Ski Beach
Incline Village, NV
Ski Beach is one of Incline Village's three restricted IVGID beaches, open to pass holders and guests. It has a boat launch, picnic areas, a volleyball court, and bocce. The sandy beach sits next to the launch on Lakeshore Boulevard, so it has more of a boating, active-day feel than Incline's other beaches.
Good for an active day with volleyball and a launch, but it's busier with boats than the other Incline beaches and requires a pass.
How we score beachesCome for a pickup volleyball game in the late afternoon, when the heat breaks and the light turns gold.
A lot on Lakeshore Boulevard for pass holders and boat launch users.
Paved areas lead to the launch and picnic spots, with a short walk onto the sand.
Summer is peak season for boats and games. It's quiet from October on.
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