Communities : North Shore

North Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe straddles the California and Nevada border. About one-third of the basin is in Nevada and two-thirds is in California. The basin is surrounded by the Sierra Nevada to the west and the Carson Range to the east. Lake Tahoe is the second deepest lake in the United States and the tenth deepest in the world. The lake's maximum depth is 1,645 feet with an average depth of 1,000 feet.

North Lake Tahoe History

Long before explorers John Fremont and Kit Carson discovered Lake Tahoe in 1844, the Lake Tahoe Basin was a summer gathering place of several bands of Washoe Indians.

The 1849 gold rush lured prospective miners to the waters around North Lake Tahoe. The "Bonanza Road" was built to handle eager fortune seekers who were cashing in on Virginia City's massive Comstock Lode discovered in 1859. The heavy traffic increased the use of the basin's natural resources. Between 1860 and 1890, the need for wood from Lake Tahoe's forests left the area nearly devoid of trees.

During the 1920s and 30s, roads through the mountains were paved allowing greater numbers of people to visit the lake. Development of the area began in earnest in the 1950's, and by 1960, the Winter Olympics at Squaw Valley put Lake Tahoe on the map.

North Shore

Kings Beach was originally named after Joe King. Joe obtained the property from Robert Sherman after winning an all night poker game in 1925, and then built the community into a family destination. Kings Beach consists of smaller neighborhoods each with its own distinctive features and amenities.

Brockway and Brockway Vista are on East end of town near the stateline. These communities feature easy winter access, and are in walking distance of Crystal Bay, NV, North Tahoe's sandy shoreline, the small community of Kings Beach, and the Old Brockway Golf Course.

Woodvista has an "Old Tahoe" character, with cabins built in the early 1900's mixed with magnificent new homes most are within walking distance of both the lake and town. The Old Brockway Golf Course is at the heart of the Woodvista subdivision. The area features entry-level cabins, golf course properties, and lake-view and lakefront homes.

Kingswood Estates and Kingswood West are two highly desirable "off-the-lake" subdivisions bordered by open space and featuring newer homes and entry-level cabins.

The condominium complexes of Kingswood Village, Heritage Cove, Brockway Shores, and Brockway Springs are available with a variety of homeowner association amenities such as beach, pier, buoy access, pool, spa and tennis courts. The complexes offer a unit for every budget from entry-level and lake-view to lakefront condos.

Tahoe Vista consists of three primary neighborhoods.

The first, Tahoe Vista proper, is located within walking distance of the spectacular "Moon Dune" beach and bordered by open space with miles of hiking, biking, and cross-country ski trails. The neighborhood features entry-level cabins, lake-view and lakefront homes.

The second neighborhood, Tahoe Estates, is bordered by the North Tahoe Regional Park. The park offers a wide variety of amenities including tennis courts, baseball, softball and soccer fields, par-course, nature trails, a children's playground, Nordic skiing, snowmobile rentals, children's snow hill and much more.

The third, Tahoe Marina Estates, is an intimate subdivision that consists of fewer than 100 parcels. Open space on the north enhances the uniquely private setting and "old growth" sugar pine trees dot the landscape.

Carnelian Bay consists of two primary neighborhoods.

Agate Bay is a low-elevation subdivision that backs to forestland with miles of hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing trails. Pool, tennis, pier and buoy access are available, though limited to members of the Agate Bay Pier and Swim Club. The neighborhood features entry-level cabin, lake-view, and lakefront estates.

Carnelian Bay is a neighborhood of charming "Old Tahoe" cabins and newer homes; it is surrounded by National Forest lands. Sitting on the north shore of Lake Tahoe in Placer County, most homes are within walking distance of the lake, restaurants, a miniature golf course, a marina and the small town of Carnelian Bay. If you're searching for a very special place to live, you may not want to look any further.

Carnelian Woods Town Homes feature a pool, tennis courts, and clubhouse.

The area of Cedar Flat consists of five neighboring subdivisions each with unique qualities: Ridgewood Highlands, Cedar Flat, Lake Forest, Carnelian Heights, and Fulton Acres. There is also one gated condominium complex in this community, Cinquapin.

Much of Ridgewood Highlands borders open space and offers exclusive access to the Homeowner's Association beach, pier, and buoy field.

Cedar Flat is what people typically envision when thinking of their perfect Tahoe retreat. "Old Tahoe" cabins on large parcels, quaint winding roads, and beach, pier, and buoy are accessed through the Homeowner's Association.

Lake Forest Tracts 2 & 3 are small subdivisions with beach, pier, and buoy access.

Carnelian Heights and Fulton Acres are two off-the-lake subdivisions with very similar qualities. Both are bordered by open space, great sun exposure, and easy access during the winter months.

Chinquapin is the only condominium complex in the Cedar Flat area. It is a gated community, located on the lake. The complex has a beautiful sandy beach with pier, buoys, and pool and tennis courts.

Dollar Point is considered by many to be the premium subdivision on the north shore. The subdivision features many amenities including a beautiful sandy beach, pier and buoy access, tennis courts and pool. Its sunny southern exposure, spectacular views of the lake, mountain vistas, and close proximity to Tahoe City, Squaw Valley, and Alpine Meadows ski areas make Dollar Point a highly desirable location.

Tahoe City
The town of Tahoe City grew up around the Truckee River, the only outlet leaving Lake Tahoe. A small dam provides an amazing viewing of giant trout. The Truckee River originates at the Lake and ends its long journey emptying into Pyramid Lake in rural Northern Nevada. Tahoe city offers fine dining and world-class skiing nearby. Many full-time residents live in this area, because of it's a close proximity to the high school and middle school.

North Tahoe Ski Communities

Alpine Meadows is known for attracting some of the most extreme skiers and snowboarders in the world. This locals' favorite ski area also enjoys a relaxed and quiet community of homes and condos. Alpine Meadows is located between Truckee and Tahoe City in Placer County. With endless outdoor recreational opportunities for summer and winter, Alpine Meadows is one of Tahoe's nicest second home locations.

Squaw Valley / Olympic Valley is the site of the 1960 Winter Olympic Games. This world-class destination resort offers an exciting lifestyle with first-rate skiing and a challenging golf course. The surrounding valley features magnificence homes, cabins, condos, townhouses, and timeshares. The area offers some of the world's most beautiful scenic vistas, wildlife viewing, alpine lakes and streams that can be seen by hikers of all ages.