Cave Rock Lake Tahoe, Nevada Sunset Hike & State Park
Looking to hike up Cave Rock in Lake Tahoe to watch one of the most incredible sunsets around the lake and or take amazing photos?
In our Cave Rock Tahoe Guide, you will find useful information on how to get to the Cave Rock trailhead and do the short hike to the top.
In addition, we briefly explore activities to do at Cave Rock State Park in Nevada.
Guide To Cave Rock Lake Tahoe
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Other Things To Do At Cave Rock, Nevada
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Lake Tahoe’s Cave Rock
Cave Rock is an iconic rock formation on the South-East shore of Lake Tahoe in the state of Nevada. It’s a popular photo location and sunset spot.
Cave Rock Lake Tahoe History
Cave Rock Tunnel
Highway 50 cuts through Cave Rock Nevada connecting South and North Lake Tahoe.
Cave Rock Hike
Cave Rock Trail Head
How To Get To The Cave Rock Trail Head?
Tahoe Cave Rock is located in Glenbrook, NV. Coming from South Lake Tahoe on Highway 50 you will approach the Cave Rock tunnel. Before you hit the tunnel, take the last exit to the right onto Cave Rock Drive. There is a stone sign at the corner that says “Cave Rock Estates Lake Tahoe“.
Go up the road for a short 0.2 miles and then you will see the tiny parking lot in front of the Cave Rock trailhead.
Parking
The parking lot is tiny, there are only about three parking spots. The rest is a fire lane and blocked off. We strongly suggest not to park in the fire lane as you will get fined and towed.
The good news is, there is additional free space for parking on the side of the road just around the hairpin curve across from the parking lot. Make sure to only park where it is allowed.
Cave Rock Trail
The trail is pretty straightforward and easy. The roundtrip to the base of Cave Rock from the trailhead is only 0.8 miles and the incline is not very steep. Cave Rock hike is probably the easiest and shortest hike around Lake Tahoe.
Once you reach Cave Rock there is a little view platform overlooking Highway 50 and Cave Rock State Park to the South.
From the other side, you have a nice view overlooking the North-East shore of Lake Tahoe.
If you are up for it, you can rock climb even further up to the top of Cave Rock but this is not for everyone and should only be done with lots of caution.
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Cave Rock Lake Tahoe Sunset
Cave Rock in Nevada is one of the top places to watch the sunset over Lake Tahoe, for good reason. From up there you get incredible views to the South and North of the lake.
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With those wide-spanning views, Lake Tahoe Cave Rock makes also one of the most popular photo spots of the lake.
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Even while making your way back down to the parking lot, the trail offers incredible sunset views over the lake all the way to the Westside.
I had to stop so many times and take photos of these jaw-dropping sunset colors.
Other Things To Do At Cave Rock, Nevada
Cave Rock State Park
This is Cave Rock Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park from above. There is a boat launch, parking lot and in the back, you will see a trail that leads you to Cave Rock Beach.
Parking Fee
The entrance and parking fee at Cave Rock State Park is $10 for Nevada residents/vehicles and $15 for out-of-state vehicles.
Hours
The Cave Rock State Park hours are from sunrise to sunset.
Cave Rock Boat Launch
The Cave Rock boat ramp is a popular spot on Tahoe’s east shore to launch boats. See the state park’s website for boat launch fees.
Cave Rock Beach
Cave Rock Beach is a great place for swimming and snorkeling in the clear blue water, or just sunbathing at the beach. From here you can also launch your kayak or paddleboard.
Cave Rock Kayak Rental
If you don’t have your own SUP or kayak, there are kayak rentals around Cave Rock State Park. Tahoe Paddle Sports and Clearly Tahoe, to name two rental places.
For more details about the best SUP spots in Tahoe check out our Lake Tahoe Paddle Boarding Guide.
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Fishing At Cave Rock Lake Tahoe
Right at the Southside of the state park, there is O’Malley’s Fishing Charters if you are into fishing.
Cave Rock Lake Tahoe
We hope you found our Guide to Cave Rock Lake Tahoe helpful and got inspired to hike up Cave Rock yourself during your vacation in Lake Tahoe.
Julia & Felipe
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