Only two public boat ramps will be available for launching boats this summer on Lake Tahoe due to low water levels. Lake Forest Boat Ramp in Tahoe City and the boat ramp at Cave Rock State Park on the East Shore will be the only public ramps open for launching.
Boaters should plan ahead and expect traffic and limited parking availability at both locations, make inspection appointments in advance of arriving at Lake Tahoe, and consider launching at private marinas on Lake Tahoe as an alternative.
Inspections are required to launch boats on Lake Tahoe and Donner, Fallen Leaf and Echo lakes. Inspections are only available at designated stations at Alpine Meadows, Spooner Summit and Meyers. All other waterways require self-inspections.
Due to limited motorized launching on Lake Tahoe, those with SUPs, kayaks and other non-motorized craft are asked to launch at ramps closed to motorized vessels and local beaches to alleviate traffic and parking issues. Read our Boating chart for information on public ramps and inspections. | tahoeboatinspections.com
