Lake Tahoe's standup paddleboard craze is full swing! With so many accessible beaches around Big Blue and other area lakes, and with the visibility of the water, this is a Tahoe thing to do that's great for people of all ages. If you're really into SUPing, consider taking the 72-mile loop around the lake!
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Truckee-Donner Recreation & Park District
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
15962 South Shore Drive, Truckee, CA
Lake Tahoe, 15 minutes away, gets all the attention, but Truckee has a gem of its own: Donner Lake. While not as big and broad as Big Blue, Donner Lake offers up a good bit of watery fun too. One of the best places to access Donner is West End Beach. In summer months, there is a modest admission fee to enter the 10-acre west end area, but the sandy beach and roped-off, kid-friendly swim area is the place to take youngsters to build sand castles and splash in the water all under the watch of life guards. Operated by the Truckee Donner Park and Recreation Department, West End Beach also has paddleboards, kayaks and pedal boats available to rent. There is plenty of fun on the beach area: two playgrounds for kids to get their kicks on, a sand volleyball court, tennis court and horseshoe pits. A snack bar serves up soft drinks, hot dogs and ice cream. Get there early and stake out a picnic table and grill. There are shady group picnic areas available by reservation.
Lake Tahoe, 15 minutes away, gets all the attention, but Truckee has a gem of its own: Donner Lake. While not as big and broad as Big Blue, Donner Lake offers up a good bit of watery fun too. One of the best places to access Donner is West End Beach. In summer months, there is a modest admission fee to enter the 10-acre west...read more
Lake Tahoe, 15 minutes away, gets all the attention, but Truckee has a gem of...read more
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
Ski Run Marina is a shopping and marina center highlighting water experience: restaurants, boat and water activities rental, cruise boat, fishing and shopping in South Lake Tahoe. It is the launching spot for day and dinner cruises on the Safari Rose and the soon to arrive The Tahoe Spirit. Ski Run Marina is the home to Riva Grill (amazing food and cocktails with impressive views), Artemis Mediterranean Cafe (a healthy...read more
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
Skylandia is a gorgeous, 24-acre state park that offers a multitude of amenities. Situated a mile and a half from Tahoe City, Skylandia offers both a grass park area complete with grills, picnic tables, paved trails and public bathrooms as well as a sand beach that offers leisurely walks with views that look up the lake toward Mount Tallac and South Lake Tahoe. The park...read more
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
South Tahoe Standup Paddle is a family-owned local business offering top paddleboard equipment and service to residents and visitors. With rentals, lessons and guided tours around Lake Tahoe, South Tahoe Standup Paddle brings together the best for those who want to experience the tranquility of standup paddleboarding on the clear, sparkling waters of Tahoe. All equipment needed is included in rentals. Their lessons range in...read more
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
Speedboat Beach is a hidden free public beach that is situated at the end of a neighborhood street. Located in a small local zone between Kings Beach and Crystal Bay Casino, this beach offers a long strand of beautiful soft sand, stunning giant granite boulders and easy access to the water. For that reason it is also a great beach to approach from the water...read more
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
Spooner Lake is an excellent winter and summer recreation area. The reservoir is home to year-round fishing, hiking and birding. In the summer the lake is the place for swimming, non-motorized boating and mountain biking, and in the winter the cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are great. There is a day-use fee collected per vehicle/bike, so make sure to bring some money. read more
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
Tahoe Adventure Company is a way to access any outdoor adventure in Lake Tahoe. Whether it is rock climbing or kayaking, mountain biking or hiking, Tahoe Adventure Company prides itself in creating custom recreation tours that connect exactly with what the guest desires. They add a ton of local knowledge to each of their trips and also offer kayak and paddleboard rentals and tours. Other fun experiences Tahoe Adventure Company offers include star tours, full moon, sunset excursions, group outings, backpacking trips...read more
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
Through their retail location in Tahoe City and rental beach-side location at Commons Beach, Tahoe City Kayak offers everything you could need if you desire to go kayaking or standup paddleboarding on Lake Tahoe. Ready to outfit you from head to toe with new gear or rentals, Tahoe City Kayak prides itself on being the trusted North Tahoe source on all things kayak (in a...read more
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
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
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
Whether winter or summer, Tahoe Multisport is a one-stop shop for getting out and enjoying all that Lake Tahoe offers. From top-of-the-line equipment to the guiding expertise you need to fully enjoy the area, they are set up to help you have a great time. Outfitted for backcountry and cross-country skiing and winter kayaking or paddleboarding, mountain biking and road biking in the summer, Tahoe...read more
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
Tahoe Party Cruise is committed to helping their patrons see beautiful Lake Tahoe from a different perspective. Their experienced captains have spent more than a decade on these gorgeous waters, so whether you are looking to bar hop, cruise the lake with your own food and drink, or party with friends and family, Tahoe Party Cruise guarantees a great time for everyone. If you have boating experience and...read more
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
The Tahoe Sports Hub is full of gear for every adventure sport for every Sierra season. From watersports, the trail and granite in summer to skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing in winter, Tahoe Sports Hub either sells it or rents it. There is an on-site bicycle shop that sells bikes and gear as well as offering bike repair and rentals. Other summer fun can be had...read more
Lake Tahoe Standup Paddleboarding
There is no shortage of outdoor sports equipment stores at Tahoe, but the biggest one in town is also one of the most well established and has a great reputation. Tahoe Sports Ltd. has been around for more than 30 years and is conveniently located in Raley’s Village Center. If it’s something fun that you can do outdoors, the staff here knows about it and...read more
