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.

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.

Incline Beach is on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe at Incline Village, between Lakeshore Drive,…read more(which has some of the most expensive larger homes at Lake Tahoe, several worth/sold over $30+ million in 2021) and the Lake. Incline Beach has well maintained grounds, with an ample parking lot, large clean facilities, Bear resistant trash/recycle structures, and plenty of picnic tables under/near the shade of the Pine trees near the parking lot. The beach is also clean and nice, with a fantastic view of South Lake Tahoe. It is pretty wide and fairly long. It is sandwiched between to small craft anchoring bays, so the swimming area is demarcated with buoys and rope, about 50 -100 yards out. The sand is nice and there is usually a nice breeze (I come in August, low 80's daytime temps) . The water is deep blue farther out, like Lake Tahoe. The first few yards in the water where short lake waves lap at your feet, are covered with polished pebbles and stones, residue from millennia old granite rock from ancient ice age glaciers in the Tahoe Basin. You can walk out about 30 yards with your head still above water. The water is cold, coming from seasonal ice melt and a deep bottom. But many people enjoy it, at least for awhile as you get used to it. Incline Beach is not free and open to the public. There is a gate house to enter the parking lot. You need to get an Incline Village General Improvement District Recreation Punch Card with money programmed into it. I got ours complimentary from our Club Tahoe timeshare. I believe the cost per adult is $16 per entry, so not cheap! We got 6 entries on our card for our week long stay, but more can be added. Pre-pandemic they used to use tickets, mainly for Burnt Cedar Beach which is up the road a bit from Incline Beach, but now use these cards for both. I will see if they do the same now for the popular Sand Harbor area, 3 miles farther on the Nevada side.

Beautiful beach on gorgeous Lake Tahoe! The scenery is incredible! The picnic tables are clean,…read moresturdy and spacious. The beach is well maintained the people working here are nice. There is a walk up snack bar and outdoor bar for customer's convenience. What a place to spend the day, enjoying the Sun, boating, paddle boarding, swimming, etc.

Great swimming and nature access area. Mostly for locals,…read morebut there are a few ways to get access as a traveler. So beautiful!

This seems like a wonderful private family beach in Incline village…read more It has a swimming pool for adults and older children and a toddler pool A snack bar is there as well as a small sandy beach, picnic tables and grills

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!

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.

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!

This spot on Tahoe has ahhhmazing breathtaking views, dog friendly beach access for everyone and is…read moretruly a hike to a hidden gem that you won't soon forget!! Skunk Harbor not only combines all of these wonderful attributes but also throws in a bit of history for you to check out too! Parking is FREE but limited, located at a turnoff along HWY 28 about a few miles north of the Spooner/HWY 50 junction - look for an old green pipe gate which is also the entrance to the trailhead (do NOT park in front of gate, you WILL be fined). After you park, grab your gear (keep in mind there are NO facilities - take out what you take in). Travel along the old dirt road on the other side of the green gate through the Tahoe forest. When you reach the fork in the road you have 2 choices: left fork leads to Prey Meadows which is blanketed with many varieties of wildflowers in the spring anddd right fork leads you to Skunk Harbor. Throughout your hike down to Skunk Harbor take in the breathtaking picture worthy views all around. Upon your arrival to the beach be sure to find the historical remants of an old railroad ramp used to supply timber to Virginia City after the Comstock Lode plus an abandoned stone house along the waters edge with historical markers from the 1920s that belonged to the wealthy family of George Newhall built as a summer house here for vacations and parties. Everything was brought in by boat, during the Roaring Twenties ~ WOW!! This is a MUST DO!! Hike is roughly 3 miles round trip, I always enjoy an adventure / hike with a reward at the end, Skunk Harbor not only has this throughout but pays off at the end. Be prepared for a bit of workout on the way back out as it is uphill and can be exposed depending on time and season/weather. So bring plenty of H20 and take your time but this hidden gem is worth it!!

My favorite spot to hang out and enjoy Lake Tahoe's pristine waters. If you get there early enough…read moreand don't do in the dead of summer, you'll have a good shot of having it all to yourself. My last 3 trips have resulted in me being the only one down there for a solid couple hours. The trail and beach are dog friendly, so bring your companion along with you. It's a short hike in and out but beware, your going up and up on the way out. Nothing impossibly difficult, but it can wind you. Other than that, go out and enjoy it. Leave no trace, respect the historic building down there, and don't feed the wildlife. Oh, by the way, parking can be a pain. There's only room for maybe 6-7 cars if they cozy up with one another. So like I said above, getting here early is key.

Love the view here. Every time I visit Tahoe, I come by here. The water is so refreshing. The air…read moreis so crisp. The people are so friendly.

Not the most picturesque beach at Tahoe. You won't find soft sands and turquoise waters here, in…read morefact it's one of the muckiest beaches imo at Tahoe. It is popular with dog owners, which is also why I find that it tends to smell here like wet dogs. It is popular due to being easy access to Tahoe City on foot and having watercraft rentals. You'll still get the pretty mountain views and pines, but the water here is mucky from the dirt/gravel/dogs rather than sparkling clear blue that is hallmark of Tahoe.