ActivitiesKayakingBaldwin Beach Drop-In

Baldwin Beach Drop-In

South Shore, kayaking

In short: Baldwin Beach Drop-In is a launch spot for kayaking in the Lake Tahoe area, on the South Shore. Known for: shallow sandy entry; calm water; family-friendly.

Where it is

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Details

  • Shallow sandy entry
  • Calm water
  • Family-friendly
  • Short paddle to rocky coves

Go with a guide. Paddle Lake Tahoe with a local guide who knows the launches, the wind and the quiet coves.

Guided kayaking tour

Conditions today

Right now
72°F, Sunny
Today
High 72°, low 48°
Wind
8 mph
Water temperature
65°F
Lake level
6,222.4 ft
  • TomorrowPartly Cloudy, 10% chance of rain68° 45°
  • ThuMostly Clear, 5% chance of rain74° 50°
  • FriPM Storms, 75% chance of rain61° 44°

Know before you go

Wind
Mornings are usually calm and the wind builds after midday. Launch early and plan to be off open water by early afternoon.
Cold water
The lake only reaches 65 to 70°F at the surface in late summer, and 45 to 55°F in spring. Wear a life jacket and stay close to shore.
Clean, Drain, Dry
Kayaks do not need a station inspection, but you must clean, drain and dry your boat after every use. Inspectors check at popular launches such as Sand Harbor, Kings Beach and Pope Beach.
Emerald Bay
The signature paddle. The bay is a no-wake zone and that is strictly enforced; give tour boats room at the entrance.
Parking
Sand Harbor fills by about 10am on summer days. Arrive before 9am.

Read the kayaking guide

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