Emerald Bay State Park Tours and Tickets

Travel all the way around scenic Lake Tahoe in a comfortable shuttle on this 7-hour tour. Led by a local guide, you’ll cover close to 70 miles (110km), making stops at the beautiful vistas of Sand Harbor and Emerald Bay. You’ll also visit a charming village at Squaw Valley Ski Resort, and explore Tahoe City on the lake’s north shore, stopping to purchase lunch. As you go, your guide will provide rich historical context for the beautiful landscape surrounding you.

Get to know Lake Tahoe while keeping your eyes on the road and the magnificent scenery with a self-guided audio tour designed for listening in your own car. Many of Tahoe's natural and historic treasures are tucked away, but this downloadable smartphone app will take you to must-see locations and hidden gems. Start and stop the tour whenever you like, and explore Tahoe at your own pace.

Weight limits apply: Maximum per-passenger weight is 250lbs. Maximum weight of all passengers combined must not exceed 500lbs. Passenger weights must be accurately provided at time of booking. Groups reaching a combined weight of 500 lbs will be subject to a weight check upon arrival for their flight. Any individual weighing 300 lbs or more will not be permitted to fly per the limitations of the aircraft. Any cancellation of a planned flight due to weights exceeding the maximum allowable aircraft weight (individual or combined) will be charged at full price. Showcasing beautiful Fallen Leaf lake, Cascade Lake, Taylor Creek, and Pope Beach, this tour heads to breathtaking Emerald Bay. Surrounded by granite cathedrals and fed by Eagle falls, the lake's only true bay is named for its emerald green waters.

Tahoe photographic tours offer a unique way to enjoy Lake Tahoe’s natural wonders and receive photography tips as you are led by an experienced photo guide who provides tips and shares information about the area. Whether you’re looking to snap a poster-worthy shot of snow-covered mountains, towering trees, wild flowers or the glassy lake itself, you’ll learn how to shoot in the great outdoors and see some of Lake Tahoe’s most beautiful natural sights, including Emerald Bay. Select either a half-day or full-day tour.

Explore the south and west shores of Lake Tahoe, from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City, at your own pace with this flexible, self-guided driving tour. Pass by attractions like the Tallac Historic Site, Emerald Bay, D.L. Bliss State Park, and learn about historic points like Tahoe’s historic homes, gaming, and the trees of Tahoe’s forests. Includes convenient offline access to audio commentary, maps, and geodata.

Travel in style and enjoy the best of Lake Tahoe without the crowds on board an elegant boat. This private charter is exclusively for your party and takes you through Emerald Bay, to the lake's only island, Fannett Island, where you'll dock if conditions allow, and to Rooster Rock in D.L. Bliss State Park.

Up the romance factor on your trip to Lake Tahoe with this private boat charter. Leave the crowds behind by setting sail on an elegant boat. Customize the itinerary to your own preferences and watch the sun go down as you cruise through Emerald Bay, stopping at places such as Sugar Pine State Park or Secret Harbor.

Enjoy the best of Lake Tahoe without the crowds by setting sail on an elegant boat. In the company of just your party and the crew, watch the sun go down as you cruise through Emerald Bay, D.L. Bliss State Park, and Rubicon Bay, and enjoy a few glasses of white wine and a selection of cheese, fruit, and crackers.

Enjoy a unique perspective and cruise around Lake Tahoe in style in a Polaris Slingshot. Feel the wind and an adrenaline rush as you zip around on this speedy, three-wheeled open-air roadster. With a half-day rental, you have enough time to drive around the whole lake, with time for stops at highlights like Emerald Bay.

Escape from the crowds and cruise around Lake Tahoe in style. This private boat charter is exclusively for your party and takes you onto the lake and to beautiful beaches on board an elegant boat. Along the way you'll visit landmarks including Vikingsholm Castle and D.L. Bliss State Park.

Explore Lake Tahoe’s famous Emerald Bay the vintage way aboard a restored classic wooden boat from the 1950s. With this private charter for up to six passengers, cruise the lake on your own terms with a dedicated captain who knows the best vistas and shorelines. Cruise during the calmest and least-crowded times of day to experience the lake the way it was meant to be.

For the ultimate Lake Tahoe cruise, charter the eye-catching “Grateful Red” custom speedboat for your family or group of friends. The boat is entirely yours for a half day, with a dedicated captain to whisk you around to the lake’s most enchanting places. Stop along the way to swim in Rubicon Bay, explore Vikingsholm and the Hellman-Erhman mansion, and hike along the forested trails of Emerald Bay, all on your own schedule.

Set sail on the elegant vessel Grateful Red and leave the crowds of Tahoe behind. This private boat charter is exclusively for your party and takes you out onto Lake Tahoe and through Emerald Bay. You'll soak up idyllic views as you visit beautiful beaches and tour the grounds of Vikingsholm Castle.

The highlight of your vacation will be enjoying beautiful Lake Tahoe in your own private luxury boat. This 25 ft powerboat holds up to eight guests and includes a driver so you can relax and enjoy the day! The boat is luxurious and fast, 502mag 436 horse power engine, $3,000 stereo system and an open bow. You depart the Tahoe Keys Marina past beautiful Pope Beach, Baldwin Beach and historic Camp Richardson. Along the way, there are perfect photo opportunities, and swimming spots. We continue cruising to the famous Emerald Bay, the most photographed place on the lake. Natural beauty abounds and you’ll see the only island on Lake Tahoe, Fannette Island and cruise to the end of Emerald Bay where you will see the famous Vikingsholm Mansion. There’s time to swim, or play/picnic on the beach - the time is yours to enjoy Lake Tahoe on your own, private luxury boat. Pricing includes driver, gas, safety gear, beach toys - bring anything you like on board and enjoy the day!

The highlight of your vacation will be enjoying beautiful Lake Tahoe in your own private luxury boat. This 25 ft powerboat holds up to eight guests and includes a driver so you can relax and enjoy the day! The boat is luxurious and fast, 502mag 436 horse power engine, $3,000 stereo system and an open bow. You depart the Tahoe Keys Marina past beautiful Pope Beach, Baldwin Beach and historic Camp Richardson. We continue cruising to the famous Emerald Bay, the most photographed place on the lake. Natural beauty abounds and you’ll see the only island on Lake Tahoe, Fannette Island and where you will see the famous Vikingsholm Mansion. Traveling up the West shore we will go through Rubicon Bay before entering McKinney Bay where the God Father house is. There’s time to swim and sun bath- the time is yours to enjoy Lake Tahoe on your own, private luxury boat. Pricing includes driver, gas, safety gear, beach toys - bring anything you like on board and enjoy the day!

Our boat is new and rated for 14 guests but we only take six for a roomy relaxing experience.Our boat has an enclosed toilet compartment.

Our boat is set up perfectly for sightseeing with an open lounge from front to back.Large Bimini top for plenty of shade on those hot days.

Cruise in style and see the best of Lake Tahoe with this private half-day luxury yacht charter on a Sea Ray. Enjoy views of South Lake Tahoe, Emerald Bay State Park, D.L. Bliss State Park, and the estates of Rubicon Estates, and go for a swim in the clear waters of Lake Tahoe at a hidden cove. A cooler with ice and water is provided.

Download self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Lake Tahoe road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along the route, all based on your location. You'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including one of the most photographed places on earth, historical estates from the turn of the 20th century, and a famous mountain pass that has witnessed some epic moments in American history. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t. ✅ Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location ✅ Travel at your own pace ✅ Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed ✅ Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use ✅ No time limits or expiry, free updates ✅ Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Located on the beautiful shores of South Lake Tahoe, Boat Tahoe provides the ultimate boating experience on Lake Tahoe! With our private captained boat tours choose from a day of cruising the lake while visiting Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, Fannette Island, D.L. Bliss State Park, Rubicon Bay, Meeks Bay, Sugar Pine Point State Park and more or enjoying a more action packed day of tubing, wakeboarding or water skiing. Our US Coast Guard licensed captains can cater your tour to your exact needs! Book your adventure today and enjoy an amazing day on Lake Tahoe!

​​*** We are now closed for the winter. We’ll be back next May. Check the schedule for next summer availability. *** Join us on a restored 1958 Century Coronado named Radiance, a classic American wooden boat. This is like riding in a classic car on the water. With its big powerful engine, this will take you back to the grand days on the water on the 50's. It's a truly unique experience. ​ Private charters with a maximum of 6 people. Perfect for a couples night-out, special occasion birthday, anniversary cruise or an intimate wedding. Radiance cruises are best appreciated during the early morning and evening alpenglow hours. Daytime lake conditions are less predictable, yet cruises are available and always a good time. Our staff at Alpenglow Boat Company are delighted to create special event cruises with clients, such as full moon stargazing and sunrise tours. Just ask!

Tahoe Luxury Charters offers the finest yachting options available on Lake Tahoe. Allow us to take you through the crystal clear waters of the “jewel of the Sierras” aboard our luxury fleet. Our vessels are fully equipped with top-of-the-line amenities and powered by performance engines that allow us to travel the length of the lake in just 30 minutes. Every Charter is designed for and by you. With our team of U.S. Coast Guard certified and licensed Captains, sit back and enjoy the breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe, with your Captain at the helm. Whether it’s a sunset cruise to Emerald Bay and Fannette Island, stopping at a dockside restaurant or bar, a visit to one of our “secret” beaches, or just enjoying some water play with your family and friends, designing your dream cruise is our mission. With 72 miles of continuous shoreline, the possibilities are endless. Our goal is to ensure you create Memories of a Lifetime.