Rental Information

About Clearly Tahoe Rentals

Clearly Tahoe offers the largest and most diverse rental fleet on Lake Tahoe.

Our on-site rentals offer a convenient way to enjoy recreational paddling without the need to transport vessels around the lake.

We are located within the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park. Park entry is required to enjoy a Clearly Tahoe rental from this location.

How to Get a Rental

All of our on-site rentals within the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park are on a first come, first served basis (wind and weather permitting).

While we rarely run out of rental equipment, we highly recommend arriving early for the best paddle conditions on Lake Tahoe, the best selection of vessel options and for the shortest wait times to obtain a rental.

Plan Ahead – Make a Day Use Reservation

Make advance reservations to enter the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park by visiting reservenevada.com and making a Day Use Reservation online.

Guests who make a reservation are still advised to arrive early (between 8am and 9am) between Memorial Day and Labor Day for the best selection and overall experience.

What if Day Use Reservations are Not Available?

Guests who can not make a Day Use Reservation to the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park may find another way to enter the park to enjoy a Clearly Tahoe Rental (wind and weather permitting). Alternative methods of park entry vary by season.

Guests who wish to visit the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park can park at Tunnel Creek Café in Incline Village, Nevada and enjoy a scenic 3-mile walk down the beautiful East Shore Trail.

This trail is renowned for is breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe and opens to a variety of lake-access points along the way. This paved trail has access to restrooms, benches and informative stops along the route to Sand Harbor. 

It is important to note that visitors hoping to enter the park by walking the East Shore Trail to Sand Harbor will be charged a $2.00 park entry fee per person. Only cash is accepted, and it is recommended to have the exact amount ready as they may not be able to make change at the gate. Additionally, pets are not permitted within park boundaries. 

Tips for East Shore Trail: 

• Consider biking along the East Shore Trail instead of walking. Bike rentals are available at Tunnel Creek Café and at a variety of other locations in Incline Village, NV
• Plan to arrive to the park early for the best selection of vessels and overall rental experience.
• Bring $2.00 cash per person for park entry fee at the gate.
• Carry water on the trail and stay hydrated during the walk/bike ride. 
• Protect yourself from the sun with hats, sunglasses and sunscreen. 
• Light layers are best recommended for this walk as well as comfortable footwear that can be removed while kayaking. 
• Less is more, bring only what you need. There is a restaurant on-site within the park (season and hours of operation for the Kokanee Bar and Grill vary)
• Bring and ID and Credit Card to rent a vessel at our Clearly Tahoe rental concession within the park.

During the High Season (June 22^nd – September 6^th) the Lake Tahoe Transportation District offers FREE Public transportation to the Sand Harbor Nevada State Park via the East Shore Express Shuttle from Incline Village, NV.

The shuttle runs on a continuous loop from 10:00am to 3:00pm transporting visitors from the 76 Gas Station (corner of Northwood Blvd. & Tahoe Blvd./SR 28) in Incline Village NV to the park.

Best Recommended Option For:

• Those visiting Lake Tahoe during High Season (June 22^nd – September 6^th)
• Visitors with time constraints.
• Persons who may not be physically willing/able to walk or bike the East Shore trail. 

Tips for East Shore Express Shuttle:

• Guests may be required to stand in the shuttle.
• Large items are not permitted in the shuttle such as coolers, beach umbrellas or inflatables.
• Public parking for the East Shore Express can fill quickly. Street parking may be available but may require visitors to walk an unknown distance to reach the shuttle pick-up area. Do not park in temporary parking areas or small business parking lots with limited parking space. 
• Plan to exit the park before the last shuttle. Do not wait until the last westbound shuttle to leave the park at 6:00pm. It may not have space for everyone. Guests who miss the last shuttle may have to walk the 3 mile East Shore Trail back to Incline Village, NV.

For more information about the Tahoe Transportation District and its ongoing projects, visit www.tahoetransportation.org