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Blue Onion Deli
Award winning deli, right across street from Tahoe Vista Recreation Area, sandwiches, "gourmet pizza", breakfast pastries, espresso, handmade chocolates, catering and to go phone in ordering.
7019 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe Vista, CA 96148
Phone: (530) 546-3913 or (530) 546-3915
Website: http://www.blueonion.com/
Boathouse Bar & Grill
Only restaurant on the pier.
3411 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 541-0113
Camp Richardson Resort
300 camp sites, 38 cabins, historic hotel w/29 rooms, biking, hiking, boating, lots of family oriented activities; closest marina to Emerald Bay.
Boat Access: Camp Richardson
1900 Jameson Beach Rd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96158
Phone: (530) 541-1801 or (800) 544-1801
Website: http://www.camprichardson.com/
Captain Jon's Seafood, CJ's Lounge
Upscale and hopping lakeside bar and grill. Dining on the Pier – 2 Bars; 2 Restaurants – Appedizers, Seafood, Steaks and more.
7220 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe Vista, CA 96148
Phone: (530) 546-4819 or (800) 471-1108
CB's Pizza and Grill
Pizza, salads, sandwiches, beer and wine, "to go" orders by phone.
Located in Carnelian Bay, CA, across from the local public beach access of Lake Tahoe, CB's Pizza has been offering delicious foods and spirits for over 2 decades. Our world (okay, locally) famous food uses only the highest quality fresh ingredients for our mouth-watering sandwiches, burgers, pastas pizzas and more...All served in a fun, family-friendly, casual environment.
Boat Access: Across the street from Gar Woods pier
5075 North Lake Blvd.
Carnelian Bay, CA 96140
Phone: (530) 546-4738 or (530) 546-4758
Website: http://www.cbspizza.com/
Chambers Landing Bar & Restaurant
Excellent restaurant (fine dining), historic bar at end of dock, visitor dock, moorings, water taxi, catering.
Chambers Landing is the oldest bar on Lake Tahoe. We serve a wide selection of items from the barbeque including Hamburgers, Grilled Chicken Sandwiches, Grilled Bratwurst and an assortment of salads including our Grilled Chicken Caesar, a deck favorite. A Kids Menu is also available.
Known for its pristine views of Lake Tahoe and its access by boat from the lake, Chamber’s Landing is Lake Tahoe’s favorite summer family hotspot.
Now booking weddings for 2009 and 2010.Please call 530.906.7201 to schedule.
Open Daily
Weekends 11:30 am - 11:00 pm - Starting June 20
Weekdays 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Beginning June 26
Open Daily 11:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Boat Access: Pier and moorings
6400 Chambers Lodge Road
Homewood, CA 96141
Phone: (530) 525-9190
Email: graham@dinewine.com
Website: http://www.chamberslandingbarandrestaurant.com/
Chambers Landing Pier
Small beach adjacent to Chambers Landing pier. Beach to one side of pier is private; one side is open to public.
Boat Access: Chambers landing dock
6300 Chambers Lodge Road
Homewood, CA 96141
Christy Hill
California cuisine, excellent food in a fairly formal setting; a short walk from Tahoe City marina.
Boat Access: Tahoe City Marina; off parking lot above Lakehouse
115 Grove
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone: (530) 583-8551
Website: http://www.christyhill.com/lake-view-dining
D.L. Bliss State Park
North of and adjacent to Emerald Bay State Park (they are administered jointly, and basically considered to be D.L.Bliss/Emerald Bay State Park), shoreline of D.L. Bliss stretches from slightly north of Rubicon Point to slightly north of Emerald Point.
Highway 89
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96154
Phone: (530) 525-7277, summer (530) 525-3345
Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=505
El Dorado Boat Ramp
Small city park with launch ramp down under highway bridge, run by City of South Lake Tahoe Parks and Recreation.
El Dorado Beach and Boat Ramp is the largest beach area in South Lake Tahoe, it is the place to go for large picnics, launching your boat, renting a kayak or water toy, viewing the lake, or simply to relax. Highlights of this facility include:
* Large turf area, perfect for throwing out a blanket
* Large picnic area, includes tables and barbeque pits
* Boat launch with floating dock (fee)
* Kayak and water toy concession
* Swim area, roped and buoyed (no lifeguard)
* Bike trail
* Restroom
* Two parking lots
Rates:
* Day Use $13.00
* Commercial Day Use: $35.00
* Annual Pass: $125.00
* Commercial Annual Pass: $365.00
Boat Access: El Dorado Beach on Hwy 50 at Lakeview Ave.
Harrison & Merced Streets
South Lake Tahoe, CA 95731
Website: http://www.recreationintahoe.com/outdoor_recreation/eldorado_beach
Emerald Bay State Park
Primitive boat camp with moorings, piers, and beaches; Vikingsholm Mansion, hiking (beautiful waterfalls), Fanette Island with the famous tea house, strenuous climb to the parking lot. The park is located 22 miles south of Tahoe City.
Hwy 89
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96154
Phone: (530) 541-3030, summer (campground) (530) 541-6498, summer (visitor center) (530) 525-3345
Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=506
Fanny Bridge
Must see!, not for the fannys, but for a glimpse of the biggest rainbow trout you could ever hope to see, feeding beneath the bridge.
Boat Access: Tahoe City Marina; modest walk to center of town
Highway 89
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Fire Sign Cafe
A very popular home-style restaurant for breakfast or lunch; across the street from Sunnyside.
Boat Access: Sunnyside Marina
1785 West Lake Blvd.
Tahoe Park, CA
Phone: (530) 583-0871
Website: http://www.frommers.com/destinations/laketahoe/D43732.html
Fleur du Lac Estates
One nice thing about Tahoe by boat is being able to see some beautiful architecture not accessible by land. Flower of the Lake offers no beaching, no docking, cool sightseeing, made famous by being used in (one of the) Godfather movies.
Fleur De Lac is not open to the public and does not do weddings or events inside or outside. The property and condominiums are private and not available for rent.
4000 W Lake Blvd
Homewood, CA 96141
Phone: (530) 525-5261
Fresh Ketch Restaurant
Right on the water next to docks, large outdoor patio; fuel dock is alongside restaurant.
Boat Access: Tahoe Keys marina
2435 Venice Dr
South Lake Tahoe, CA 95731
Phone: (530) 541-5683
Email: http://thefreshketch.com/dining/contact.php
Website: http://www.thefreshketch.com/
Gar Woods Grill and Pier
Very popular north Tahoe restaurant; good food and drink, nice deck, great lake views.
Boat Access: Great pier and moorings; water taxi. Pier is open to public and can be used by visitors to nearby businesses, including 7-11, CJ's, post office, laundromat--even miniature golf
5000 North Lake Blvd.
Carnelian Bay, CA 96140
Phone: (530) 546-3366 or (800) 298-2463
Fax: (530) 546-2184
Email: onthewater@garwoods.com
Website: http://www.garwoods.com/
Gatekeepers Log Cabin Museum
Interesting look at the history of Lake Tahoe (and its boats), right around the corner from Fanny Bridge.
An eclectic collection of Tahoe history, including photographic collections, oral histories and transcription, newspapers, court ledgers, maps and written materials, letters, clothing, artifacts and furniture.
Boat Access: Tahoe City Marina; modest walk past center of town and just south on 89
130 West Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone: (530) 583-1762
Fax: (530) 583-8992
Email: info@northtahoemuseums.org
Website: http://www.northtahoemuseums.org/gatekeeper.aspx
Homewood Marina
Mooring buoys, on shore storage, boat storage available, forklift launch, boat cleaning and waxing.
5190 West Lake Blvd.
Homewood, CA 96141
Phone: (530) 525-5966
Fax: (530) 525-0209
Incline Village
Beautiful swath of beach, launch ramp, but only available for use by Incline residents, temporaray renters, or homeowner's association guests; launch permit can be issued to those meeting one of these criteria.
Hwy 28
Incline Village, NV 89452
Jake's On the Lake
Large restaurant, heated outdoor patio right on the lake, in Boatworks mall.
Boat Access: Tahoe City Marina
760 North Lake Blvd
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone: (530) 583-0188
Fax: (530) 583-0203
Email: info@jakestahoe.com
Website: http://www.jakestahoe.com/
Kaspian National Forest Picnic Area
Nice, newly rebuilt (7/98) pier at the north end of pleasant picnic area (despite being somewhat close to the road), pebble/cobble beach, bicycle and hike-in camping inland of the main road (Hwy 89).
Directions: Kaspian Campground is located on the west shore of Lake Tahoe on Highway 89, near Tahoe City, California. From Truckee, take Highway 89 South to Tahoe City. Continue south on Highway 89 from Tahoe City for another 4.2 miles to Kaspian Picnic Area. Approximately 2/3 of the way between Tahoe City and Homewood.
South of Sunnyside on State Route 89, campsites across highway, rest rooms, picnic facilities, BBQ.
Boat Access: Pier
Intersection of Hwy 89 & Blackwood Canyon Rd
West Lake Tahoe, CA 96141
Website: http://fs.usda.gov/wps/recreation/camping/kaspian.shtml
Kings Beach State Beach and Pier
Pier use is free although only marginally suitable for tieing up (no bumpers or cushioning, only 2 sets of cleats), mostly monopolized by commercial ski and parasail boats. A large, free sand beach with paid state parking ($5), public beach, picnic tables and barbecue areas, kid's park, and public restrooms. .
Boat Access: Pier
Hwy 28 on North Lake Blvd.
Kings Beach, CA 96143
Kings Beach State Recreation Area
The park is located in downtown Kings Beach, off Hwy. 28. Restrooms, picnic area, barbecue grills, and playground area.
Kings Beach State Recreation Area features Ponderosa Pine and small brush covering the park's 700 feet of lake frontage area. This day-use only area is popular for water sports during the summer.
Hours: Dawn to 10 PM
North Lake Blvd.
Kings Beach, CA
Phone: (530) 546-4212
Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=511
Lake Forest Campground
Next to launch ramp and Coast Guard station.
2500 Lake Forest Rd.
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone: (530) 583-3796
Lakehouse Pizza, Eggschange
Pizza, pasta, sandwiches, salads, bar, breakfasts, occasional live music; small pier, can tie-up while dining; immediately west of marina.
Boat Access: Tahoe City Marina; or Lakehouse pier, if there is room (small and shallow)
120 Grove
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone: (530) 583-2222
Lakeside Marina
Launch ramp, boat storage, slips and moorings, boat rentals, fuel dock, "5 minute walk from casinos" (behind Harvey's Resort).
Boat Access: Launch ramp, boat storage, slips and moorings, boat rentals, fuel dock, "5 minute walk from casinos". Location: Behind Harvey's Resort
4041 Lakeshore Blvd (Park Ave. & Lakeshore)
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 541-6626 or (530) 541-9800
Le Petit Pier
Classic French food, extensive wine selection.
Boat Access: Up the street from North Tahoe Marina
7252 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe Vista, CA 96148
Phone: (530) 546-4464
Mandarin Villa
Szechuan and Mandarin, no msg, to go or eat there; above Lakehouse pizza.
Boat Access: Tahoe City Marina
120 Grove
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone: (530) 583-1188
McDonald's
Fast food.
Boat Access: Tahoe City Marina
952 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone: (530) 583-2050
Meeks Bay Marina
Marina, launch ramp, adjacent to campground and lodging.
7941 Emerald Bay Road
Tahoma, CA 96142
Phone: (530) 525-5588
Fax: (530) 525-4028
Email: mbr@washoetribe.us
Website: http://www.meeksbayresort.com/
Meeks Bay Resort
Camping, lodging (12 lakeside units, 8 lakeview cabins, 1 lakefront mansion).
Boat Access: Meeks Bay
7941 Emerald Bay Road
Tahoma, CA 96142
Phone: (530) 525-6946 or (877} 326-3357
Fax: (530) 525-4028
North Tahoe Marina
Full-service, speedboat-oriented marina; fuel dock, power boat rentals, storage, launching, boat sales (Fountain, Formula, Crown Line), full service (mechanical, hull, upholstery, canvas).
7360 N. Lake Blvd.
Tahoe Vista, CA 96148
Phone: (530) 546-8248 or (800) 58MARINA
Fax: (530) 546-8257
Email: service@northtahoemarina.com
Website: http://www.northtahoemarina.com/
Obexer's Boat Company
Part of Tahoe history, established 1911. Boat service, sales and repair, mast stepping, slips, mooring buoys, inside and outside on-shore storage, launch ramp, forklift launch, travelift, pumpout, gas dock, chandlery.
5300 West Lake Blvd.
Homewood, CA 96141
Phone: (530) 525-7962
Website: http://www.obexersboat.com/
Old Tahoe Cafe
Small cafe, friendly folks, across the street from Obexer's.
Boat Access: Obexer's
5335 West Lake Blvd.
Homewood, CA 96141
Phone: (530) 525-5437
Riva Grill
Upscale grill and bar, owned by Gar Woods.
Boat Access: Ski Run Marina
900 Ski Run Blvd. Ste 3
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 542-2600 or (888) 734-2882
Fax: (530) 542-3366
Email: onthewater@rivagrill.com
Website: http://www.rivagrill.com/
Round Hill Pines Beach Marina
Huge pier with Caesars and other big casino boats, ski school, big mooring field, short-term tieup at dock, buoys and watertaxi, may beach boat as well; snack bar, tennis, swimming pool.
Boat Access: Marla Bay
Hwy 50
Stateline, Nevada 89449
Phone: (775) 588-3055
Email: info@roundhillpines.com
Website: http://www.rhpbeach.com/index.html
Sand Harbor (Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park)
Sand Harbor is the most popular, with sandy beaches, a boat launch, picnicking and group use facilities. Sand Harbor is located three miles south of Incline Village on State Route 28. Nevada Division of State Parks, picnic facilities, restrooms, idyllic, beautiful little cove, often extremely crowded.Entrance: $12 ($2 discount for NV residents) (Apr15-Oct15), $7 ($2 discount NV residents)2 (Oct16-Apr14)
2005 Hwy. 28
Sand Harbor, Nevada
Phone: (702) 831-0494
Email: tahoesp@hughes.net
Website: http://www.parks.nv.gov/lt.htm
Secret Harbor
A series of beautiful, remote beaches. Because it is a hike from the parking lot and the lot is small, these beaches are less crowded that most others. Some are frequented by nudists.
2005 Highway 28
Incline Village, NV 89451
Website: http://www.secretcovenevada.com
Sierra Boat Co. Inc.
Amazing collection of woodies on site, both in the water and out; restoration, sales, service, chandlery, fuel dock.
Boat Access: No guest slips or docking (except for fuel); visitors can use Gar Woods pier and walk up the street.
5146 North Lake Blvd.
Carnelian Bay, CA 96140
Phone: (530) 546-2551
Fax: (530) 546-7321
Email: service@sierraboat.com
Website: http://www.sierraboat.com/
Ski Run Marina
Upscale marina with lots of tourist shops and restaurants, slips and moorings for rent.
Boat Access: Moorings; water taxi until 9 pm (do not attempt to enter marina; shallow water and limited room to maneuver)
900 Ski Run Blvd. Suite #1
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 544-9500
Skylandia Park
South of Lake Forest development; public pier, picnic facilities, small beach.
Skylandia Park is a 24-acre California State Park operated and maintained by the TCPUD. It is located 1.5 miles east of Tahoe City on Lake Forest Road. Skylandia Park provides bike trails, hiking trails, and picnicking. The park also features a beach, pier and swimming area.
Boat Access: Tie up at pier, anchor and dinghy in, or beach boat
Lake Forest Rd at end of Bristlecone
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone: (530) 583-3796
Website: http://www.tahoecitypud.com/parksrec/parks.shtml#8
Spindleshanks
Spindleshanks American Bistro and Wine Bar represents the best of both old and new Lake Tahoe. By offering regional American Cuisine and a variety of wines in a casual atmosphere, creates a dining experience that caters to both large families and couples seeking a romantic setting
6873 North Lake Blvd
Tahoe Vista, CA 96148
Phone: (530) 546-2191
Website: http://www.spindleshankstahoe.com/
Sugar Pine Point State Park
Nice public pier, main attraction the Ehrman Mansion, lots of activities offered, good hiking, 175 campsites.
The ski trail parking on the west side of Highway 89 and the day use area on the east side of Highway 89 remain open during the winter.
Seasons: The campground will close for the winter season on November 30th and reopen on May 1st.
Boat Access: Pier, anchor out and dinghy in, or beach boat
Hwy 89
Sugar Pine Point, CA 96142
Phone: (530) 525-7982, summer (530) 525-3345, snow phone (530) 525-7982
Email: lssec@parks.ca.gov
Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=510
Sunnyside Marina
Boat launch (forklift, $35.00), mooring buoys, docks, water taxi, fuel dock.
1835 West Lake Blvd.
Sunnyside, CA
Phone: (530) 583-7201
Sunnyside Restaurant and Lodge
Guest docks for restaurant customers, moorings, water taxi, good restaurant, hotel. When approaching from a distance, look for the bright umbrellas on the deck (at center of photo). On the West Shore of Lake Tahoe,
two miles south of Tahoe City.
1850 West Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone: (530) 583-7200 or (800) 822-2754
Fax: (530) 583-7224
Website: http://www.sunnysideresort.com
Tahoe Keys Marina
The largest marina on the lake, with 280 slips, 45 ton travelift, forklift or ramp launching, wet or dry storage, boat rentals; full boat service and repair available, fuel dock and pumpout.
2475 Venice Dr.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 95731
Phone: (530) 541-2155
Fax: (530) 541-8124
Email: sales@tahoemarina.com
Website: http://www.tahoemarina.com/
Tahoe Pines Beach
Beach launch site for small boats, sign posted prohibiting launch between 10 am and 4 pm., pebble/cobble beach, end of Grand Ave.
end of Grand Ave.
Tahoe Pines, CA 96141
Tahoe Vista Inn & Marina
Suites w/fireplaces, kitchens, and decks, on the lake, small launch ramp, some moorings (no taxi), 3 or 4 guest slips (very shallow bottom), but definitely not a marina.
7252 N Lake Blvd
Tahoe Vista, CA 96148
Phone: (530) 546-7662 (800) 662-3433
Fax: (530) 546-7963
Tahoe Vista Recreation Area and Boat Launch
Hwy. 28 and National Ave. Picnic area, barbecue pits, and public restrooms. Launch fee $5, $7 daily fee to park.
Hwy. 28 and National Ave.
Tahoe Vista, CA 96148
Phone: (530) 546-4212
Website: http://www.dbw.ca.gov/maps/facilityinfo.asp?facilityID=731
The Beacon Bar and Grill
Right on the shore next to Camp Richardson marina and pier, live music on the deck, weekend brunches. Offering an eclectic menu of seafood, chicken, pasta, steaks, pork, soups (including Clam Chowder), salads and appetizers
Boat Access: Camp Richardson
1900 Jameson Beach Rd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96158
Phone: (530) 541-0630
Website: http://www.camprichardson.com/the-resort/restaurants/beacon-bar-a-grill
The Old Post Office
Short walk from pier at Gar Woods, open for breakfast and lunch; a local favorite.
5245 North Lake Blvd.
Carnelian Bay, CA 96140
Phone: (530) 546-3205
The Wild Goose Restaurant
Upscale, lakeside California cuisine. Wild Goose is a Member's facility located on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe. Access to Wild Goose is limited to Tahoe Mountain Club Members and honorary "Friends of The Goose."
Boat Access: A few guest moorings and occasional empty slip in adjacent North Tahoe Marina can be used by restaurant customers; water taxi til 9 pm
7320 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe Vista, CA 96148
Phone: (530) 550-5096
Website: http://www.wildgoosetahoe.com
Thunderbird Lodge (Whittell Estate)
This private east-shore estate was built by George Whittell, an early Lake Tahoe eccentric who was the original owner of the Thunderbird yacht. No public docking permitted. Tours available by appointment.
Tours by Land: 1-800-468-2463
Tours by Water: 1-888-867-6394
Website: http://www.thunderbirdtahoe.org/
Timber Cove Marina
More of a long pier than a real marina; boat rentals, speedboat rides, parasailing and sportfishing.
3411 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 544-2942
West Shore Cafe
Bar & grill, upscale, California cuisine, extensive wine list, 5 kinds of Martinis, pier, moorings, water taxi.
Boat Access: Pier and moorings
5180 West Lake Blvd.
Homewood, CA 96141
Phone: (530) 525-5200
Website: http://www.westshorecafe.com
Wildman Coffee
Wildman Lake Tahoe is an eclectic cafe and coffee shop located at the beautiful Ski Run Marina in South Lake Tahoe, California serving food and drinks from over 11 different cultures, domestic, Imported, and Micro-brewed Beer. Everything on the menu is under $10, with views of the lake, mountains, ski resort, and outdoor patio with barbeque and fire pit.
Boat Access: Moorings
900 Ski Run Blvd. Unit 111
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 543-1210
Email: wildmancoffee.com/contact.php
Website: http://www.wildmancoffee.com/index.php
Willam Kent National Forest Campground
Campsites $14.00/night.
Boat Access: Anchor off beach
1995 West Lake Blvd.
Sunnyside, CA
Phone: (530) 583-3642
Zephyr Cove Marina
10-175 HP boats available, jet skis and pedal boats, M.S. Dixie paddlewheeler excursion boat, fuel dock (w/diesel).
750 US Hwy 50
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
Phone: (702) 588-3833
Website: http://www.zephyrcove.com/marina/index.cfm
Zephyr Cove Resort
Housekeeping cabins, RV Park/campground, horseback riding, 2 restaurants, general store and gift shop, some moorings and pier.
Location: Zephyr Cove is located on Lake Tahoe's South shore, 4 miles North of Stateline on Hwy 50. The rental office for all accommodations is located across the street from the Lodge, in the RV Park.
760 Hwy 50
Zephyr Cove, Nevada 89448
Phone: (775) 589-4906
Fax: (775) 588.5021
Email: emailzephyrcove@aramark.com
Website: http://www.zephyrcove.com