About this spot
Bonsai Rock is an iconic east-shore Lake Tahoe rock, named for the small pines on top, reached by a short scramble off Highway 28. People jump from it into clear, deep, cold water; submerged rocks make scouting essential.
Safety first. Cliff jumping is inherently dangerous and can cause serious injury or death. Conditions — water depth, submerged hazards, and access — change constantly. CliffScout is community-sourced reference information, not a guarantee a spot is safe. Always assess the conditions yourself before jumping, and never jump where you're unsure. You assume all risk.