COVID-19 Alert: Lake Tahoe public beach access is subject to federal, state, and local directives. Expect closures and access limitations that may not be noted on this website.
COVID-19 Alert: Lake Tahoe public beach access is subject to federal, state, and local directives. Expect closures and access limitations that may not be noted on this website.
Coon St. and Brockway, Kings Beach Calif. 96143
Adjacent to Kings Beach Boat Launch Facility and Kings Beach State Recreation Area, Kings Beach Picnic Area is the perfect spot for small picnics at its one acre shaded picnic area and rocky beach. Dogs are allowed, but it is very rocky especially in high lake water years. Paid parking is available at its large parking lot, which is shared with the boat launch. Restrooms are available in spring, summer and fall months, and the beach is close to many shops and restaurants in downtown Kings Beach.
Dawn to Dusk. Boat Launch hours vary according to season. See web site for details.
There is no overnight parking, no fires and no personal charcoal barbecues allowed.
KEEP IT CLEAN: Lake Tahoe is recognized as an Outstanding Natural Resource Water. Please, join your fellow beachgoers in protecting this special place! Begin by being an example to others:
VEGETATION: Protect Tahoe plants! Keep outside signed or fenced protected habitat.
SWIM and BOAT SMART: Very cold water, sudden storms and unexpected waves deserve respect. Be alert!
PET OWNERS: Pets are permitted only on dog-friendly beaches. Use a bag to pick up after your pet, and use a leash. Protect your pet's privilege to share the beach!
BOATERS: Aquatic invasive species are a very serious threat - completely clean, drain and dry your boat before launching it at Tahoe.
FISHING: Any person over 16 years old must have a valid California or Nevada sport fishing license. Visit one of the many Lake Tahoe fishing sites to learn more about fishing and the special regulations that are enforced at Tahoe.
THE COAST GUARD AT TAHOE: The station near Tahoe City operates 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Call 9-1-1 in an emergency and give the name of this beach!
SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR LAKE TAHOE - BUY OR RENEW A LAKE TAHOE LICENSE PLATE: Over 96% of the funds from Lake Tahoe license plate purchase and renewal fees support lake access, hiking and biking trails, and other important projects in the Lake Tahoe basin. Lake Tahoe plates start at $50 in CA and $61 in NV in addition to your usual annual registration fees. Visit www.tahoefund.org or call (800) 510-8246 for more information.
