Kings Beach California Map

About Kings Beach, California

Kings Beach is a locality in Placer County, California, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,736. The population density is 336.7 people per km². Kings Beach is located at 39.2377°N, 120.0266°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 96143.

Kings Beach sprawls across a sun-drenched slope, a vibrant splash of color against the deep blue of Lake Tahoe. It lies 14.8 miles west-north-west of Carson City, NV (from Carson City, NV: bearing 290°T), and is situated 3.0 miles west-south-west of Incline Village. The air here carries the crisp, pine-scented breath of the Sierra Nevada, a constant reminder of the towering mountains that embrace this lakeside haven. Waves lap gently at the sandy shore, a soft, rhythmic pulse that echoes the unhurried pace of life in this corner of Placer County. The landscape is a study in contrasts: the shimmering expanse of the lake, its surface catching the light like a million scattered diamonds, and the rugged, forested slopes that rise behind, cloaked in emerald green. Even the buildings seem to bask in the abundant sunshine, their facades painted in cheerful hues that reflect the optimistic spirit of the place. This stretch of shoreline, long a magnet for those seeking the cool, clear waters of Tahoe, has seen its share of change. Once a sleepy fishing village, Kings Beach evolved into a popular vacation destination, its economy fueled by summer tourists and winter skiers drawn to the nearby resorts. The legacy of those bustling decades can still be felt in the vintage motels and classic diners that dot the main drag, whispering tales of a bygone era. Today, while still a beloved getaway, Kings Beach has also cultivated a strong sense of local identity, a place where families have put down roots and a year-round community thrives, enjoying the quiet beauty and the enduring allure of its lakeside setting.

About This Kings Beach Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Kings Beach, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.237685, -120.02658. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Kings Beach and Placer County.

Detailed location data for Kings Beach includes the ZIP code (96143), telephone area code (530), county seat of Placer County (Auburn), and school district assignment (Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Kings Beach is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.