Toward the southern end of the East Shore, Zephyr Cove pairs a long, broad sandy beach with a full-service resort —” lodge, restaurant, marina and rentals all in one place. It's the most amenity-rich beach on this side of the lake, which makes it popular with families and groups.
It's also the home port of the M.S. Dixie II, the paddlewheeler that runs scenic and dinner cruises across to Emerald Bay —” one of the classic ways to see Tahoe from the water.
| Location | East Shore, near Stateline on US-50 (south of Incline Village) |
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| Parking | Resort day-use lot; arrive early on summer weekends |
| Fee | Day-use parking fee |
| Facilities | Restrooms, restaurant, lodge, marina, boat/jet-ski rentals, cruise dock |
| Dogs | Permitted in designated areas —” check current resort policy |
| Best for | Families wanting amenities, boat cruises and a full beach-day base |