Dramatic andesite volcanic plug rising from the east shore of Lake Tahoe, sacred to the Washoe people and pierced by twin highway tunnels on US-50. Cave Rock State Park (Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park unit) offers a small beach, boat launch, picnicking, and lake access beneath the cliff face; a short trail across the highway climbs toward viewpoints of the rock and the Tahoe Basin.
Field facts
| Region | Douglas County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 39.0463, -119.9491 |
| Feature | Volcanic plug / Tahoe shoreline |
| Park | Cave Rock State Park (NV State Parks) |
| Access | Paved US-50 |
| Activities | Beach, boat launch, views |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- CampgroundZephyr Cove RV & Campground4.5 km away
- CampgroundNevada Beach Campground7.2 km away
- Rec areaLake Tahoe Basin Management Unit12.9 km away
- CampgroundBadgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort14.8 km away
- CampgroundMeeks Bay Resort15.1 km away
- CampgroundFALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND15.8 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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