Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

Usda Forest Service, California.

Follow the slideshow links for information on camping reservations, beaches and picnic areas, Desolation Wilderness permits, Taylor Creek Visitor Center, Tallac Historic Site, summer recreation and much more!

Fallen Leaf Campground sign. The Crystal Range sits behind Mt. Tallac. Nevada Beach on Lake Tahoe's East Shore The Stream Profile Chamber at the visitor center provides a view of the stream environment through aquarium-like windows. The Honeymoon Cabin at Tallac Historic Site sits alongside the south shore of Lake Tahoe. Lake of the Sky Journal Kayaker paddles on Lake Tahoe. Kokanee salmon school during fall spawning. Kid jumping off boat into Lake Tahoe American Black Bear

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