Let the wind take hold and skirt around the shoreline of South Lake Tahoe when you venture out on a kiteboard. Summer and the warmer parts of the spring and fall are ideal for trying kiteboarding, one of the favorite things to do in South Lake Tahoe. You already know the lake is a recreation wonderland, so the question is how can you best access it? The Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park system is home to many beaches offer swimming areas, and these are excellent spots for getting your board in the water. South Lake Tahoe has recreation companies that offer kiteboarding rentals if you don’t have a board, and some will even provide lessons if you’re new to the activity.
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park
Kiteboarding in East Shore
By foot, Boaters Beach is reached via the same trail system that accesses Chimney Beach, Secret Cove, Whale Beach and Creek Beach. The trailhead starts at the free public parking about 2.6 miles south of Sand Harbor on Highway 28. The hike begins as a steep downhill and then quickly levels off. When it flattens out, take the trail to the left (right will take...read more
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park
Kiteboarding in East Shore
Cave Rock is an esteemed part of Lake Tahoe. Considered sacred by the Washoe Indians, the 3 million-year-old rock formation is known as the Lady of the Lake due to the image of a woman's profile. Cave Rock is 3 miles south of Glenbrook on Highway 50, and the entrance to the park is just a few feet south of Cave Rock Tunnel. The small...read more
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park is a park system found on the east shore of Lake Tahoe. With six different management units that total 14,301 acres, the park protects miles of dense Tahoe forest and beautiful sandy and rocky beaches. Within the park are the swimming areas of Sand Harbor, Chimney Beach, Hidden Beach, Secret Cove, Creek Beach, Boaters Beach and Whale Beach as well...read more
If you are looking for a pro when it comes to finding fun adventure, then check out Tahoe Jack's Adventure Authority. A guided tour, expedition and excursion company, Tahoe Jack's specializes in the South Lake Tahoe area. They have kayaking, rock climbing, hiking, mountain biking, paddleboarding, kiteboarding, wilderness courses, backpacking and night adventures for the summertime. For winter their journeys include snowshoeing, fat bike tours,...read more