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5 Beaches with Turquoise Water in Lake Tahoe

Updated: Aug 4, 2019


5 beaches with turquoise water in lake tahoe

Lake Tahoe is an all-around stunning place. There's a reason it ranks as one of the most beautiful lakes in the U.S. But if you're particularly in search of that brilliant turquoise colored water that you’ve probably seen in pictures, then you'll want to head to Tahoe's east shore.


Listed below are five beaches with turquoise water in Lake Tahoe. All of these beaches can be found along Tahoe's east shore. For more detailed descriptions of some of these locations along with photography tips, check out my Guide to the Most Stunning Photo Locations in Lake Tahoe.

 

SECRET COVE

turquoise water at secret cove lake tahoe nevada

Camera Gear: Nikon D750 | Tamron 24-70mm f 2.8



turquoise water at secret cove lake tahoe nevada

Camera Gear: Nikon D750 | Tamron 24-70mm f 2.8 | Breakthrough Photography ND Filter

 

BONSAI ROCK

beautiful turquoise water at Bonsai Rock in lake tahoe nevada

Camera Gear: Nikon D750 | Tamron 24-70mm f 2.8



Turquoise water at Bonsai Rock in Lake Tahoe Nevda

Camera Gear: Nikon D750 | Tamron 24-70mm f 2.8 | Breakthrough Photography ND Filter

 

WHALE BEACH

Turquoise water at Whale Beach on the east shore of Lake Tahoe Nevada

Camera Gear: Nikon D5300 | Sigma 10-20mm f 3.5



Turquoise water at Whale Beach on the east shore of Lake Tahoe Nevada

Camera Gear: Nikon D5300 | Sigma 10-20mm f 3.5

 

CHIMNEY BEACH