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D.L. Bliss State Park (Lester Beach)
West Shore · CA · California State Parks
Some of the clearest water in the lake at Calawee Cove. Arrive early before the gate closes.
Reservation
Not needed
Cost
$10 per vehicle.
Parking
Paid day-use lots. Small and popular, so the gate can close when full.
Dogs
No dogs on the beach
Access
Drive-up / short walk
Fills early
Yes, arrive early
Dogs
No dogs on beaches or dirt trails. Allowed only in developed areas like campsites, paved roads and parking.
Getting there
Short walk from the lots to Lester Beach and Calawee Cove. The Rubicon Trail links to Emerald Bay.
What's there
Restrooms with showersDrinking waterPicnic areasVisitor centerRubicon Trail trailhead
Best for
clear watersceneryhikingfamilies
Sources: parks.ca.gov · tahoepublicbeaches.org