2025 Update: Mandatory decontaminations of unsealed, motorized watercraft in effect. Click the banner to learn more.

Clean, Drain, and Dry

All three regional inspection stations are open for summer hours, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Clean, Drain, and Dry

All three regional inspection stations are open for summer hours, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Clean, Drain, and Dry

All three regional inspection stations are open for summer hours, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Plan ahead by checking the Locations and Hours page, our social media, or Contact Us for the latest information.

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Reminder: Invasive New Zealand mudsnails have been detected in Lake Tahoe. Click here for important inspection program updates.

Protect Tahoe from Golden Mussels

Invasive golden mussels, a species never before seen in North America, were discovered nearby in California—threatening Lake Tahoe. Mandatory decontaminations prevent introduction on motorized watercraft, but we must all take steps to protect Tahoe, Echo, and Fallen Leaf Lakes. Clean, Drain, Dry all gear that touches the water. To learn how to self inspect your non-motorized gear, click here.
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The need for inspections at Lake Tahoe

Watercraft are a leading vector for spreading aquatic invasive species (AIS) into new waterways. Mandatory inspections and decontaminations stop aquatic invaders before they enter the water. Thank you for helping protect Lake Tahoe from the devastating environmental and economic impacts of aquatic invasive species.
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All watercraft and gear must be Clean, Drained, and Dry before and after launching to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Paddlers, kayakers, anglers, and other beachgoers are encouraged to watch the 5-minute training video to become certified Tahoe Keepers.
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News and Updates

Lake Tahoe Inspectors Intercept Vessel with Highly Invasive Mussel

Jun 2, 2025

Contact: Jeff Cowen, 775-589-5278 | For Immediate Release: May 31, 2025 Lake Tahoe, Nev./Calif. — Lake Tahoe watercraft inspectors on Friday identified highly invasive golden mussels on a vessel at the Alpine Meadows, Calif. inspection station. This is the first...

Tahoe Boating Season Kicks Off with Stronger Protections

May 6, 2025

Threat of golden mussels prompts mandatory decontaminations Media Contact: Jeff Cowen | 775-589-5278 Inspection Program Contact: AIS@TRPA.gov | 888-824-6267 Lake Tahoe, Nev./Calif. – Lake Tahoe watercraft inspection stations, boat launches, and marinas are opening for...

TRPA Takes Action to Strengthen Boat Inspections

Mar 27, 2025

Golden mussels could be a greater threat than any other aquatic invader Contact: Jeff Cowen, 775-589-5278 Lake Tahoe, CA/NV – The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board on Wednesday approved a critical update to the Lake Tahoe Watercraft Inspection...

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