Explore Lake Tahoe

All the best places to bring your pup around Lake Tahoe, CA

+ some honorable mentions worth leaving your doggy at home for. ;)

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ACTIVITIES

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Chimney Beach to Secret Cove Loop

Carson City, NV

2.4 miles out & back
Dog Friendly
Free Secret Harbor Parking Lot or parking along hwy.
Forest/lakeside trails, coves, nude beach.

North Beach @ Zephyr Cove Resort

Zephyr Cove, NV

Dog Friendly
Free parking along hwy or $12/day during the summer season. Parking fee is waived in winter.
Rock climbing, forest trails, beaches, picnic benches, kayaks, volleyball nets & more!

Sand Harbor Beach

Incline Village, NV

Dog Friendly October 15-April 15
Paid Lot ($15/$10 for NV residents).
Beaches, rocks, boardwalks, restaurant, benches & more!

Angora Lakes

South Lake Tahoe, CA

1.4 miles out & back
Dog Friendly
$10 Parking Fee
Steep but short hike to all 3 Angora Lakes, the most gorgeous hidden gem in Tahoe!
Road to trailhead only open May-October. Resort only open for summer. If you go when resort is open, don't miss out on their lemonade!

Fallen Leaf Trail

South Lake Tahoe, CA

3.5 miles out & back
Dog Friendly
Free Parking
Easy walk from trailhead to lake!

Emerald Bay

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Dog Friendly
Various lookout points to park along hwy or free lot at Inspiration Point.
Views of Emerald Bay & Fannette Island.

Eagle Falls

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Dog Friendly
Free limited parking off hwy or paid lot.
Waterfalls & views of Emerald Bay.

Eagle Lake Trail

South Lake Tahoe, CA

1.8 miles out & back
Dog Friendly
Free Street Parking or Paid Lot
Moderately Challenging hike up steep rocky steps is worth the views!
​Catch a couple small waterfalls too, if in season.

Kiva Beach/Tallac Point

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Dog Friendly
Free Parking
Trails, picnic benches, long beach for walking!

Hidden Beach

Washoe, NV

Dog Friendly
Free parking near Lakeshore Dr & follow trail along hwy OR paid lot at Sand Harbor Beach & walk along bike path.
Pitstops along the trail to get to Hidden Beach offer stunning lake views!

Thunderbird Cove

New Washoe City, NV

Dog Friendly
Free Parking off hwy
Steep climb from hwy to this beautiful swimming cove!

Secline Beach

Tahoe Vista, CA

Dog Friendly
Free Neighborhood Parking
Long flat beach for walking!

Glen Alpine Falls

Dog Friendly
Free Parking
Wide, strong flowing waterfall next to Fallen Leaf Lake.

Lake Tahoe Balloons

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Honorable mention to one of the coolest experiences of my life! The only hot air balloon that takes off and lands on a boat. www.laketahoeballoons.com

Ridge Rider Mountain Coaster @ Heavenly Mountain

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Gondola ride up to the Alpine Roller Coaster @ Heavenly Ski Resort.
$71 for one ride (includes Gondola ticket).

Bijou Community Park

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Dog Friendly
Free Parking
Fields, basketball court, volleyball nets, skatepark, disc golf, a dog park & a railroad exhibit.

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EAT/DRINK

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California Burger Co.

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Live music, outdoor seating & delicious food!

Cold Water Brewery & Grill

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Dog Friendly Patio! Great food & service.

Elements Eatery & Bar

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Dog Friendly Patio! Amazing food & service. Discount if staying next door at Hotel Azure (see below).

Sprouts Natural Foods Cafe

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Dog Friendly Patio! Quick, healthy & delicious food.

EJ's Cafe

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Wonderful service & delicious food/drink!

Clyde's Coffee Roasting Co.

Stateline, NV

Best Chai Latte in Tahoe!

Revive Coffee & Wine

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Feel good vibes & a short walk to the lake!

Cuppa Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Cutest coffeeshop inside of a bookstore! 

Keys Cafe

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Sweet and delicious chai drinks & great food menu! Very friendly and accommodating staff.

Ernie's Coffee Shop

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Best breakfast burrito in Tahoe!

Free Bird Cafe

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Chai, coffee, smoothies & açaí bowls!

Mandarin Garden

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Amazing takeout Chinese food!

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LODGING

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Hotel Azure

Dog Friendly!
Private Parking Lot
As soon as I arrived at Hotel Azure I felt right at home. I stayed in a One Bedroom Suite which came with a fully equipped kitchen, dining table, living room with seating area and TV, bedroom with TV, 2 closets, bathroom with bathtub and a balcony overlooking Lake Tahoe! The double hot tub with an overflowing waterfall was the cherry on top to a full day of exploring. Walking distance to many shops, restaurants and beaches, I will definitely come back to Hotel Azure for my next visit!