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Businesses and Boating Destinations in the Area
The listings below include all types of businesses and boating destinations in the South Shore area. To see a list for a single category spanning the entire lake, click on a link to the right. To select a different region, go to the home page and click on a region of the chart.
Balloons Over Lake Tahoe
Approximately 3-hour flights, weather permitting; season is May thru October.
Boat Access: Tahoe Keys Marina
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Phone: (530) 544-7008
Boathouse Bar & Grill
Only restaurant on the pier.
3411 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 541-0113
Camp Richardson Corral
Horesback riding lessons, guided trail rides, wagon and hay rides, sleigh rides, wilderness expeditions.
Boat Access: Camp Richardson
1900 Jameson Beach Rd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96158
Phone: (530) 541-3113
Website: http://www.camprichardson.com/
Camp Richardson Marina
Boat service and repair, fishing and sailing excursions and charters, boat rentals (kayaks, jet skis, runabouts, paddle boats), raft tours, boat and accessory sales, mooring buoy rentals.
Boat Access: Free mooring or tie-up at pier when patronizing Camp Richardson businesses
1900 Jameson Beach Rd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96158
Phone: (530) 542-6570
Website: http://www.camprichardson.com/
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/
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
El Dorado County Sheriff-Coroner
Jurisdiction: California side, southwest quadrant, land and water.
1360 Johnson Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 95731
Phone: (530) 544-3464 or (530) 573-3300
Four Reel Sportfishing
Year-round sportfishing on a 32' Farallon with a heated cabin, private head, downriggers, and full fishing equipment. Operates from Tahoe Keys Marina. Captain Neil Cohn.
Tahoe Keys Marina
Phone: (530) 573-0141
Email: neil@fourreel.com
Website: http://www.southlaketahoesportfishing.com/
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/
Lake Tahoe Marine Center
Authorized dealer for Mercruiser, OMC, Volvo Penta, Evinrude. At Camp Richardson Marina.
Boat Access: Camp Richardson
1900 Jameson Beach Rd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 544-1954
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
Mountain Sports Center
Climbing rock, mountain bike center and rentals, hiking trails, camping equipment, cross-country ski trails, ski and snowshoe rentals, lessons and ski parties, horsedrawn sleigh rides.
Boat Access: Camp Richardson
1900 Jameson Beach Rd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96158
Phone: (530) 542-6584
Website: http://www.camprichardson.com/
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/
Sail Woodwind
Two sailing catamarans, one 30 passenger and the other, 50 passenger; sail year round, depending on bookings, from Zephyr Cove and Camp Richardson.
760 Hwy 50
Zephyr Cove, Nevada 89448
Phone: (702) 588-3000 or (888) 867-6394
Email: karen@tahoecruises.com
Website: http://www.sailwoodwind.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
South Lake Tahoe City Police
1352 Johnson Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 95731
Phone: (530) 542-6100 (Emergency ) or (530) 542-6123 (Non-Emergency)
Fax: (530) 542-6146
Website: http://www.sltpd.com/
South Tahoe Area Ground Express (STAGE)
City buses and "The Nifty 50 Trolleys" run from 6 am to 12 pm, and 10 am to 10 pm, respectively from Zephyr Cove to Emerald Bay.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 541-6328
Tahoe Keys Boat Rental
Large variety of rental boats.
2435 Venice Dr. E Ste. 91
South Lake Tahoe, CA 95731
Phone: (530) 541-8405
Email: info@tahoesports.com
Tahoe Keys Chandlery
Well-stocked, lots of parts, small boats, outboards, and accessories.
2475 Venice Dr.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 95731
Phone: (530) 541-5022
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 Keys Resort
Rentals of condos, homes and villas, tennis, golf, health club, spa; docks in front of many units.
2475 Venice Dr.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 95731
Phone: (530) 544-5397, (800) MY-TAHOE
Tahoe Keys Yacht Club
2475 Venice Dr.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 95731
Tahoe Queen
Authentic looking Mississippi river style paddlewheeler, cruises and dinner cruises.
900 Ski Run Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (800) 238-2463
Email: emailzephyrcove@aramark.com
Website: http://www.zephyrcove.com/
Tahoe Sailing Charters
Daily afternoon and sunset cruises aboard the 50-foot sailing yacht "Tahoe Cruz", with Captain Mike and Captain Jim. Private charters are also available.
700 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone: (530) 583-6200
Email: tahoesailingcharters@gmail.com
Website: http://www.tahoesail.com/
Tahoe Sport Fishing (Zephyr Cove Marina )
7 boats available, year round fishing, Mackinaw specialists, boats from 26' to 45'.
760 Highway 50
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
Phone: Phone: (775) 586-9338 or (800) 696-7797
Fax: (530) 541-7721
Email: info@tahoesportfishing.com
Website: http://www.tahoesportfishing.com/
Tahoe Sportfishing (Ski Run Marina)
7 boats available, year round fishing, Mackinaw specialists, boats from 26' to 45'.
5180 West Lake Blvd. Ste. 102
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: (530) 541-5448 or (800) 696-7797
Fax: (530) 541-7721
Email: info@tahoesports.com
Website: http://www.tahoesportfishing.com/
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 Party Boat
52 ft. motor yacht, regular cruises and charters, at Tahoe Keys.
2435 Venice Dr.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 95731
Phone: (530) 542-2111 or (888) 542-2111
Fax: (530) 541-1720
Email: info@tahoesports.com
Website: http://partyboatlaketahoe.com/
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
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