The third and last (as you head North) of the series of southwest shore sandy beaches is Baldwin. The turnoff for Baldwin Beach is clearly marked on Highway 89. There is a five dollar parking fee. Once in you have the choice of the south or north beach. Both are very similar, except that Tallac Creek meets Lake Tahoe at the north beach, which is interesting for the kids. Beware! There are fence posts in the creek that for some reason still have barbed wire attached. On the north side of the creek you will almost always notice a lot of boats parked/moored/anchored. This is commonly referred to as Ski Beach (not to be confused with Ski Beach in Incline Village since everyone's welcome here). Unlike Kiva Beach to the south, there are very few, if any, rocks in the water at Baldwin Beach. Additionally, unlike Pope Beach, there is not any shade here. Dogs are not allowed here.

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Directions - From South Lake Tahoe head North at the 'Y' onto Highway 89 about 1 mile North of Fallen Leaf Lake Road and the Forest Service Visitors Center.