Yes, you can take your dog swimming at Lake Tahoe!
Well-known dog-friendly beaches at Lake Tahoe include:
- Kiva Beach on the South Shore
- The north end of Zephyr Cove Beach on the East Shore
- Coon Street Beach in King’s Beach on the North Shore
Less visited are:
- The stretch of pebbly shoreline across from Blackwood Canyon on the West Shore
- Fido-friendly Patton Landing in Carnelian Bay
- On the Nevada side of the lake, you can pull off almost anywhere south of Incline Village and find a trail leading to a pocket cove with crystal-clear water and smoothly sculptured rocks. Take what you can get: parking is tightly restricted to deter crowds, so arrive early in the morning to snag your spot in the sun.
Kayla’s secret chow and splash spot on the West Shore: next to Obexers’ dog-friendly deli. You can order a hearty sandwich or salad at the deli, eat outside on the dog-friendly patio and then you and Fido can take a plunge in the cold, blue waters to the left of the boat launch. Well out of the way from the boats, the smooth pebbly beach is shaded and a great place to hang out, play fetch and watch the activity at the Marina. The Obexer’s folks ask that you please clean up after your pups.
Last updated on July 1, 2024.
