Kings Beach State Recreation Area was a great place to spend the day with the family. We had warm…read moreweather during our visit, and the lake was not too cold, which made it comfortable to enjoy the water. The beach had a lovely atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, and a relaxed family-friendly vibe. Another nice part of the area is that there are plenty of restaurants, ice cream shops, stores, and other places to explore nearby. It is easy to make a full day out of the visit without having to travel far for food or something else to do. I recommend arriving early because parking can fill up quickly. Otherwise, you may have to pay around $20 to park somewhere else or take your chances finding another spot. Overall, we had a great family visit and would gladly return.

With so much to offer, I can see why Kings Beach is so popular…read more * roped off area for swimming * launch area for kayaks * plenty of flush toilets and porto-potties *fairly large playground for kids *Jet-Ski/Sea Doo and non-motorized watercraft for rent *picnic tables and shade trees When we arrived in the afternoon, Lake Tahoe was its usual windy self and too much wave action to make kayaking fun. Nevertheless, if all you want to do is hang out at the beach, this is the place. Parking in the lot is $10 for the day or $3 for per hour that you can pay at a kiosk.

The most beautiful beach in Lake Tahoe hands down. I genuinely don't think I've seen a more…read morebeautiful view anywhere else in the world. The water is so clear and the rocks in the water are just so gorgeous. The only downside is that it is a nude beach and there are some creepy people. If you can look past that, it is the most beautiful beach EVER!!!

Secret Cove is a really beautiful, crystal-clear beach on Lake Tahoe's East Shore, with stunning…read moregranite boulders. Parking: Along Highway 28. It fills up super early, so plan accordingly. Clothing: Optional. If you plan to wear swimwear, I'd recommend putting it on at the parking lot since there isn't much privacy or covered area at the cove for changing. How to get there: A scenic 0.75-mile hike. Water: Warm-ish (for Tahoe standards) and a bright turquoise color. There are porta-potty restrooms available at the parking lot at the start of the trail. When I went, I only saw a couple of older men fully nude; most people were wearing swimwear. The hike is a bit steep at the beginning, so sturdy shoes or water shoes are a good idea. A lot of people bring water sports gear, coolers, and picnic setups. There was even a small hippie-style drum circle near the cove, which added to the laid-back vibe. Please remember to pack out all your trash and help keep this beautiful spot clean.

I hesitated to put out this review as I love this beach so much and want to keep it to myself. My…read morelittle secret so to say. Well here goes... Quiet, peaceful, secluded with a small sandy beach area with some rocks and boulders but not so big that would draw a crowd. The water was cool and refreshing without being too cold in late August. We were there right before Labor Day but after kids are back in school so we felt like we have the whole place to ourselves. You do have to walk a short 20 mins distance until you see a small bend that leads to an under pass that connects to the other side. Safe and no need to cross the road. There's some wooden steps that leads down to the water. Clean scenic path revealing the treasures ahead. I highly recommend water shoes and a blanket to lounge on. Bring refreshments and snacks and clean up after yourself please. Don't forget the sunscreen and sunglasses. It is a dog friendly area which is why we chose this spot. We did have to park near a restaurant and pay for parking. After 5pm it's $1 per hour otherwise it's $5-$6 per hour. We had trouble with paying at the kiosk and it ran out of paper. Text message options did not work either :/ nonetheless we paid and took a screen shot as proof. The walking path is paved with a bit of incline/decline but it was easy. I don't recommend high heels but easy with sandals. I can't wait until we are back!

Quality/Quantity - Not so hidden, lol. The first beach…read morewalking towards Sand Harbor from Incline. Very small, but we were here off season (just the way I like it) and other than one other family, it is just us "two" here. So a private beach, lol. We are hosting our friends today. Showed them our free local parking spot. Gave them a quick tour of this area and all of Incline. A short 1.5 walk on the beautiful and easy Tahoe East Shore Trail. Just be careful of all the ebikes that do NOT have full control of their bikes or themselves. It would be nice if there was a separate bike path, or only allow manual bikes on the walking paths...? Atmosphere - Again, a very small, NOT so hidden beach. A nice stop/break from the 3 mile walk. Approximately the half way mark from Incline to Sand Harbor. Restrooms nearby, but I can NOT recommend them. More like outhouses with NO sink to wash your hands. Easy walk or bike ride. Fairly easy, very short walk/hike to each path. Service - Self service. Price - Free. Owner Comment - N/A.

Dog friendly? Sign us up! This is an immaculate little beach with pebbles, not sand, to bring the…read morepups and have a picnic or take in the breathtaking view of Lake Tahoe. PARKING There are plenty of parking spaces in a small lot shared with Waterman's Landing Cafe & Coffee Shop/Kayak Rental. EXPERIENCE My SO and I took our two hound dogs, and they loved it!! We enjoyed the refreshing, crisp winter air, and the views were spectacular. There are several picnic tables along the beach for patrons to use.

This is a great dog beach in North Shore Tahoe. Parking is easy along the road, and there is shade…read morefrom the aspen trees.

Sweet spot, fills quickly in the morning, when the Tahoe is full there is very little beach to work…read morewith. Parking is really tough as well. BUT - if you can get in you will love it!

Beautiful beach in North Lake Tahoe. The parking is not very plentiful and it is located at a…read moreneighborhood with narrow driveways. Plan to park somewhere else nearby or have someone drop you off to this location as the only parking spots I had seen were for active loading areas. Some people were parking for greater than 5 minutes. During the week day they appear to not enforce towing...But I highly suggest to plan around the parking situation. Other than that... the waters are amazing and definitely worth the stop!

The hype is real, Sand Harbor certainly delivers on being one of the most if not most beautiful…read morebeaches in Lake Tahoe. Recommend booking a reservation as you will be taking a chance trying to time the 10:30AM opening for parking. We came on a Wednesday and the best part about reservations is the beach never felt too crowded once we were inside. There are three distinct areas, the boat launch, the picturesque cove with all the boulders you see on instagram, and the longer more open beach area. We picked the picturesque area and got lucky to find a small section we could carve out of the beach after arriving around 10 am. I'm sure on weekends this cove fills up even sooner so get there early as everyone mentions. Great area for paddle boarding, climbing rocks and relaxing on the beach. Definitely plan to come back again next summer, but will not be on a weekend. Seeing the lines for the parking lot midweek was enough to convince me. All in all if you have an opportunity to go do it! Just make sure you have a plan before you do to maximize your time and fun.

After all my years living in this area, my first visit to Sand Harbor. My daughter had been before…read moreand knew all the needed ins and outs. Most important, do make your parking reservation, $15. Opens at 8:30am, we arrived very early ensuring a great parking spot and a choice of position on the beach. Bringing your own shade is a must, umbrellas are the least popular, we had an Easy Up, perfect! The limited parking also limits the number of people so always comfortable and doesn't feel too crowded. Many bring their paddle boards, floats and canoes. People watching is top notch Fun day being surrounded by people just relaxing, chilling and enjoying the moment. Restrooms are near by, an easy walk and across the parking lot is their restaurant. Nice menu choices and prices quite okay. Later on in the year there are no reservations needed but to have the best experience, check to be sure if you need one before planning your visit. I shall return and that is the best thing you can say about a first time visit!

It's calming and not crowded. I love sitting on the bench…read moreand just looking at the sea.

This past Saturday was probably my millionth time coming to Lake Forest Beach. It is one of my…read morefavorite spots on the lake. Saturday's visit was probably one of my best and worst. As it was the last time that I ever got to walk my dog. He was always a very happy dog. And lake forest beach brought us both so much joy, peace, tranquility and serenity. He marked it as his many times! It was and forever will be our happy place. We shared many peaceful moments at lake forest beach. Lake Forest Beach just won't be the same without my beloved dog:(

Hidden gem status unlocked thanks to a Yelp search and our awesome host at Basecamp Hotel. After…read morescoping out the photos on Yelp I honestly thought I was walking into an episode of Bluey because Gnome Village, and Skylandia turned out to be just that and more! First, there's a small parking area outside, so don't feel pressured to find an illegal parking arrangement in the neighborhood without checking here first. Second, the beach is a short walk from the parking area. Bring a wagon to make this easy, but don't fret the walk either. It's all beneath the canopy of the pines on solid ground, and the payoff of seeing the dock and beach are totally worth it. Third, there's a dock! Yes. A dock that actually stretches out into the water where it's deep enough to jump off! Yes. It's public and you can jump off it! Yes. It's as fun as it sounds! Yes. There's a ladder right there to help you get out too! Once you're exhausted from jumping in and climbing out, the park offers some meandering trails that'll help you get lost in the trees for a moment or two. Along the way you may find the habitations of gnomes and fairies, as well as little treasures and trinkets. Lean into it all and soak it up! If you're not a local you're not likely to discover this place, unless you use Yelp to seek out great attractions, as I did here. Put this one on your list and try that next place you go!

Amazing spot. Chill for you and the kiddos. There's sand that's not all rocky so the kids CAN play…read more It's clean. It's small. Parking isn't that hard as long as you don't block driveways or park like an idiot. That's my new beach next time I'm in that area . That's how much I loved it.

Sand, grass, shade, and a full playground right on the shores of Tahoe with an adjacent dedicated…read moreparking area and a paved walking/biking path that's accessible from either end of Tahoe City that'll keep you from the traffic and road noise? SAY LESS AND GET HERE! For real. This is the beach people DON'T want to tell you about, and for good reason. I don't believe in gatekeeping, so I'm spilling the tea for everyone! We came on a quiet afternoon in shoulder season and found the place nicely occupied. Kids were all over the various play structures, running back and forth to the beach for a quick splash or to dig in the sand. Parents were lining benches, laid out on blankets, or milling about alongside them. The picnic tables were being used for a fun early fall BBQ. The sounds of summer still filling the air beneath the pines. This is a fantastic beach and I'm so happy to have discovered it.

If it's not busy, it's such a great beach especially for those with littles since the water isn't…read moresuper deep. It's smack dab in downtown Tahoe City and on a Thursday in August, with the farmer's market, it is such an awesome spot to hang with friends, grab food, enjoy the live music and the beach. It has some sand, grass, a playground, bathrooms, a small parking lot but plenty of street parking. I'd imagine on weekends it tends to get much busier, but on a weekday, it can be a little slice of heaven.