Recreation area

Baldwin Beach

Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit · California — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Baldwin Beach is located on the south shore of Lake Tahoe, on Highway 89 approximately three miles northwest of the City of South Lake Tahoe. Baldwin Beach is a National Forest day use area operated by private concessionaire, California Land Management. Please note: Campfires and portable charcoal grills are not allowed on the beach.

Activities

  • PICNICKING
  • SWIMMING

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.