CURRENT GENERAL CONDITIONS
Lake levels are expected to be quite high this year due to the bountiful snow pack experienced this past winter. Temperatures have increased to where the snowpack is melting quickly causing run-off into the lake. There is presently very little beach and the beach front is getting smaller by the day. For those of you familiar with Secret Cove, the water level is lapping the side of the big log at the bottom of the steps. The below photos were supplied by Bruce as of 6/6/2011.
Tahoe authorities have implemented an inspection procedure on boats being launched into the lake. You can expect a bit of a delay as inspectors go over your boat for evidence of possible contamination. You will have to fill out a form inquiring as to where and when your boat was last launched. You may be required to undergo a decontamination process at any of several locations around the lake. My best suggestion is to use your boat only at Lake Tahoe if that is a possibility. Allow as much time as possible between taking your boat out of foreign waters and trying to launch at Tahoe as possible.... seven days would be considered a minimum and longer would be desired. Make sure there in no water in the bilge or anywhere else for that matter. Wash your boat down with detergent and hot water if possible when you remove it from other waters and before transporting it to Tahoe. Expect delays at the launch ramp.