Round Hill Pines Beach
Zephyr Cove, NV
Round Hill Pines Beach is a resort beach on national forest land near Zephyr Cove, on Lake Tahoe's Nevada side. The sand comes with a beach bar and snack bar, plus rentals of everything from bikes and paddleboards to jet skis, and parasailing. Views run across the lake to Mount Tallac and the mouth of Emerald Bay.
Everything's on site and the views are great, but you pay resort prices for the privilege.
How we score beachesIt's a good pick for a group with mixed plans: some people rent a boat, some sit at the bar, and nobody has to drive anywhere else.
The resort charges for entry and parking off Highway 50; check current rates before you go.
A paved road winds down from Highway 50 to the lot, with a short walk to the sand.
The resort runs from late spring through early fall, with the busiest weeks in July and August. Afternoon wind can kick up chop on this side of the lake.
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