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Sand Harbor
East Shore · NV · Nevada State Parks
Turquoise water and granite boulders make this the most famous beach on the lake, and the busiest.
Reservation required
Vehicle day-use reservations are required daily May 15 to September 30 during morning hours (roughly park opening until 10 to 10:30am). Pedestrians on the East Shore Trail and boat-launch users do not need one.
Book a reservation →Reservation
Required in season
Cost
$10 per vehicle (NV plates), $15 out of state. $5 advance-reservation fee, waived same day.
Parking
Paid lot, included in the fee. Fills very early and can close by 8 to 9am in July and August.
Dogs
Dogs allowed seasonally
Access
Drive-up / short walk
Fills early
Yes, arrive early
Dogs
Dogs are allowed only off-season, October 15 to April 15, on a leash no longer than 6 feet. No dogs in summer.
Getting there
Drive in or walk in via the East Shore Trail. A fully developed park off Highway 28.
What's there
RestroomsPicnic tablesBoat launchKayak & SUP rentalsFood concessionVisitor center
Best for
clear watersnorkelingsceneryfamilies
Good to know: Nevada State Parks' own pages differ on the reservation cutoff (10am vs 10:30am); the season and system are consistent.