Tahoe

The U.S. Forest Service has begun its annual process of closing recreation facilities in the Lake Tahoe Basin for the winter season.

Seasonal closures affect buildings, restrooms, and parking areas at many recreation sites, including beaches, campgrounds, interpretive sites, picnic areas, and resorts. While national forest lands remain open year-round, access may be limited due to weather and lack of services.

Upcoming facility closures:

  • Oct. 1: Round Hill Pines Beach Resort
  • Oct. 5: Tallac Historic Site
  • Oct. 6: Badgers Den Campground (Camp Richardson)
  • Oct. 12: Meeks Bay Resort; Echo Chalet restrooms
  • Oct. 13: Blackwood Canyon, Fallen Leaf, Kaspian, Nevada Beach, and William Kent campgrounds; Baldwin, Nevada, and Pope beaches; Bayview parking area; Kaspian and William Kent beach restrooms
  • Oct. 19: Eagles Nest Campground (Camp Richardson)

Some facilities closed earlier this month, including the Angora Lakes Resort cabins and store, and the Echo Chalet marina and store.

Year-Round Facilities:

  • Camp Richardson Resort’s hotel, cabins, and RV campground
  • Zephyr Cove Resort and Campground

Forest Service roads are expected to begin closing in mid-November, with exact dates available on Motor Vehicle Use Maps.

Visitors are reminded that winter services are limited; water, restrooms, and trash collection are not available at most sites. Officials urge the public to recreate responsibly by:

  • Packing out all trash, including pet waste
  • Parking legally and avoiding blocked or locked gates
  • Being prepared for winter conditions

Officials say that closing times are subject to change based on conditions and the weather.