Kayaking or canoeing around Lake Tahoe might be the best way to experience Big Blue, and it's certainly one of the most popular things to do in Tahoe. Follow the 72-mile trail that takes you around the lake at a pace where you can really experience the environment. Kayak and canoe rental businesses are readily found all around the area.
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Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
Bear Street and Highway 28, Kings Beach, CA
With its easy location in the center of town, Kings Beach State Recreation Area makes enjoying the sandy shoreline of Lake Tahoe simple. The park itself is free, though it costs to park there. In addition to a few miles of sandy beach, there are public bathrooms, a children's play area, volleyball and basketball facilities. Alcoholic beverages and smoking are not allowed at this beach. Charcoal or wood barbecues are prohibited, though propane/gas barbecues are allowed. There are boat, personal watercraft and paddleboard rentals. Dogs are not allowed on the beach; however, they are allowed in the picnic areas. In winter the bathrooms and most other facilities are closed.
With its easy location in the center of town, Kings Beach State Recreation Area makes enjoying the sandy shoreline of Lake Tahoe simple. The park itself is free, though it costs to park there. In addition to a few miles of sandy beach, there are public bathrooms, a children's play area, volleyball and basketball facilities. Alcoholic beverages and smoking are not allowed at this beach. Charcoal or wood barbecues...read more
With its easy location in the center of town, Kings Beach State Recreation Area makes enjoying the sandy...read more
Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
Timber Cove Marina is a centrally located marina in South Lake Tahoe. The marina has a multitude of offerings including accommodations at the Tahoe Beach Retreat & Lodge and dining opportunities at The Tavern, Boathouse on the Pier and the Tiki Hut & Beach Club. There are water toys like boats, Jet Skis, kayaks and paddleboard rentals available with Action Watersports as well as cabanas,...read more
Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
Are you looking for a relaxing adventure for the entire family? One of the favorite family activities in Lake Tahoe is to float the Truckee River. The gentle class two rapids take you from Tahoe City to the River Ranch Restaurant and Lodge at the base of the road going to Alpine Meadows. For those who would like to take the trip on a boat...read more
Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
Waterman's Landing is a place of gathering, delicious food and adventure on the shores of Lake Tahoe. This year-round hot spot is nestled on Patton Landing Beach. With easy access to Lake Tahoe, Waterman's Landing provides kayak and paddleboard tours and lessons as well as rentals of paddleboards, kayaks, canoes and other water toys. Fitness offerings include paddleboard workouts, beach boot camps and yoga sessions....read more
Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
Those staying on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe can rent fun, non-motorized outdoor toys at West Shore Sports. In the summer they provide rentals for bikes, paddleboards and kayaks. In the winter the store transitions into giving customers a chance to play on snow with downhill skis, snowboards, cross-country skis and snow shoes. West Shore Sports offers a delivery service to make things even...read more
Lake Tahoe Kayaking & Canoeing
Zephyr Cove Beach is a lively, easy-access and pay-for-parking beach that offers visitors plenty of recreational choices. Not only can beachgoers go parasailing and rent power boats, water skis, tubes, wakeboards, knee boards, Jet skis, canoes, kayaks and paddle boats, but they can also board a paddlewheeler for a cruise to Emerald Bay. Zephyr Cove Beach offers two dining options, including the Sunset Bar and...read more