Frequently Asked Questions

Clearly Tahoe offers one of the largest and most diverse rental concessions on Lake Tahoe. Visitors within the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park can choose from a variety of rental options (weather and season permitting).

All of our available rentals, limitations and pricing can be found here.

Clearly Tahoe offers full-service rentals within the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park which enables guest to enjoy a rental right from the beach while eliminating any of the pre planning, accessory purchases or labor intensive work that might be required for kayaking on your own or with an off-site rental company.

Clearly Tahoe Includes;
– Vessel(s)
– 1 USCG PFD per seat
– 1 Paddle per seat
– 1 Dry Bag per boat
– Transport
– Assistance with seat adjustments.
– Courtesy weather checks and recommendations.
– Safety Brief prior to departure
– Complimentary on-beach lesson if necessary.
– Post cleaning/draining of all vessels, equipment and accessories

No. But that’s ok, you won’t want to when you see where we’re located!

Clearly Tahoe offers rentals on-site within the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park. Visitors can enjoy the white sandy beaches, turquoise blue waters and giant granite boulders during their ENTIRE rental experience.

Guests never have to transport vessels on their car to reach a destination and if you did, you likely would not be able to re-enter the park to return the equipment.

Clearly Tahoe sets daily use limitations that are determined by the season, wind and weather forecast. Vessels may have their own more restricted limitations on use.

All of our rental Zones offer beautiful views of the white sandy Tahoe beaches, turquoise blue waters and the iconic giant granite boulders.

TIP:
– Non-self bailing vessels can generally go a greater distance.
– Good weather days will be subject to less restrictions. (less than 5mph winds all day)
– Warmer weather months will have less use restrictions.
– Avoid buys holiday weekends with increased boat activity.
– Have experience. Don’t attempt to go far if you have never kayaked on Lake Tahoe before (even if it is permitted).

Clearly Tahoe offers rentals on a first come, first served basis within the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park. While reservations may be available. They are not required. If you can enter the park, there is a very strong chance that you will be able to obtain a rental via walk-up at the rental concession.

Clearly Tahoe rental reservations DO NOT guarantee entry to the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park and are commonly unavailable during the busy summer months for this reason. Clearly Tahoe always welcomes walk-up rentals at our rental concession.

Clearly Tahoe reserves more than 50% of our rental fleet for walk-up rentals on-site. This prevents us from ever being “booked-out” by advance reservation.

Unfortunately, we can not guarantee the availability of any specific vessel via walk-up however, we do recommend planning ahead to increase your chances to obtain your specific vessel of choice.

TIPS:
– Verify use of your desired vessel is in-season.
– Check the weather for low winds (under 5mph all day)
– Arrive when we open.

No. Unfortunately, Clearly Tahoe rental reservations do not guarantee entry to the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park however, entry to the park is essential to use your rental.

Please plan ahead, review various options for park entry and make reservations through the reservenevada.com when possible.

If you are unable to enter the park for you scheduled rental because the Main Gate is closed. There are alternative methods for Park Entry.
– Try the FREE East Shore Express Shuttle (10am – 3pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day)
– Enjoy a walk or Bike Ride along the 3-Mile East Shore Trail (Fee =$2.00 Cash Per Person)
– Try again another day (you won’t be charged for your rental if you can’t get into the park).
– Contact Clearly Tahoe or stop by one of our Clearly Tahoe shops to inquire about same-day availability for guided tours or visit us online to look for last-minute openings. Many of our guided tours actually include park entry as part of our tour package. Check-in for these experiences is located outside of the park. Clearly Tahoe Reservation Office (530)554-4664

No. Clearly Tahoe does not permit pets of any kind on any of our rentals from the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park. No exceptions.

NOTE: Our Scenic Shoreline Tour from Zephyr Cove, NV is our ONLY pet-friendly experience a this time and welcomes small well behaved dogs under 30lbs with advance reservation.

No. Drones are not permitted within the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park.

Permits to fly a drone or to shoot professionally must be obtained through the State of Nevada, Division of State Parks and will be subject to all Federal and Park regulations.

While enjoying a Clearly Tahoe rental, guests are welcome to swim if desired however, it is strongly advised to keep a PFD on to avoid cold water shock, stay near shore, have a buddy with you and be absolutely certain you will be able to get back in/on your vessel (some equipment can be difficult to enter from the water).

We highly recommend wearing light layers and shoes that can be removed easily. Hats, sunscreen and sunglasses are always a good idea.