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Washoe Lake

Located in a valley where bald eagles can soar, Washoe Lake State Park is a scenic park that offers spectacular views of the Sierra Nevada, Virginia mountain ranges, and Carson City.

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Nearby Parks Around Washoe Lake

Compare nearby parks around Washoe Lake when planning alternatives, extensions, or a follow-up trip.

103.6 mi away

Yosemite

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125.1 mi away

Lassen Volcanic

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205.8 mi away

Pinnacles

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248.7 mi away

Death Valley

National Park · CA

268.3 mi away

Redwood

National Park · CA

281.1 mi away

Crater Lake

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Washoe Lake

Explore nearby points of interest around Washoe Lake to build stop-level options beyond this park's top picks.

13.2 mi away

Speedboat Beach

Although popular with locals, this little beach on the northern end of Lake Tahoe has remained relatively untouched by mass tourism.

14.0 mi away

Kings Beach State Recreation Area

Boasting almost 1,000-feet of shorefront along the northern part of Lake Tahoe, this park is a popular destination for recreational activities.

20.5 mi away

Burton Creek State Park

Ideal for year-round adventure, this park is located near one of the busiest outdoor recreation areas in California.

21.2 mi away

Tahoe Rim Trail

Long-distance hikers have inevitably heard of this two-week trek around the perimeter of Lake Tahoe.

22.8 mi away

Sugar Pine Point State Park

This park is home to a small sandy beach on the western shores of Lake Tahoe.

23.3 mi away

Yuba-Donner Scenic Byway

This byway passes through the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range as it travels into the Tahoe National Forest.