Recreation & Natural Areas in Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe is a perfect place for recreation, picnics and just for enjoying the outdoors. There are numerous natural, recreational and beaches around the lake where you can just toss out a blanket and relax.

For some beach action, head to Sand Harbor on the East Shore, King's Beach on the North Shore or Lester Beach on the West Shore in the D.L. Bliss State Park. You can also enjoy some people watching at Kiva Beach or Baldwin Beach near Camp Richardson.

Emerald Bay is one of the most popular places on the lake for a reason. It's a great place for a light hike, a beach picnic or some exploring of the Vikingsholm Mansion.

For some places away from the main part of the lake, head to Truckee and Donner Lake for some fishing or hanging out on the public docks. Visit Washoe Lake State Park for nature trails and sights of wild birds and other animals or Davis Creek State Park for a picnic or a plunge into the creek or small pond. If you don't mind a little bit of a drive from Tahoe, head up to Caples Lake or Blue Lakes off of Hwy. 88 for some more quiet time.

Blue Lake (Lower) Campground

26820 Silver Drive

Big Meadows Campground is located on the southeast shores of Lower Blue Lake. In addition to offering camping facilities, the site provides close access to activities such as boating, fishing, swimming and hiking...
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Cave Rock

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Highway 50 & Glenbrook Bay

Spectacular views of the lake...
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Caples Lake Campground

26820 Silver Drive

Caples Lake Campground is located adjacent to Highway 88, near to Kirkwood. Boating, fishing, swimming and hiking offered...
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King's Beach State Recreation Area

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P.O. Box 266
7360 West Lake Boulevard

Popular beach in both summer and winter...
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Lake Valley State Recreation Area

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P.O. Box 266
7360 West Lake Boulevard

Golf, snowmobiling and x-country skiing...
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Davis Creek Campground

Old Hwy 395

Camping and picnic tables at the base of the Tahoe range...
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Emerald Bay State Park

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Gorgeous bay by Eagle Falls and Vikingsholm...
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Nevada Beach

Highway 50

One of the largest beaches on the lake...
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D.L. Bliss State Park

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P.O. Box 266
7360 West Lake Boulevard

The jewel of Tahoe...
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Sandy Cove Picnic Ground

26820 Silver Drive

The Sandy Cove Picnic Ground sits toward the west of the Armador Ranger District. Additionally to offering picnicking facilities, the site provides access to Silver Lake...
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