Outdoors Stateline, South Lake Tahoe
Lakeside Beach
An outdoor spot in Stateline, South Lake Tahoe, free to visit and worth about 45 minutes. Best time to go: Sunset.
Why go
Small sandy beach near Stateline that faces west across the lake toward the Sierra crest.
It is one of 6 curated places we feature in South Lake Tahoe, alongside 2 activities, 1 outdoor spot and 1 sight. 2 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Heavenly Village and Edgewood Tahoe Resort. At about 45 minutes, it slots neatly between bigger plans.
- Type
- Outdoors · Nature
- Neighborhood
- Stateline
- Price
- Free
- Time needed
- 45 min
- Best time
- Sunset
Nearby
Our closest curated picks, including 1 beyond South Lake Tahoe. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.
- 1Heavenly Village
Pedestrian village at the base of the gondola, with shops, restaurants and bars a short walk from the Stateline casinos.
Sight · 0.5 mi straight-line - 2Edgewood Tahoe Resort
Lakefront lodge on the Edgewood golf course at Stateline, with fireplaces in the rooms and views across the water.
Stay · 0.6 mi straight-line - 3Heavenly Gondola
Gondola from Heavenly Village up the mountain, with an observation deck partway up overlooking the lake.
Activity · 1.6 mi straight-line - 4Heavenly Mountain Resort
Ski resort straddling the California–Nevada line above South Lake Tahoe, with lake views from most of its runs.
Activity · 1.8 mi straight-line - 5Emerald Bay State Park
Granite-walled bay on Lake Tahoe's southwest shore around Fannette Island, the lake's only island.
Outdoors · 7.7 mi straight-line - 6Sugar Pine Point State Park
West-shore park that hosted the 1960 Olympic cross-country races, with snowshoe and ski trails through pines to the lake.
Outdoors · Tahoe City & Palisades · 11 mi straight-line
On these curated routes
Lakeside Beach is a stop on our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.
When to go
Average daily highs in South Lake Tahoe run from 37°F in December to 83°F in July; December is usually the wettest month. For Lakeside Beach itself, we suggest: Sunset.
Modelled monthly averages for South Lake Tahoe from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full South Lake Tahoe weather by month.
Getting there
Map links open a live search for Lakeside Beach, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.
- Coordinates
- 38.96004, -119.95070
- Destination
- South Lake Tahoe, California
Lakeside Beach: quick answers
How much time do you need at Lakeside Beach?
Plan on about 45 minutes at Lakeside Beach. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.
When is the best time to visit Lakeside Beach?
Our pick: Sunset. Insider tip: On clear evenings the snowy peaks across the lake catch the last light.
Is Lakeside Beach free?
Yes, we list Lakeside Beach as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.
Which TripsCircle routes include Lakeside Beach?
Lakeside Beach appears on South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.
Add Lakeside Beach to your crew's plan
Save it to a shared TripsCircle itinerary, settle the timing with a quick poll, and split the costs with everyone going to South Lake Tahoe.
Plan South Lake Tahoe
- South Lake Tahoe travel guide 6 places
- Best time to visit South Lake Tahoe weather by month
- South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City & Palisades 18 mi straight-line
Lists & regions
Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.