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Swimming in Tahoe City

Tahoe City, CA, United States

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Commons Beach, Tahoe City

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Commons Beach is Tahoe City's downtown lakefront park, about four acres of lawn and sand right on Lake Tahoe. It works well for a relaxed dip or an easy swim along the beach, and there are heated restrooms and kayak rentals on site. Free concerts fill the lawn on summer Sunday afternoons, so plan an early swim if you want it quiet.

Open Water Swimming in Tahoe City

Tahoe City offers 1 open water swimming locations across Lake environments. Whether you are a beginner looking for a calm, sheltered swim or an experienced open water swimmer seeking a challenge, there are options for every level.

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Swimming Guides

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Open Water Safety

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Ocean Swimming

Waves, rip currents, and a progression plan

Cold Water Swimming

Acclimatization, gear, and safe exposure

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