State park located on the western shore of Lake Tahoe just north of Emerald Bay State Park
General Information
Hours:
Daily: Sunrise to Sunset
Note: Most of the park is closed through Summer 2025 due to infrastructure upgrades; limited access via Emerald Bay State Park
Note: Most of the park is closed through Summer 2025 due to infrastructure upgrades; limited access via Emerald Bay State Park
Fees:
Vehicle Day Use: $10
Seniors (62+): $9
Walk-in or bike-in: Free
Seniors (62+): $9
Walk-in or bike-in: Free
Pet Policy:
Pets allowed only in developed areas such as campsites, paved roads, picnic areas, and day-use zones
Pets are not allowed on beaches, trails, or off-trail areas
Pets are not allowed on beaches, trails, or off-trail areas
Closest cities with hotels:
South Lake Tahoe, CA (10 mi)
Seasons:
All year
Best seasons: Summer for beach access and hiking; Spring and Fall for scenic views and fewer crowds
Best seasons: Summer for beach access and hiking; Spring and Fall for scenic views and fewer crowds
Location:
Website:
How to Get There
From South Lake Tahoe (10 mi): Head north on CA-89 for approximately 10 miles; access is currently limited to hiking in from Emerald Bay State Park due to park closures.
Overview
D. L. Bliss State Park sits on Lake Tahoe’s west shore just north of Emerald Bay, with sandy beaches, forest trails and Rubicon Point Light, the highest-elevation lighthouse in the United States. A popular trail passes a giant balancing rock. The park was donated to the state in 1929 by heirs of timber and railroad magnate Duane L. Bliss and now covers 2,149 acres.
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