The Tahoe Vista Boat Launch has a single ramp, adjacent parking lot and friendly staff.  Come see what the quieter side of the North Shore has to offer.

Current boat launch status

Tahoe Vista Boat Launch
Closed for Season
  • Tahoe Vista Recreation Area Conditions Update (March 27)

    The boat launch is scheduled to open on Friday, May 22, 2026 (Memorial Day Weekend). Boat Launch season passes will [...]

Launch Info

  • Boat launch is open seasonally, from Memorial Day through October
  • Click on Hours of Operations tab for current hours
  • Commercial operations are not permitted at TVRA. No exceptions. Contact [email protected] for more information
  • Clean, Drain and Dry all vessels before launching
  • No overnight mooring
  • Harbor is for active loading and unloading only
  • All vessels must be under adult supervision

Rates & Fees

Boat Launch Daily Fees
NTPUD Resident Daily
Daily Launch Fee $17
Total Resident Launch Fee $17
Non-Resident Daily
Daily Launch Fee $17
Environmental Impact Fee $43
Total Non-Resident Launch Fee $60

Environmental and Facility Impact Fee: Non-resident fee to assist with the upkeep and maintenance of launch facility.

Daily Fee: The fee is for a single day use.  If retrieval occurs on a different day, a separate fee will be charged.

Boat Launch Season Pass Fees
User Type Fee
NTPUD Resident $170
Non-Resident $600

* Season Pass: Must be purchased online and then picked up at the NTPUD Base Facility.
Located at 875 National Avenue Tahoe Vista, CA 96148
Hours are M-F 8a-5p

Hours of Operation

Boat Launch Hours by Season
Season Days Open Hours of Operation
Peak Season: Memorial Day–Labor Day Sunday–Saturday 7 a.m.–7 p.m.
Fall Season: Labor Day–September 30 Sunday–Saturday 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
Fall Season: October Thursday–Sunday 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

*Hours subject to change due to weather. 

F.A.Q.

All vessels must have a current Tahoe inspection sticker.  For more information or to schedule your inspection appointments, visit: https://tahoeboatinspections.com/

Yes. Use of the launch is subject to fees.  There is a sandy portion of the beach adjacent to the launch that is perfect for non-motorized launching.

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Boat Launch photo gallery