Bayview Trailhead and Day-Use Area
Near South Lake Tahoe, California
38.94460, -120.10050
Campground Camping — Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit — This area can be extremely crowded on weekends. Please consider visiting in the early morning or late afternoon for a more relaxing experience. Bayview Trailhead and Day-Use Area is located near Emerald Bay on the south shore of beautiful Lake Tahoe. The trailhead is located in a shaded area at approximately 7,100 feet in elevation. Opening and closing dates are dependent on weather, but the area is typically open from mid-May through mid-October. Bayview serves as a trailhead for Desolation Wilderness . Campfires (wood, charcoal or any other solid fuels) are not permitted.
This listing comes from imported public agency data or community submissions and is not field-checked. Confirm current access, road conditions, fees, stay limits, closures and fire restrictions with the responsible land manager before you travel.
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