James M.
9/24/2025
Best off leash beach to enjoy with your four legged bestie for miles around! One of our dogs learned to swim here. Lots of trails, spectacular views, and convenient parking. Put this place on...
Kiva Beach
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CA-89
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Located in South Lake Tahoe, CA, Kiva Beach offers stunning views of Mount Tallac and the surrounding mountains, making it a hidden gem for nature enthusiasts. Upon arrival, visitors are greeted with free parking and a Visitor’s Center equipped with restrooms and picnic tables. A forest trail leads to the large beach situated at the mouth of Taylor Creek, providing a serene setting for a leisurely stroll.
One of the unique features of Kiva Beach is its dog-friendly policy, allowing visitors to enjoy the beach with their furry companions east of Tallac Point. This policy, in line with an El Dorado County ordinance, sets Kiva Beach apart from other South Lake Tahoe beaches. The beach's tranquil atmosphere and lower crowds make it an ideal spot for a relaxing afternoon by the water.
Accessible via the Pope Baldwin Bike Path, Kiva Beach is part of a network of nearby beaches that can be reached by foot, bike, or a leisurely stroll along the tree-lined trail. Visitors can also explore the area further by stopping at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center to observe Kokanee Salmon in their natural habitat. Kiva Beach's convenient location approximately 3.5 miles north of the Highway 50 and Highway 89 intersection makes it an easily accessible destination for a day of outdoor enjoyment.
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Navin K.
9/1/2025
Superb beach at the Southwest corner of Lake Tahoe, very close to Emerald Bay - we went kayaking here yesterday afternoon. We got there around 1 and were lucky enough to find parking close to...
Michael T.
8/27/2025
What a fab find in Tahoe! This summer I got to Tahoe like a local and this was hands down one of my greatest discoveries. Where else are you going to find access to a beautiful and unique...
Lorena L.
9/19/2025
Kiva Beach is a beautiful, clean and dog friendly beach located in South Lake Tahoe. I took my pup there after three days of solid hiking so she could relax her little legs. I put on her life...
Jordyn L.
8/18/2025
Dog HAVEN. I came here because it was one of the first google results for dog-friendly beach in Tahoe (though I think most of them are dog friendly). I would say 80% of the people here had a dog....
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