Cliff Diving & Jumping in Nevada
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Nevada is a desert state, so its cliff jumping clusters around two bodies of water. Lake Tahoe's Nevada east shore is the headliner — Sand Harbor, Bonsai Rock, Secret Cove, and Chimney Beach offer granite ledges over staggeringly clear (and cold) alpine water. Down south, the Colorado River and Lake Mohave hold Nelson's Landing in Eldorado Canyon and Gold Strike Hot Springs below Hoover Dam. The Tahoe water is frigid year-round and several spots are officially discouraged; the southern desert spots bake in summer and the Gold Strike trail closes in extreme heat.
Boulder City1 spot
Carson City2 spots
Incline Village2 spots
Stateline1 spot
Cliff jumping in Nevada — FAQ
What are the best cliff jumping spots in Nevada?
On Lake Tahoe's east shore: Sand Harbor, Bonsai Rock, Secret Cove, and Chimney Beach. In the south: Nelson's Landing (Eldorado Canyon, Lake Mohave) and Gold Strike Hot Springs on the Colorado River near Boulder City.
Is cliff jumping legal at Lake Tahoe in Nevada?
Jumping happens widely along the east shore, but it's officially discouraged in places and the water is dangerously cold. Use caution, scout depth, and follow any posted rules.
Is Nevada good for cliff jumping?
For a desert state, yes — but it's concentrated. Lake Tahoe's coves and the Colorado River/Lake Mohave spots are the real draws; there isn't much in between.