One of the best ways to experience the Lake Tahoe/Sierra region is to visit one of the six State Parks. From building sand castles on Lake Tahoe beaches of D.L. Bliss, to the hiking the historic Donner Memorial State Park trails, to camping under the stars at Emerald Bay State Park, to full-moon snowshoeing at Sugar Pine Point State Park, there’s something for everyone — all year-round.
Will hours of operation change?
No. The park will be open during the same hours which are from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Kings Beach State Recreation Area features 979 feet of beautiful frontage property along the North Shore of Lake Tahoe. This day-use only area has a large sandy beach and multiple picnic tables under the shade of Jeffery pines. On May 15, 2014 California State Parks officially took over operations and maintenance of Kings Beach State Recreation Area and the boat launch facility. The North Tahoe Public Utilities District (NTPUD) had operated the park since 1978.
Experience life in Lake Tahoe in a by-gone era before cell phones, TV and the internet! Take a tour of the magnificent Pine Lodge ( the Ehrman Mansion) on the grounds of the historic Hellman-Ehrman Estate at Sugar Pine Point State Park. Our expereinced guides lead and fun and educational tours throughout the summer. Proceeds benefit the maintenacne and restoration of this amazing National and California Historic Landmark.
Tours Daily May 24 - September 30, 2014
May 24-June 13 and September 3-30, 2014 Tours are 11:30 am,12:30,1:30,2:30, 3:30 pm
If you like undeveloped parks, Washoe Meadows is for you. Walking, bird watching, beautiful views and lots of privacy await you…
Emerald Bay is the stuff of dreams. Glittering green, turquoise and indigo waters lap at white sand beaches. A tiny stone teahouse perches atop Lake Tahoe’s sole island, which has, throughout the years had many names…
This breathtakingly beautiful park is on the western shore of Lake Tahoe, just 17 miles south of Tahoe City on Highway 89, and a few miles north of Emerald Bay…
One of the finest remaining natural areas on Lake Tahoe, Sugar Pine Point State Park includes nearly two miles of lakefront with dense forests of pine, fir, aspen and juniper. Beautiful beaches, kayaking, cross-country skiing and more…
The small, beautiful Tahoe State Recreation Area is located smack dab in Tahoe City offering easy access to town, camping, Junior Ranger Programs and more…
History, mountain lake swimming, camping, kayaking, biking, hiking await you at beautiful Donner Memorial State Park…