North Shore · California

Kings Beach

The North Shore's easy-access family beach —” wide sand, warm shallows and a whole town at your back.

Family Headquarters

The Most Walkable Beach on the Lake

Kings Beach State Recreation Area fronts one of the widest, sandiest stretches of shoreline on Lake Tahoe —” and unlike the East Shore coves, you can park, eat and rent gear all within a block of the sand.

The gentle, shallow entry and grassy picnic areas make it the North Shore's default family beach. Rent a kayak, paddleboard or pedal boat on site, then walk into town for ice cream or tacos when you've had enough sun.

Rentals on site Playground Picnic areas Dining nearby
Plan Your Visit

Know Before You Go

LocationNorth Shore, in the town of Kings Beach on NV/CA-28
ParkingPaid lots and metered street parking —” far easier than the East Shore beaches
FeePaid parking; beach access is free
FacilitiesRestrooms, picnic tables, playground, volleyball, kayak/SUP/pedal-boat rentals
DogsLeashed dogs in the area; check current beach signage
Best forFamilies, first-timers, rentals and easy in-and-out beach days
Good to know: Because everything is right here, Kings Beach is the simplest beach day in Tahoe with kids —” no long walk from a distant pullout. Mornings are calmest; afternoon winds bring small whitecaps that older kids love and toddlers don't.

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