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Kiva Picnic Area

Kiva picnic area is situated on the south shore of beautiful Lake Tahoe on Highway 89 approximately three miles northwest of the City of South Lake Tahoe. Nestled among native pine trees, Kiva picnic area offers a quiet beach location with a wide range of recreational activities. Kiva picnic area is a National Forest day use area operated by the U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. Kiva picnic area sits between the Taylor Creek Visitor Center and the Tallac Historic Site. There…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 38.939, -120.048

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • BLACK OAK
  • STUMPY MEADOWS
  • Stumpy Meadows Day Use and Boat Launch
  • PONDEROSA COVE CAMPGROUND
  • Fleming Trail System & Trailhead
  • SLY GUARD CABIN

Frequently asked questions

Is Kiva Picnic Area reservable?

Kiva Picnic Area is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Kiva Picnic Area?

See the map for Kiva Picnic Area's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Kiva Picnic Area?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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