Pets allowed
Allowed
Guided tours
No
Backcountry camping
No
Lodging
No
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Sand Harbor has some of the oldest history in all of Lake Tahoe. Originally inhabited by the Washoe Native American Tribe, the Sand Harbor area was later home to the Sierra Wood and Lumber Company in the 1880s. The land then became a luxurious summer resort for well-off guests. The State of Nevada finally bought the land, and Sand Harbor became the centerpiece for the Lake Tahoe State Park.

Sand Harbor State park has a multitude of activities along its shores, including scuba diving, swimming, kayaking, boating, hiking and picnicking. A half-mile nature trail loop snakes through the rocks and around the back of the visitor center. You may also follow a half-mile trail along the shore to the nearby Memorial Point Overlook. Boat and kayak rentals are available, and the visitor center holds a small snack bar and grill. The yearly Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival takes place in the park with an incredible backdrop of the lake and surrounding peaks.

Although entry is a bit expensive at $12, the fee includes entrance to other parks in the area, including the beautiful Spooner Lake Park.

Logistics + Planning

Preferable season(s)

Spring
Summer
Fall

Congestion

High

Parking Pass

State Park Fee

Pros

Many activites. Beautiful beach.

Cons

Expensive entry. Can be crowded.

Features

ADA accessible
Flushing toilets
Boat ramp(s)
Potable water
Picnic tables
Marina
Fishing

Location

Nearby Adventures

Nearby Lodging + Camping

Comments

07/12/2018
Great park review
Just went paddle-boarding here a couple weeks ago! So phenomenal! It was my first visit to Lake Tahoe and I'll definitely go back here. Highly recommend!!!
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