My husband and I came to Zephyr Cove - North Beach two Thursdays ago (in March). We came here to…read morekayak and decided up this spot because it was highly recommended by the woman who owned the Airbnb that we were staying in. On the afternoon that we arrived, we were lucky that the parking kiosk was not working and the gate to enter was open, so we lucked out with free parking. But will mention that this most likely was during off season because it was pretty cold on the day of our visit (we were one of very few crazy people willing to kayak in the water on this cold day (low to mid 60's). After we parked, my husband and I pulled our foldable kayaks over to the sand. After putting our kayaks together, we launched ourselves from the sand and then were off. Initially the water nice and calm but about 30 minutes into it, the waves started to get choppy and the winds were blowing kind of hard, so we only managed to kayak for about an hour but it was a fun visit. The view from my kayak was very beautiful and serene (before the winds starting to blow harder). Please note that near this beach is dog friendly, Zephyr Shoals Beach north of Zephyr Cove Resort. But where we parked and launched our kayaks is not dog friendly. There is food sold from the concession stands and there are restrooms on this beach (but I did not use any of the restrooms, nor did I purchase any food). Also kayaks are available for rent here. Overall, we had a good visit and would consider coming back here to kayak again the next time we visit Lake Tahoe.

Came here for a few hours to enjoy this popular spot. I was surprised by the $12 parking fee, but…read moreit wasn't too bad and they have public restrooms. The cove was nice, shallow, calm, and great for kids. However, I didn't love the rocky sand. The beach area is fairly small and people had chairs / blankets claiming beach spots fairly early for a while.

This was a great spot for a beach day! The only downside is that the parking lot is pretty small…read more You'll definitely want to arrive early! We came about 9:15 on Fathers Day Sunday and parking was about half full. I liked that there were multiple paths down to the beach so you could park close to where you're set up on the sand. They have bathrooms available on site which was super helpful for our little kids! There are picnic tables before you get down to the beach too. Parking is $12 and that's your only fee here, some other beaches in Tahoe can have a little bit more pricey of a reservation. It's about 15 mins away from main stores and shopping centers, and I had no problem with cellphone service here. This was a nice first beach experience in Tahoe!

the park is lovely but the wi-fi has horrible service. now I called their after hour phone number…read moreto get the password in order to sign into zephyrcove guest and according to Christian there isn't a password because they, and I quote, " we don't have wi-fi" end quote. Christian either just lied to me or he is insufficiently trained. I am currently on their wi-fi and have one bar. Really? this is a good size place and a popular camp ground, they should have better service. my hot spot won't even let me watch tv

Great spot love the convenience of everything. The close parking, the beach chair, umbrella and…read morewater activities rentals. The restaurant and if you choose to eat on the beach they bring it to you. All the staff were so helpful and friendly. Beautiful views of the mountains.

Best painkillers and views around! The bar is located on the beach, so it's easy to walk to and…read morefrom where your spot is on the beach!

Great clear bottom kayaks (canoes) enable you to see the crystal clear water…read more Great tour guide accompanied us on our two hour excursion. Van picks you up and transports you to the lake and provides life vests, waterproof bag, cooler with water and a snack. The only thing I would improve is the embarking and disembarking process. Trying to get out while over water is a bit of a challenge. Maybe some rubber mats on the beach would enable you to get out on dry land. Otherwise, everything was amazing!

An absolutely amazing way to see Lake Tahoe. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable and the…read moreviews were very incredible!

To launch the boat for fishing, my party of 4 uses Cave Rock because it's located in Nevada which…read moremeans less fees than launching in CA. As a non-Nevada resident, the cost to launch and park is $25 a day. If you're a NV resident, it's $20. To avoid the crowds and to ensure we have parking, my party arrives before the 6am opening time. Surprisingly, we are hardly ever the first ones in line. When it's our turn, the guy removes the seal (it's a wire that indicates that the boat has been inspected) and records a few notes. Usually, I pay for the $25 in cash, but you can use the kiosk which takes credit card, but it's not user friendly. With two launch lines, the place is initially busy, but calms down 9am -10am. After pulling out of the water, the guy re-seals the boat. There are bathrooms available as well as PFDs if you forgot yours.

One of my favorite hikes. I Live walking distance from this…read morehike and I take everyone on this hike. It is great in the morning and at sunset.

This place is always super clean! This is more of a family beach. Lots of family and kids…read more Bathrooms are near by. They have some tables and benches.

Want to check out Lake Tahoe and see the actual lake? You can visit Pope Beach, which is open from…read moreMemorial Day weekend through October. Pope Beach is one of several beaches located on National Forest land. When my husband and I came for a visit 2 Wednesdays ago (in March), it is during the off peak season. It has gated access for cars, in which it cost $10 (but prices increase during July 4th weekend). But we ended up parking along State Highway 89 (among other cars) and walked on the bike trail over to the beach. Unfortunately dogs are not allowed. It was nice to be able to visit this beach when it was not crowded and just watch the water (which looks to be really clean). The beach itself was very clean and this beach allows for you to swim, kayak, canoe or paddleboard. The beach does have public restrooms. There were also picnic tables and plenty of shade from the trees. Definitely a place to consider when you come to Lake Tahoe in the warmer months if you are looking for a little lake/ beach fun.

We were here in The beginning of March 2026. We were here during a warming trend. It was around 65…read moreand sunny. We saw people in shorts T-shirts and flip flops. No people in Bikinis but there were sill people daring each other to get in the lake and filming the experience. On course there were kind playing in the sand, digging holes and getting to there knees wet. There is also a jungle Jim for the kids to plan on and it was filled with happy kids. We found a picnic bench to sit at and over time another couple of guys joined us. We were happy to share our bench. We enjoyed the view of the lake and snow capped mountains. Very little snow up there. We also did some people watching and such watching. Dogs aren't allowed on the beach, but there were a ton. A few daring ones even enjoyed fetch in the water. Due to it was still off season there was still parking available. It did appear us like many others walked over, which helped with the parking issues. I've never been here during high season when the facilities were open and the snack bar was in business. The beach was busy, but not packed on our trip. I bet during high season it would be packed with a hard time carving out personal spaces. Due to this was off season it was free to come in but the facilities were not open. That was a bit of a dower as the bathrooms were closed. That put a limit on how long we spent here.

We visited in March and the beach was clean and not overcrowded. As expected, it was too cold to go…read morefor a swim so we stayed along the shore. We took some great pictures for my sister's bachelorette weekend with Lake Tahoe as the beautiful backdrop and headed home. It was a nice beach and we lucked out by not having to pay a fee unlike others who have reviewed so we had an overall good experience.

It's very nice and enjoyable. Theres a parking lot but they get full fast so get here early and…read morethere's restaurants around and a nice walk trail

This beach is very easy to access in South Lake Tahoe from most of the hotels and resorts around…read morehere. There's a nice parking lot and you can easily walk down to the shore down the stairs. You can also easily access the South Lake Tahoe bikeway. This beach affords great views of the mountains and lake! Love it and highly recommend if you just want to spend a lot of time at the beach without driving too much on the mountain roads.

A wonderful ride to Vikingsholm in Emerald Bay. Stacy and Aaron were both great on the boat. And…read moreYou owner Ed was easy to work with over the phone. We had 13 guests and we all enjoyed getting to know each other and visiting. On the way back we were provided with a beautiful charcuterie board and free wine, beer or soft drink. I highly recommend this this boat ride on beautiful Lake Tahoe.... Plus, otherwise to get to Vikingsholm, you have to hike down a mile and then hike back up

This was a very special tour for my very special mom's 80th birthday. She hasn't been to Lake Tahoe…read morein 60 years, and I knew she would love being on the lake *and* a tour of Vikingsholm - she couldn't hike to/from the castle, so this cruise was the perfect tourist combination for us. Captain Stacy and Mate Katerina were gracious hosts and provided us with lots of cool Tahoe history, in-between serving us cocktails and pointing out mutliple "must-see" points of interest in Emerald Bay. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour Vikingsholm (our docent was wonderful as well), with an added bonus of seeing Eagle Falls because we had a little extra time. When we returned to the boat, Captain Stacy provided us with delicious snacks and made sure we were "fed and watered" before returning to the marina. We had considered a few other boat tours of Lake Tahoe, and I'm SO happy we chose Cruise Tahoe. It was intimate but we weren't crammed in like sardines, very professional yet laid back, and the perfect amount of time on the lake for us. Highly recommend! Side note - directions to the Tahoe Keys Marina were excellent and appreciated for us 3 directionally-challenged girls.

Another place that I never knew existed. Fantastic view beautiful rock formations. You can scramble…read moredown to the lake below, but it's kind of vigorous coming back up and pretty slippery going down so if you're not wearing tennis at least or ideally hiking boots, I wouldn't recommend it. But if you are, it's a lovely little hike down and there's a bit of a road that goes along the lake.

If you're circling Lake Tahoe and craving a moment of serenity with jaw-dropping views, Logan…read moreShoals Vista Point is a must-stop. Tucked just off Highway 50 near Zephyr Cove, this scenic overlook offers a short paved path to panoramic vistas that feel like a postcard come to life. Also BONUS there is a bathroom! We visited mid-morning and found the lighting perfect for photos crisp reflections on the lake, snow-dusted peaks in the distance, and a peaceful hush that made it feel like our own private lookout. The boulder outcroppings are fun to explore, and there are a few informal trails that lead down toward the water if you're feeling adventurous (though they're a bit steep, so best for sure-footed hikers). Parking is limited to a small turnout on the southbound side, so plan accordingly. Restrooms are available in summer, which is a thoughtful touch for families. We packed a light picnic and found a quiet spot to sit and soak it all in--no crowds, no noise, just nature at its finest. Whether you're chasing the perfect photo, a quiet moment, or a scenic pause in your Tahoe loop, Logan Shoals delivers. It's one of those places that feels like a secret until you see the view and realize it's too good not to share.