Southwest shore of Lake Tahoe on State Route 89, approximately 3.5 miles northwest of the junction of SR 89 and U.S 50. The site is located .25 miles beyond the USFS Lake Tahoe Visitor Center on the south side of the highway at the end of a short access road.
- Amenities: Cross-country ski trails, dog sledding and snow play. Restroom on-site. NO SNOWMOBILING AT THIS LOCATION.
- This site is suitable general snow play and limited sledding.
- For more information call 530-543-2600.
The California Department of Parks and Recreation operates 18 SNO-PARK sites state-wide that provide snow-cleared parking lots with sanitation facilities and access to snow play areas, cross-country ski and snowmobile trails. Snow-cleared parking lots cannot be guaranteed on a daily basis because of weather conditions and snow plowing priorities.
Permit is required from November 1 - May 30. $15 per day/$40 for season. Purchase online .
Permits must be displayed on the left side of the dashboard, and clearly seen from the outside of the vehicle. Permits are non-refundable and non-transferable, and parking at a Sno-Park without a permit may result in a $94.50 fine. California Sno-Park permits are also valid in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
Parking is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Sanitation facilities are provided at each of the parks.
The Sno-Parks are located in areas that can experience road closures in harsh weather conditions. Call CalTrans at 1-800-427-7623 or check the CalTrans website to get information on roadway conditions when planning your trip, and carry chains and a shovel. Winter recreation can be hazardous, so it is important you consider your skill level, wear proper clothing, have respect for the terrain and park rules and regulations, and adhere to posted warnings for your safety.