The boat launch facility at Sand Harbor will open March 3. Boating hours will be 7am-3pm, Thursday through Monday through the end of April.

Boat inspectors will be present during these hours.

Closures or delayed opening may occur due to weather.

Lake levels are still low and launch conditions may be hazardous, especially for boats more than 16 feet.

Summer hours from 6am-8pm will begin May 1. Boaters only using Lake Tahoe are encouraged to get their watercraft inspected early this year prior to summer crowds.

Beginning May 1, watercraft inspections will take place only at roadside inspection stations. Please visit the Nevada State Parks website for locations, 2011 fee structures and other information.

Watercraft inspectors are provided by the Tahoe Resource Conservation District.