Emerald Bay Beach/Eagle Creek Beach

Emerald Bay’s spectacular beaches are accessed via the Rubicon Hiking Trail or by boat. Parking for the trail is located at Eagle Point Campground to the south, DL Bliss State Park to the north, and the Vikingsholm Parking Lot on the west end of Emerald Bay. The trail down to the beach is steep and not recommended for visitors with health or mobility issues.  Two beaches are located down on the waters edge.  One is directly in front of the historic Vikingsholm castle, and the other is 1 mile north at the boat-in only campground.

No dogs are allowed. Trail is steep and exposed. Only healthy individuals should attempt this trail. If arriving by boat, anchoring is only allowed on the west end of Emerald Bay. A buoy boat exclusion swim area is located south of the pier at Vikingsholm beach.

KEEP IT CLEAN: Lake Tahoe is recognized as an Outstanding Natural Resource Water. Please, join your fellow beachgoers in protecting this special place! Begin by being an example to others:

• Dispose of trash properly or pack it out.
• Never feed birds, squirrels or any other wildlife.
• Campfires are NEVER allowed on Tahoe beaches.

VEGETATION: Protect Tahoe plants! Keep outside signed or fenced protected habitat.

SWIM and BOAT SMART: Very cold water, sudden storms and unexpected waves deserve respect. Be alert!

PET OWNERS: Pets are permitted only on dog-friendly beaches. Use a bag to pick up after your pet, and use a leash. Protect your pet’s privilege to share the beach!

BOATERS: Aquatic invasive species are a very serious threat – completely clean, drain and dry your boat before launching it at Tahoe.

FISHING: Any person over 16 years old must have a valid California or Nevada sport fishing license. Visit one of the many Lake Tahoe fishing sites to learn more about fishing and the special regulations that are enforced at Tahoe.