If you want to paddle with your dog, you must bring a bag to pick up the poop and take it with you when you leave or put it in a trash can. Do not leave the poop bag on the shore or trail.
Due to our fragile environment, there are limited beaches where we can take our beloved canines. Although dogs are not allowed on designated swimming beaches there are many places for you and your dog to play in the water. Make sure you have a 6 foot leash, poop bags, and collar with ID tag.
Before you Launch:
Dogs are Tahoe Keepers too and must ensure their life vests and leashes are clean, drained, and dry to prevent the spread of AIS and to protect their gear. Woof! Watch this video and follow the steps here.
Tahoe Paddle Outfitters:
Several companies offer kayak and paddle board rentals for people and their dogs. Check their websites for details and reservations.
East Shore Beaches
Along Highway 28, only Chimney Beach and Hidden Beach. Incline Beach is private. No dogs allowed.
North Lake Tahoe
Racoon Street Beach in Kings Beach, California
Specified Dog Beach located east of the boat launch on Racoon Street with parking area, picnic tables, and bathrooms.
Carnelian West Beach in Carnelian Bay – Leashed dogs only.
Waterman’s Landing – Carnelian Bay
Leashed dogs are permitted to the east of the bridge over the wetland, while the west side of that beach is for people only.
Lake Forest Beach at the end of Bristlecone located at Lake Forest Road, Tahoe City. Dogs are only allowed west of the foot bridge.
West Shore
Kaspian and the public access side of Chambers Beach. ONLY leashed dogs.
South Lake Tahoe
Dogs allowed –
- Tallac Historic Site from Valhalla Pier to Tallac Point (where the Lake of the Sky Trail meets the lakefront). Leashed dogs with ID collar and poop bags only!
- Regan Beach Dog Area, located far east side
- Kiva Beach at Tallac Historic Site
- Zephyr Shoals Beach north of Zephyr Cove Resort
Dogs NOT allowed:
- Baldwin or Pope Beaches
- Meeks Bay Resort or beach
- Nevada Beach
- On any trails or roads into Emerald Bay, nor on the beach
- On any hiking trails or the beach at D.L. Bliss or Sugar Pine Point State Parks. (Dogs on 6′ leash are allowed in the campground, picnic areas, and paved roads.)
Dog Parks – Dogs must be leashed.
- Bijou Community Park – Located in the center of the City of South Lake Tahoe.
- Tahoe City Dog Park – 375 Grove Street at Highway 28 – 530.583.3796. Open dawn to dusk. Closed Wednesday mornings until noon for maintenance. Fenced, but no restrooms.
- North Tahoe Regional Park – 6600 Donner Road in Tahoe Vista – 530.546.4212. Pets are allowed on the trails, but are prohibited from all athletic fields (grass and turf) for health and safety reasons.
If you want to paddle without your dog, check out TahoeDog.com – Tahoe Vista – 530.546.2484
Truckee Tahoe Pet Lodge – Truckee – 530.582.7628
South Lake Tahoe pet friendly businesses, visit www.petslovetahoe.com