FAQ
What are the park hours?
Park is open to the the public year-round *
Hours of the park are currently 8:00am to 7:00pm.
While Park remains open 7 days a week, Hours for Host house Access, pass sales, payment drop offs, appointments, Email, Phone Responses or just to drop in and chat about anything Park related are:
- Wednesday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday & Saturday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Monday & Tuesday: Closed
* Gate may open or close sooner or later than times posted without notice due to weather, events or other situations that may arrive. Vehicles must be outside the gate BEFORE the posted closing time. Pickleball games must end before closing time.
Is after hours access allowed?
Tahoe Paradise Park has a "No trespassing after Dark" policy. Vehicles must be outside the gate before posted closing time. People fishing in the lake, on foot or bicycle riders please exit the park within one hour of posted park gate closing time. Pickleballers must exit the courts before the closing time.
Those who book events whose contract states an event time beyond posted closing times have permission to remain in park after dark if the contract allows.
All others, please speak to the Hosts at the Host house within the park for permission to be in the park during nighttime hours, such as dog walking or stargazing on the beach, as long as we know in advance, otherwise Sherrif will be called on all trespassers who have not received permission and refuse to leave after being asked to leave.
Entrance road is Park property. Unauthorized Parking on entrance road after dark without permission will be considered trespassing.
Pedestrians and Bicycles have the right to traverse bridge and bike trail during night hours only if they stay on the bike path/road and pass through. Those who divert from bike path into the Park at night without permission will be considered trespassers.
For safety and visibility, all individuals passing through the park at night must carry a flashlight or another form of light to remain visible to park cameras for the purpose of showing harmless intent.
Security cameras are in effect 24/7 in Paradise Park.
Are dogs allowed in the park? Woof?!
Dogs are welcome in Tahoe Paradise Park, leashed.
All dogs must be on a leash and Leash Law will be strictly enforced
No dogs allowed in playground area, tennis courts and on the beach in the Upper Park
Please be prepared and pick up after your dog (Dog Stations are available throughout park)
Is there parking available?
Yes! Only Upper parking lot is available in the Fall/Winter depending on the snowfall.
Spring and Summer months, we have plenty of parking.
Parking Fee
Daily parking fee is @ $5. per vehicle
2025 to 2026 Parking Passes are now available!
12 month passes can be purchased for $50. (locals with any 9615x zip) and $85. (outside of 9615x zip)
Passes are a full 12 month pass from purchase date
In Person Sales Only: (Visit Park Host at House near Park Entrance)
For 12 month pass, please bring: ‣proof of residency ‣Current Personal ID
‣Payment of $50. -Preferably cash or a check made out to TPRPD - Credit Card fee applies via Paypal - We do not have a Credit Card merchant system. Only Paypal via CC. ‣Non-residents pay $85.
12 month Parking pass / Courts COMBO Passes are available for $150.
(Pickleball/Tennis 12 month Pass is $125.)
Passes are a full 12 month pass from purchase date
Times to purchase in person at Host House in the park: * - Wednesday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday & Saturday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Monday & Tuesday: Closed
* If host unavailable during expected available times, please call number on door to arrange an appointment. We will return your call ASAP.
Are there any restrictions on Lake Baron (Upper Park)?
Paddle boarding, kayaking and swimming activities are welcomed
NO jet ski's or motorized boats allowed. (Small boats with electric outboard only)
NO dogs allowed on beach or inside tennis courts
ALL dogs at the park MUST be leashed (pick up stations with bags are provided and placed throughout park for your convenience)
(1) One Tennis court and (8) Four Pickle Ball courts are available
Hiking and Mountain bike trails are throughout park.
Are there any courts to play sports?
ATTENTION: Pickleball / Tennis Courts will close for the 2025/2026 season, beginning November 1st and will reopen approximately April/May, depending on weather conditions.
There is One Tennis court and 8 Pickle Ball courts
All courts are first-come first-serve basis
Fee is $5. per person/per visit and those 17 years and under are Free -
Please pay fees BEFORE playing at the green fee box posted by courts
Annual Pickleball/TennisPasses are available @ $125.
Annual Parking pass /Pickleball/Tennis COMBO Passes are available. $150.
Passes are a full 12 month pass from purchase date
Players must exit courts before posted gate closing times.
In Person Sales Only: (Visit Park Host at House near Park Entrance) Times to purchase 12 month passes in person at park: * - Wednesday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday & Saturday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Monday & Tuesday: Closed
* If host unavailable during expected available times, please call number on door to arrange an appointment. We will return your call ASAP.
What are the rules to fishing at Lake Baron?
Rules & Regulations
Fishing is year-round
Fishing hours is legal one hour prior to sunrise to one hour after sunset (Parking rules to be outside of gate before posted closing time must also be observed)
Barbless, artificial lures only. No bait.
Licenses for any person, 16 years of age or older, must have a valid California fishing license
Catch & release is suggested at Lake Baron and has a two fish limit per day during the months of July and August only.
Catch & release only from September to June with the exception of the Fishing Derby day.
Fishing licenses can be obtained from local sporting goods stores. Failure to obtain a fishing license or to follow rules and regulations can result in stiff fines
Lake is patrolled by Fishing and Game. Paradise Park reserves the right to call sheriff or Fish and Game on any who break these rules.
How to host an event at the clubhouse?
We suggest reserving facilities at least six months to a year in advance of an event in order to reserve the best dates and times
Events may be accommodated upon availability
Retainer fees are due prior to the scheduled date and are based upon the time and facility rented
Write to tahoeparadisepark@gmail.com to confirm your booking!
What can I reserve in the Lower Park?
Park and use of picnic tables are available to reserve for your next picnic or event and celebration.
We ask that groups who number 6 or more persons to make a reservation at least one week in advance.
All groups (6 to 400 persons) who wish to reserve a park picnic space and tables.
Reservations are made on a first-come first-serve basis.
Group picnic area near the playground is perfect for children's birthdays.
Group picnic on left side away from playground near the bike bridge is well suited for quieter gatherings.
Children's Playground is available to children and is ideal for ages of 5-12 years old
Can I camp, campfire and charcoal grill at the park?"
Day use picnic areas are available by reservation, then, first come first serve basis if available
No overnight camping allowed
No campfires allowed in park
Use of Charcoal Grills is prohibited at this time
You may bring your own propane/gas BBQ (if no Red Flag warning day is issued)
Please clean up after yourself and place trash in appropriate bins provided or PACK OUT is best.