Lake Tahoe has absolutely stunning beaches. Here is a list with some information about the high and low points of all the major ones. Before heading to any beach on a busy summer afternoon, you should have a parking plan, or better yet, an alternative form of transportation, like a boat.  In any case, you should expect to pay for parking at most of the popular Tahoe area beaches. 

Check out this TAHOE BEACHES MAP.

Round Hill Pines Beach - Lots of amenities at this Nevada side beach.

Sand Harbor - Perhaps Tahoe's finest beach.

Skunk Harbor - Tucked away on Nevada's east shore.

Lester Beach at D.L. Bliss - Sheltered cove on the west shore.

Angora Lakes - Lots of amenities at this 'hike to' alpine gem.

Lakeside Beach and Marina - Members only beach serving some Stateline area hotels and resorts.

Zephyr Cove - Party beach with Sunset Bar.

Regan Beach - More aptly described as a lakeside park.

Pope Beach - The first of three large southwest shore beaches.

Kiva Beach - Where Taylor Creek meets Lake Tahoe .

Baldwin Beach - The last stop before the west shore.

Emerald Bay - Boat or hike in only.

Meeks Bay - Beautiful sheltered cove. Family atmosphere.

Nevada Beach - Wide and windy Nevada beach with lots of room.

Tahoe City Commons Beach Park - Downtown Tahoe City Beach.

Kings Beach Recreation Area - Downtown Kings Beach.

Sugar Pine Point - West shore area known more for camping than it's beach.  Along the east shore there are six clothing optional beaches; Hidden Beach, Secret Cove, Secret Creek Beach, Black Sand Beach, Chimney Beach, and Whale Beach.