Some South Lake Tahoe beaches to temporarily close due to high water levels

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) will limit public access and temporarily close portions of some south shore beaches starting Friday, June 28, 2019. They announced beaches they own near Lakeview Commons and the Upper Truckee Marsh will close for public safety and to protect sensitive wildlife habitat and areas prone to erosion.

Beaches are extremely small or nonexistent this summer due to high lake levels. CTC asks for patience and cooperation during this time of high water and encourages beachgoers to seek alternate lakefront access using TahoePublicBeaches.org.

Conservancy staff and California Highway Patrol officers monitor Conservancy lands, including its south shore beaches. Campfires, grills, fireworks, and smoking and other fire hazards are not allowed.

To protect nesting birds and other wildlife, the seasonal Upper Truckee Marsh dog closure remains in effect through July 31.

They also announced the gates to Van Sickle Bi-State Park will close on July 4 at 5:00 pm. but will remain open to foot and bicycle traffic.