Lake Tahoe - South Shore
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, California
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June 30th, 2026
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The south shore of Lake Tahoe is located on the California side of the lake with the main access via Highways 50 and 89. The south shore boasts a spectrum of commercial development intermixed with recreational opportunities that include water activities, camping, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, downhill skiing/snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hotels, restaurants, shopping, and gaming. Attractions include one the most photographed areas in the world, Emerald Bay and Vikingsholm Castle. On the south shore you will also find the Taylor Creek Visitor Center, Tallac Historic Site, Pope and Baldwin Beaches, Fallen Leaf Lake, Desolation Wilderness, Heavenly Mountain Resort and nearby Meiss Country.
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GPS 38.91390, -120.00500
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Nearby places
- Sand Pit 12N28 Tourist Attraction 1.0 mi
- Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit Christmas Tree Permit Campground (Paid Public) 2.1 mi
- Sawmill Pond 12N30 Tourist Attraction 2.1 mi
- Eagles Nest at Camp Richardson Resort Campground (Paid Public) 2.4 mi
- Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort Campground (Paid Public) 2.4 mi
- RV Village Campground at Camp Richardson Resort Campground (Paid Public) 2.4 mi
- Fallen Leaf Campground Campground (Paid Public) 2.4 mi
- Fallen Leaf Campground Campground (Paid Public) 2.6 mi
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