 530 577 1652
- Tahoe Valley/ 415sites/ 105rv/ restrooms/ showers/ dogs/ 530-5411 2222
- Zephyr Cove Resort/ 175sites/ 105rv/ restroom/ showers/ dog/ 775 588 6644
Camp Richardson
Boating, camping, cabins, a marina, this resort has something for everyone.Camping Recipes
Easy recipes for the outdoors. The kids can help!Camping With Kids
Find out tips, tricks, and ways to have fun with the whole family on your next camping trip.Disabled Accessible Sites
Camping, picnic site, trails, all accessible to disabled visitors. MUST HAVE ADOBE(r) ACROBAT READER INSTALLED!Indian Creek Camping
Location, and information on camping. A BLM recreation area with fishing, and much more.South Shore Campgrounds
Here's a listing of South Lake Tahoe campgrounds.Sportsman's Beach Campground
Boating, fishing, hiking, and bird watching on Walker Lake near Hawthorne, NV.Sugar Pine Point State Park
Beautiful spot on the West shore of Lake Tahoe.
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CyberFly!
A personalized guide service and fly-fishing school. Current conditions update here!Fishing at Lake Tahoe
Information on licenses, the best spots, and more.Fly Fishing Art
The perfect gift for the fly fishing fanatic in your home.Fly Fishing in the Desolation Wilderness
Fly fishing is extremely popular in Northern Nevada, and this is one of the most beautiful spots to try your luck.Fly Fishing at Quail Lake
A secluded lake on the West Shore. You need reservations, make them here.Pyramid Lake Fishing
Fishing tips and lore from a local expert.
Live information 24/7 call toll free 888.343.8871 or 775.741.0735
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Senic Glider Rides (530-544-7433)
Tell them you saw them on Lake Tahoe Recreation. com
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Best Short Lake Tahoe Hikes
Lake Tahoe resident rates his favorite hikes.Black Rock Desert
Some wonderful photos of this favorite outdoor recreation area near Gerlach.Bliss State Park
South West Lake TahoeDesolation Wilderness
More Information on permits and usage of the Wilderness.Eagle Falls Hike
Near Emerald Bay South Lake TahoeFallen Leaf Lake Trails
Some easy trails around Fallen Leaf Lake.Five Lakes Creek Trail
Another moderate trail in the Alpine Meadows area of Lake Tahoe.Hellhole Trail
Looking for a challenge? Here's one about five miles outside Tahoe City.Horsetail Falls
A splendid hike in the Desolation Wilderness.This moderate to difficult hiking trail provides scenic views of the mountain peaks and a magnificent waterfall. Caution is advised regarding the treacherously slippery rock slabs in the stream and near the falls.Mount Rose Wilderness
Discover a wilderness in Reno's back yard!Northern Nevada Sierra Club
A calendar of all their upcoming outings and hikes.Popular Lake Tahoe Trails
Here's a list of trails all around the Lake.Sheep Flat
Great short hike between Reno and Lake Tahoe.Tahoe Rim Trail
Trail use on the trail built entirely by local volunteers.
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Climbing Rock at Camp Richardson
A beginning wall for all ages.
Climbing
Information on climbing .
Map of Climbing Spots
Comprehensive map of climbing sites all around Reno and Lake Tahoe.
Rock Climbing in Lake Tahoe
A list of climbing sites in and around Lake Tahoe.
Rocking Around the Lake
More info on climbing around the Lake.
RockSport Indoor Climbing Wall
Hours, location, and more info.
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Black Bear Tips
Yes, there are bears in the high country. Here's how to get along with them.First Aid Checklist
Here's a handy checklist for all those first aid items so necessary when traveling in the back country.Safe Boating Tips
Have fun on the water, but please be careful!Safety in the Outdoors
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Cruise Lake Tahoe
Three beautiful trimarans ready to show you Lake Tahoe up close. This is the Woodwind I.Emearld Bay Aviation (aerial tours)
530-541-6142M.S. Dixie II
A paddlewheeler that cruises Lake Tahoe. Here's a schedule and rates.Tahoe Trips Trails
Don't want to coordinate your own hiking trip. They will do it all for you!
Shuttle Bus Tours
Nevada Outdoor Recreation
Want to camp outdoor and not have the hassle of setting up contact us
Live information 24/7 775.741.0735
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