Clean, Drain, and Dry

Plan ahead for mandatory inspections and decontaminations to protect Lake Tahoe. 

Clean, Drain, and Dry

Plan ahead for mandatory inspections and decontaminations to protect Lake Tahoe. 

Clean, Drain, and Dry

Plan ahead for mandatory inspections and decontaminations to protect Lake Tahoe. 

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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.
STOP INVASIVE GOLDEN MUSSELS

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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.
What are AIS?

Kayaker, Angler, Paddleboarder, or Beachgoer?

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

Fast action and collaboration protects Tahoe from golden mussels

Dec 8, 2025

This article was originally published in Tahoe In Depth, Issue 31, Winter 2025. In an unprecedented year of action and outreach, boaters, paddlers, and agency experts protected Lake Tahoe from invasive golden mussels. The collaboration and strengthened protections...

All Hands on Deck to Protect Tahoe from Golden Mussels

Oct 14, 2025

2025 Boating Season in Review Lake Tahoe, Nev./Calif. – Quick actions by boaters and paddlers this year helped prevent the dangerous golden mussel and other aquatic invasive species from entering the Lake Tahoe watershed, according to agencies leading the Lake Tahoe...

Dive into invasive species stories with Tahoe In Depth

Sep 2, 2025

How deep is your understanding of Lake Tahoe? Are you looking for interesting information about the Lake Tahoe environment? From stories on successful restoration to ongoing challenges, Tahoe In Depth is written to help people better understand the work being done to...

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• Locations and Hours

• Ready to Launch