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Sugar Pine Point Beach

Good for Relax

7.2

/ 10 Good

#243 out of 385
in California

About

Sugar Pine Point Beach is located on the Tahoe lake and it is in the 243th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 130.9 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Tahoma settlement, just 2.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & rocks cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Sugar Pine Point Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Meeks Bay Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.

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Historical

+15 ^oC +5 ^oC

Air temperature

4.5 M/S

Wind

+7 ^oC

Water temperature

0 M

Wave height

Tahoma, California,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Bad

1.3/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Very poor

2.2/10

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Sugar Pine Point Beach is located in California within Tahoma, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"I had an incredible day at the beach. The water was so clear, and the sand was really nice."

Jaxon Anderson

"I've been visiting Tahoe since the 1970s, but it was only a few years ago that I stumbled upon this hidden gem. Without a doubt, it is the ultimate destination for spending a day basking in the beauty of the lake. But, let's keep it our little secret..."

VX Group

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"I had an incredible day at the beach. The water was so clear, and the sand was really nice."

Jaxon Anderson

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
sharks
- Zero prevalence of sharks
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.9 (Very good)

Meeks Bay, United States

Meeks Bay Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Meeks Bay 0.5 km

Meeks Bay, United States

Lester Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Meeks Bay 4.3 km

Meeks Bay, United States

Calawee Cove Beach

8.4

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Meeks Bay 4.5 km

Spring Creek, United States

Baldwin Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Spring Creek 1.5 km

Tahoe City, United States

Tahoe City Public Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Tahoe City 0.3 km

Spring Creek, United States

Kiva Beach

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Spring Creek 1.8 km

Kiva Beach, United States

Pope Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Kiva Beach 0.6 km

Zephyr Cove, United States

Zephyr Cove Resort Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Zephyr Cove 0 km

Elk Point, United States

Round Hill Beach

8.4

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Elk Point 0.6 km

Elk Point, United States

Nevada Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Elk Point 0.7 km

Glenbrook, United States

Skunk Harbor Beach

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

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El Dorado Beach

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Bijou 0.7 km

What to do in Sugar Pine Point Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Sugar Pine Point Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

Beach surroundings

Attractions Transport Localities

Attractions

Rail Tracks• 6 min walk

Transport

TVL• 20.5km
Tahoe City Transit C...• 12.6km

Localities

Tahoma• 2.3km
Sacramento• 130.9km

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7.2/10 Good

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Sugar Pine Point Beach?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gray color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Sugar Pine Point Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sugar Pine Point Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Sugar Pine Point Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Sugar Pine Point Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

Sugar Pine Point Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Sugar Pine Point Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Sugar Pine Point Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Sugar Pine Point Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sugar Pine Point Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sugar Pine Point Beach.

How far is the Sugar Pine Point Beach from parking?

The Sugar Pine Point Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Sugar Pine Point Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Sugar Pine Point Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Rail Tracks located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Sugar Pine Point Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Sugar Pine Point Beach is August. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 10°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 2°C and water 1°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Sugar Pine Point Beach (California) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Sugar Pine Point Beach (California) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.