Northern California is a beach lover’s paradise. From the rugged beauty of the North Coast to the many lakes and rivers that make this place awesome, there’s no shortage of places to relax in the sun and dig your toes in the sand. Some of the most pristine beaches are located high in the mountains of the Sierra, including Meek’s Bay. This gorgeous cove features some of the softest, whitest sand in Lake Tahoe… and that’s saying something!
Meeks Bay is a gorgeous beach located on the shores of Lake Tahoe, which is one of the premier tourist destinations in Northern California.
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This beach and the surrounding area will quickly become your new favorite spot along the lake. It’s a great place for camping near the water.
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The lake is known for its deep blue water that looks turquoise in some of the more shallow areas.
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It was formed eons ago during the ice age, and the movement of snow, ice and water on the granite and other rock of this area has created very fine, very beautiful sand over the years.
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It’s the kind of sand that sparkles in the sun and feels great on your bare feet. Lake Tahoe is a very interesting place because it combines the culture of a mountain town and a beach community. Locals and frequent visitors think it’s the best of both worlds.
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Meeks Bay is a lovely little resort where you can camp, stay in cabins, or book a room in the old fashioned lodge. It’s located on the West Shore of the lake in the community known as Tahoma.
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There are concessions and a restaurant on site. It’s called the Wa She Shu Grille and it’s name is a word of the Washoe people, who were also responsible for naming Lake Tahoe. They were pretty accurate when they decided to call it “Big Water.”
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The Meeks Bay area is like heaven on earth and offers nearby opportunities for biking, swimming, hiking, and boating.
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It can get quite crowded in the summer but regardless is a wonderful place to stake out a spot in the sun.
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The altitude makes the sun quite strong, though. Be sure to bring plenty of sunscreen and maybe even a shade structure.
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Meeks Bay is all in all a perfect place along Lake Tahoe’s shores and one of the best beaches in Northern California.
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Meeks Bay is located at
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Sand Harbor
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Have you been to Meeks Bay or other iconic Lake Tahoe beaches? Which one is your favorite and why? With so many to choose from, it’s a tricky thing to narrow down.
If you love relaxing by the water, you will probably enjoy this other article by Only In Northern California about waterfront restaurants.
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