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South Lake Tahoe California Map

Explore South Lake Tahoe, California, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of South Lake Tahoe, California

How to Use This South Lake Tahoe, California Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for South Lake Tahoe, California. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of California or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to South Lake Tahoe.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	South Lake Tahoe
State	California (CA)
County	El Dorado County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	38.933241
Longitude	-119.984348
Population	21,330
Density	808.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	96150, 96151, 96152, 96154, 96155
Area Code	530
County Seat	Placerville
School District	Lake Tahoe Unified School District

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About South Lake Tahoe, California

South Lake Tahoe is a locality in El Dorado County, California, United States. It has a population of 21,330. The population density is 808.4 people per km². South Lake Tahoe is located at 38.9332°N, 119.9843°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. South Lake Tahoe is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 96150, 96151, 96152.

South Lake Tahoe occupies a high-altitude basin defined by the steady, quiet passage of Trout Creek through its center. The landscape is defined by the expansive presence of Lake Tahoe, which sits merely one mile from the residential core, offering a deep, cobalt stillness that anchors the horizon. To the west, Eldorado National Forest provides a dense, evergreen boundary where the air holds the scent of pine needles and damp earth. Far to the west, the jagged peaks of the Sierra Nevada rise against the sky, their silhouettes serving as a constant, looming reminder of the region’s rugged geologic scale. The local terrain spills into the open expanse of Lake Valley, creating a broad, level floor that contrasts with the steep, timbered slopes surrounding it.

Economic life in South Lake Tahoe has long been tethered to the seasonal rhythms of the land and the endurance of its natural resources. Historically, the area supported timber harvesting and early settlements that relied on the transit of goods through the high passes of the Sierra Nevada. Today, the economy sustains itself through a blend of hospitality and outdoor recreation that draws visitors to the slopes and the water. Businesses in South Lake Tahoe adapt to the heavy winters and the brief, brilliant summers, maintaining a commerce that mirrors the pulse of the environment. The Carson Ranger District plays a vital role in managing the surrounding timber and public access, ensuring that the local industry remains balanced with the preservation of the forest. This cycle of work and land stewardship keeps the local economy aligned with the seasonal migration of people seeking the quietude of the basin.

Cultural identity in South Lake Tahoe is shaped by a spirit of self-reliance and a profound appreciation for the mountain environment. Residents often spend their days navigating the Rubicon Trail or finding solitude within the quiet reaches of Eldorado National Forest, which envelopes the perimeter of the settlement. The community gathers for local events that celebrate the changing seasons, marked by a pace that feels deliberate and unhurried. While the region does not prioritize the fame of individuals, the legendary singer Cher once maintained a residence here, drawn perhaps by the same clarity of light that defines the afternoon sky. Landmarks are rarely man-made, as the sheer scale of the basin and the proximity to the water provide a sense of place that transcends typical architecture. Life in South Lake Tahoe remains a quiet negotiation between the human footprint and the persistent, wild character of the surrounding woods.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Eldorado National Forest (National Forest) — 0.1 mi, 035° NE · 703k acres
Little League Fields (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 076° E
South Lake Tahoe Community Play Fields (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 112° E
St Theresa (Public Artwork) — 0.6 mi, 055° NE
Parks & Recreation Complex (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 043° NE
Regan Beach (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 356° N
Eldorado Purchase Unit (National Forest) — 1.1 mi, 172° S · 326 acres
Marcus Ashley Galllery (Gallery) — 2.6 mi, 055° NE
Heavenly Village Cinemas (Cinema) — 2.7 mi, 056° NE
The Loft (Theatre) — 2.7 mi, 055° NE
Genius Fine Art (Gallery) — 2.7 mi, 053° NE
On Tahoe Time (Gallery) — 2.8 mi, 055° NE
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park (State Park) — 3.0 mi, 058° NE
Hard Rock Stadium Cinemas (Cinema) — 3.0 mi, 049° NE
Scenic Overlook (Viewpoint) — 3.1 mi, 065° NE
Tallac Historic Site (Attraction) — 3.3 mi, 276° W
Lake of the Sky Amphitheater (Theatre) — 3.8 mi, 273° W
Open Space (State Recreation Area) — 3.9 mi, 051° NE
Washoe Meadows State Park (State Park) — 4.1 mi, 196° S
Round Hill Pines Beach Resort (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 023° NE
Desolation Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 5.3 mi, 247° SW · 64k acres
Zephyr Cove Beach (Attraction) — 5.4 mi, 021° N
M. S. Dixie II Terminal (Attraction) — 5.4 mi, 020° N
Pacific Crest Trail National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 7.5 mi, 205° SW · 1,886 acres
Andrews Meadows (Nature Reserve) — 7.7 mi, 201° S
Linder Grove (Nature Reserve) — 8.7 mi, 196° S
Snowshoe Thompson Historical Monument (Monument) — 15.9 mi, 134° SE
Kit Carson Historical Monument (Monument) — 16.4 mi, 181° S
Mokelumne Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 16.8 mi, 180° S · 104k acres
Stephen Downey (Monument) — 18.1 mi, 286° W

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