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jcerto
Brasilia, DF942 contributions
May 2022 • Family
The Baldwin beach is located at the south of Lake Tahoe, inside to the Emerald Bay, a nice place of this amazing lake.
To Access the beach is necessary pay US$10,00 by car, value that allow to visit the Pope Beach, nearby of this.
There is prohibited dogs, cats, ducks and other kind of animals. Also is not alowed do barbecues, to be nude or use drones.
All view there is fantastic, in any season. At the spring time you can see the top of mountains defreezing, and the trees green. If you're a brave person, you also can dive at the cold water, but only for a few minutes. At the summer the weather is very hot, but also you can enjoy the beach during all day. At the autum and the winter the rule is protect the body against the cold weather, but the beautiful white scene of the nature is something special.
For me this beach is less good to enjoy, comparing with the Pope beach, because pope beach has delicious shadows from the trees that are close to the beach. But despite this i recomend it!
To Access the beach is necessary pay US$10,00 by car, value that allow to visit the Pope Beach, nearby of this.
There is prohibited dogs, cats, ducks and other kind of animals. Also is not alowed do barbecues, to be nude or use drones.
All view there is fantastic, in any season. At the spring time you can see the top of mountains defreezing, and the trees green. If you're a brave person, you also can dive at the cold water, but only for a few minutes. At the summer the weather is very hot, but also you can enjoy the beach during all day. At the autum and the winter the rule is protect the body against the cold weather, but the beautiful white scene of the nature is something special.
For me this beach is less good to enjoy, comparing with the Pope beach, because pope beach has delicious shadows from the trees that are close to the beach. But despite this i recomend it!
Written May 26, 2022
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MJ-Sid
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA354 contributions
Sep 2020
Great beach. Clear water. Great views.
However the sand is not soft but comprises of sharp pebbles so make sure that your kids are wearing beach sandals. Also I hate the idea of letting such a large number of unruly lightly regulated rogue boaters on this lake. I wish that there was a policy to limit the total number of boaters to a very small number. It would be perfect if they could ban all motorized boats on this lake. Specially during long weekends the drunk boaters were clearly a danger to beach going swimmers and snorkelers (as the boats got too close) as well as to other boaters.
However the sand is not soft but comprises of sharp pebbles so make sure that your kids are wearing beach sandals. Also I hate the idea of letting such a large number of unruly lightly regulated rogue boaters on this lake. I wish that there was a policy to limit the total number of boaters to a very small number. It would be perfect if they could ban all motorized boats on this lake. Specially during long weekends the drunk boaters were clearly a danger to beach going swimmers and snorkelers (as the boats got too close) as well as to other boaters.
Written September 10, 2020
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Patty M
Colorado Springs, CO70 contributions
Jul 2020
We went to two beaches while in South Tahoe: Baldwin Beach and Pope Beach. Of the two, we liked Baldwin Beach much better. The sand here is a little finer and not full of pine needles like at Pope Beach. You can rent kayaks and SUP at either beach for a very reasonable price. From Baldwin Beach, you can kayak to Emerald Bay and back in 2.5 hours. The $10 parking pass is good for all day. Bring some floats; so much fun in the water on a hot late-July day!
Written July 25, 2020
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Rob F
Davis, CA21 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Our trip to Baldwin Beach was stopped at the gate. We wanted to launch our kayaks and paddle to Emerald Bay. Our kayaks are heavy sit upon style and we transport them on a small trailer. NO TRAILERS are allowed. Our disappointment was great as we had studied the park website and did not see any reference to no trailers allowed. I would offer that the Federal agency and it's concessionaire should state clearly in the website for Baldwin Beach that no trailers are allowed for any reason.
Written August 26, 2020
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jgold10529
Portland, OR378 contributions
Aug 2021
THis is a very nice beach which you do have to pay for parking access. THere is a parking lot off the main road across the street which is free and you can walk in there (maybe a 10min walk). Beach has some picnic tables and a few activities. Seemed a little more quiet than some of the other ones, possibly due to the parking fees?
Written August 14, 2021
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Eric T
Pleasant Prairie, WI17 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
Been to several beaches at Lake Tahoe. Very nice beach with the best restroom facilities by far. Flushing toilets and no smell. Water is great here. Arrive early as the lot fills up fast!
Written July 11, 2021
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JimmyJackk
San Marcos, CA5,129 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
It was a very cool beach it’s October so it was very cool outside. But we really enjoyed walking along the beach and shoreline of Lake Tahoe.
Written October 29, 2019
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JSmith
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Jun 2019 • Family
We were so disappointed in Baldwin Beach. We paid the $10/car entry fee and gather our things and head to the beach and there are so many geese wandering around?! What do geese do when they wander? Poop! There was goose poop everywhere! So gross, telling the kids to watch each step they take. We couldn't lay our our blanket as there was no space that didn't have poop. The kids played at the waters edge (which didn't have goose poop) and we sat at a picnic table that became available and was near the waters edge but it was far from a relaxing beach experience. Then the geese get in the water and probably poop there too :-( If the beach was clean it would have been great.
Written June 18, 2019
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Barbara C
Los Banos, CA145 contributions
Jun 2016
Baldwin. Beach is our go to beach while we're in Lake Tahoe. We bring our bikes with us and head out from this point for a fantastic long fun bike path ride. Then when we come back to this nice cream color sand beach for some r&r and a picnic it's the perfect setting. Across the lake you can take in all the beauty of the area. I highly recommend BB.
Written April 11, 2017
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JCWebb54
Prosper, TX128 contributions
Sep 2020
The water was very clean, clear. The beaches are kept clean as well as onsite restrooms. Great place to spend morning or afternoon.
Written September 17, 2020
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Do I need to make a reservation to picnic at this beach? Or can I just show up and pay the parking fee?
Can you launch jet ski there??
Mike M
Sparks, NV18 contributions
No, you can't launch a jet ski from Baldwin. You can launch kayaks and paddle boards. You can drive your boat or jet ski up to the north end of the beach and moor your boat.
What time does the beach parking open up?
Barbara C
Los Banos, CA145 contributions
I'm not sure but here is the Lake Tahoe Basin Forest Supervisor Office # 530-543-2600 M-F 8;00-4:30 they might be able to help. Good Luck
Workin' for vacation
White Salmon, WA30 contributions
How far of a paddle is it from here to Emerald Bay? Has anyone done it? Was it difficult? We will be vising tahoe soon with some teenagers and kayaks/paddleboard.
Jill P
Spokane, WA1 contribution
It was very difficult! Lots of wind and boats and it’s well over 6 miles Rt.
Baldwin Beach (South Lake Tahoe) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Baldwin Beach
- Hotels near Baldwin Beach:
- (2.64 mi) Fireside Lodge Bed and Breakfast
- (5.97 mi) Deerfield Lodge at Heavenly
- (6.11 mi) Heavenly Valley Lodge
- (5.89 mi) Alder Inn
- (5.94 mi) Postmarc Hotel and Spa Suites
- Restaurants near Baldwin Beach:
- (2.72 mi) Evan's American Gourmet Cafe
- (6.63 mi) Flatstick Pub
- (1.38 mi) The Beacon Bar & Grill
- (6.56 mi) Getaway Cafe
- (4.05 mi) Bert's Cafe