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William Kent Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-W, US. Today, compare wind 4 km/h · NW, uv 8.0, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 70/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
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Last updated: Aug 15, 01:30 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 70/100
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Updated: Aug 15, 01:30 AM
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12°C
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8.0
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4 km/h · NW
Gust 6 km/h
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William Kent Beach
William Kent Beach stretches along the coast of Nevada, at approximately 39°08'N and 120°09'W, in a region where the lakeside landscape dominates the Sierra Nevada. Located near Lake Tahoe, one of North America's largest freshwater lakes, this area is characterized by alpine shores framed by coniferous forests and granite rock formations typical of the mountain range. The coastal environment here contrasts sharply with classic ocean beaches: the cold, crystalline waters of the lake, fed by snowmelt, create a mountain atmosphere rather than a traditional seaside one. This beach is distinguished by its pebble and gravel covering, a characteristic surface of alpine lakeside shores. The shore offers direct exposure to the lake waters, without major natural protection, making it a site exposed to seasonal climatic variations. In the immediate vicinity, neighboring beaches located 1.4 km and 1.5 km away have similar configurations, while other swimming areas extend up to 3.4 km, forming a string of small access points to the lake. The landscape remains dominated by wild nature: little urban development, dense vegetation in the background, and a mountain tranquility ambiance. The site does not have Blue Flag status and is not supervised. No major facilities (parking, toilets, showers, restaurants) are documented on site. Access is not adapted for people with reduced mobility. This minimalist configuration reflects the natural and undeveloped character of the area, typical of high-altitude lakeside recreational areas in the Sierra Nevada.
About this spot
William Kent Beach is named after William Kent, a 19th-century Californian philanthropist and a key figure in land conservation in California. The Lake Tahoe region, of which this shore is a part, was formed about two million years ago by tectonic collapse, creating the largest alpine lake in the United States. The Washoe, the indigenous people of the region, called these waters 'Da ow aga,' meaning 'big water'—an appellation that persists in local geographic memory. Historically, Lake Tahoe attracted prospectors during the California Gold Rush, and later wealthy vacationers from the 1870s onwards. Today, despite the proximity of renowned tourist resorts, beaches like William Kent retain a wild character, frequented mainly by hikers and local swimmers rather than mass tourist flows from urban centers.
Updated 5/9/2026
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How windy is William Kent Beach today?
4 km/h · NW. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at William Kent Beach?
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