Kings Beach, CA

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Kings Beach State Park
Kings Beach State Recreation Area showing general coastal views, landscape views and forest scenes
Kings Beach State Park featuring landscape views and a garden
Kings Beach State Recreation Area showing landscape views, forest scenes and a beach
Kings Beach State Park which includes landscape views and a park
This Lake Tahoe beach town is famous for its clear blue waters, scenic mountain surroundings, free cultural events and summer and winter sports.

On the north shore of Lake Tahoe is the laid-back and picturesque town of Kings Beach. Enjoy outdoor adventure year-round, from watersports and leisurely beach walks to hiking and skiing in the nearby mountains. The town takes its name from Joe King, a card shark who won ownership of the town in a game of poker. 

The focal point of Kings Beach is the Kings Beach State Park, a picturesque beach park that stretches along the north banks of Lake Tahoe. The sandy, south-facing beach is one of the warmest swimming areas of Lake Tahoe and is popular with visitors and local families. Find picnic areas, changing facilities and a children’s playground. Marvel at the spectacular views of the lake and snow-capped mountains. Watersports enthusiasts can rent kayaks, paddleboats and jet skis or enjoy a bird’s eye view of the town on a parasailing tour. Watch free open-air concerts on the beach from June to August. 

Scattered along the town’s main boulevard are bars and restaurants, boutiques, street vendors and markets. Shop for curios and handicrafts at the Fine Arts Fair and Arts and Crafts Fair. The fairs take place during the summer months at the Kings Beach Plaza. Check out the art exhibitions at the North Tahoe Event Center, which showcases the work of local artists and photographers. Sample fresh produce and artisanal foods at the summer Kings Beach Farmers Market.

Enjoy adventure sports and discover Lake Tahoe’s mountain landscapes at nearby Northstar California Resort, set on Mt. Pluto. Come in the summer to ride chairlifts through the mountain forest, hike nature trails or play 18 holes on a mountain golf course. When the snow falls you can ski and snowboard on almost 100 trails and try other winter sports, including snow-tubing and snowshoeing.  

Reach Kings Beach by flying to Reno-Tahoe International Airport and then rent a car to get to here and visit other areas of Lake Tahoe. While visiting Kings Beach, rent a bike and explore the trails that lead through the scenic North Tahoe Regional Park.

Where to stay in Kings Beach

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Brockway

5/5(2 area reviews)

Nestled on the north shore of Lake Tahoe, this unincorporated community boasts the only hot springs at the lake, right on the shore. Explore the area's unique "grain grinding holes" in massive talus boulders along the waterfront.

Brockway
Tacos were okay.  Chips and salsa were good

Brockway Vista

If you're spending some time in Brockway Vista, Agate Bay and Kings Beach Miniature Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Brockway Vista
Crown Motel

Crown Motel

2 out of 5
8200 North Lake Blvd, Kings Beach, CA
Book a stay at this beach motel in Kings Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"I like how beautiful 365 view was and the private beach and beach front. I would love to come back and have the exact same room."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Crown Motel
Firelite Lodge

Firelite Lodge

3 out of 5
7035 N Lake Blvd, Kings Beach, CA
The price is ¥21,341 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
¥21,341
¥24,675 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kings Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (462 reviews)
"PRO: Beautiful hotel. Great location. I felt safe. Free parking. Great steakhouse restaurant across the parking lot. Clean room. CON: Need to put a $100 deposit before we got our code. We got the code to our room 1.5 hours later after a reminder text. There’s no staff in the office, so we text if ..."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Firelite Lodge
Stevenson's Inn

Stevenson's Inn

2 out of 5
8742 N Lake Blvd, Kings Beach, CA
Stay at this hotel in Kings Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Reasonable Pricing and Great Location
"I enjoy the reasonable pricing, quietness, great location and friendly customer service. The hotel is a throw-back, it's older, an original. I like that it still has the old Tahoe vibe and is always clean. I stay here frequently and it's always a clean bed to sleep in, and easy walk to the beach, ..."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Stevenson's Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge

Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge

2.5 out of 5
7630 N Lake Blvd, Kings Beach, CA
Book a stay at this beach condo in Kings Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (384 reviews)
"The beach access was great and parking was easy. I'd stay here again,"

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge
Edgelake Beach Club

Edgelake Beach Club

2.5 out of 5
7680 North Lake Blvd., Kings Beach, CA
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kings Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (421 reviews)
Nice location, sofa beds a big thumbs down.
"The location is amazing. Rooms were clean. However the sofa bed in our room was horrible . The mattress was old worn out with creaking springs. Our kid had to sleep on the floor."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Edgelake Beach Club
Experience the serene Lake Front Retreat at Brockway Springs Resort

Experience the serene Lake Front Retreat at Brockway Springs Resort

Kings Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Kings Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sand Harbor and Stateline Lookout are ...
"Even better than advertised. Well appointed and clean. Property management company very responsive and helpful"

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Experience the serene Lake Front Retreat at Brockway Springs Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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