Marina guide
Tahoe City Marina
Tahoe City, Placer County, CA
Overview
Tahoe City Marina sits at 700 North Lake Boulevard in Tahoe City, on Lake Tahoe's north-west shore close to the Truckee River outlet. The state boating-facilities directory lists it as a public marina with launch and dry storage, 48 moorings, and room for boats from 18 to 50 feet. It is one of the few full-service boat yards on the north shore.
What the marina does
The marina runs a fuel dock (8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, per the marina), boat rentals (9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily) and a launching valet, where boats are lowered in for you rather than backed down a public ramp. Haul-out is by forklift and gantry hoist for boats 29 feet and under, and by Travelift for 30 feet and larger. Haul-out is by appointment only and walk-ins are not accepted. Bottom cleaning, pressure washing, stain removal and mast stepping are offered as separate services, and the marina also offers winter storage.
Slips and buoys
The marina says its slips and buoys are currently fully occupied, so ask about availability well ahead of the season. It cannot accommodate sailboats larger than 30 feet, and larger powerboats need Harbor Master approval before they come in.
Boating here
Motorized boats must stay under 5 mph within 600 feet of shore, so most of your first minutes out of the marina are slow. Every motorized boat must also clear a Tahoe inspection and decontamination before launching, and the marina asks boaters to complete the Tahoe Boat Inspections program before arriving.
Getting there & access
By water
The marina is on the north-west shore of Lake Tahoe in Tahoe City. Motorized boats must stay under 5 mph within 600 feet of shore, so expect a slow run out of the harbor before you can open up.
By road
The address is 700 North Lake Boulevard (State Route 28) in Tahoe City, California. The marina's administrative office is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
Launch valet and haul-out
The marina launches boats for you rather than offering a self-serve ramp. Haul-out and launching are by appointment: forklift and gantry hoist for boats 29 feet or smaller, Travelift for 30 feet and larger. Call (530) 583-1039 to book.
Inspection before you arrive
The marina states that boats must complete the Tahoe Boat Inspections program before arriving. Inspections are run by the regional stations at Meyers, Spooner Summit and Alpine Meadows (Highway 89 off Alpine Meadows Road, north of Tahoe City) and a Truckee-Tahoe station on Highway 267.
Amenities
- Fuel dock — Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily; the state directory lists fuel sales
- Boat rentals — Regal power boats for families and first-time renters; 2-hour minimum; pet-friendly boats available
- Launching valet — Boats are placed in the water for you and waiting on the dock when renters arrive
- Haul-out and repair — Forklift, gantry hoist and Travelift; mast step and unstep available
- Bottom cleaning and pressure washing — Priced per foot; separate from haul-out
- Winter storage — Offered through the marina's services program
- Pump-out and oil disposal — Listed in the state boating-facilities directory
- Transient berths and restaurant — The state directory lists transient tie-ups, a restaurant and restrooms
- Slips and buoy rentals — Currently fully occupied; ask the marina about waitlist and future availability
Rules & official resources
- Boats must complete the Tahoe Boat Inspections program before arriving at the marina
- Sailboats larger than 30 feet cannot be accommodated, and larger powerboats need Harbor Master approval
- Every motorized watercraft needs a Lake Tahoe aquatic invasive species inspection, or a current Tahoe inspection seal, before launching into Lake Tahoe, Fallen Leaf Lake or Echo Lakes; vessels launch only from managed ramps or marinas after inspection
- Mandatory decontamination follows every inspection, to protect the lake from golden mussels; arriving Clean, Drained and Dry earns a discount on the decontamination fee
- Motorized boats must stay under 5 mph within 600 feet of shore, 100 feet of paddlers and swimmers, 200 feet of shoreline structures, and anywhere in Emerald Bay
- Remove bilge plugs while transporting a boat on roads in the Tahoe Basin, and fill and drain ballast tanks in the same place, at least 200 feet from shore
- Most carbureted two-stroke engines are prohibited on Lake Tahoe
- California Boater Card required for all operators of motorized vessels, regardless of age, since January 1, 2025
Common boat service needs here
Haul-out, winter storage and winterizing
Tahoe winters are hard on boats left on the water. Owners here typically haul out in fall, winterize the engine, and store the boat on land. The marina's forklift and Travelift service and winter storage cover the first step; mechanics handle fogging, fuel stabilizer and cooling-system drain-down.
Find Marine Mechanics & Engine Service providers →Hull cleaning and bottom care
Cold, clear fresh water grows less marine growth than a coastal harbor, but boats on buoys still collect algae and mussel-prevention rules make a clean hull more important. The marina sells pressure washing and bottom cleaning by the foot, and owners often add bottom paint during a haul-out.
Find Bottom Cleaning, Hull Cleaning & Dive Services providers →Canvas, covers and upholstery
High-altitude UV, snow load and cold cycling wear out Bimini tops, boat covers and cushions faster than most owners expect. Fitted winter covers and canvas repairs are a steady need on the north shore.
Find Canvas, Covers & Upholstery providers →Transport and trailering
Boats come to Tahoe on trailers from the Bay Area and Reno, and they leave the same way after haul-out. Hiring transport saves a mountain-road drive, and every boat that crosses into the Basin still has to be inspected.
Find Boat Transport, Towing & Delivery providers →Guides & FAQs
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Last verified October 5, 2026