"Highway 28 between Incline Village and Spooner Summit is a two-lane road that sees 1 million recreational visitors and about 4 million cars whizzing by, every year, according to transportation authorities."
"Chimney Beach is one of the more well-known and popular East Shore beaches. Its namesake stone chimney is the last remnant of an old caretaker's cabin."
"On a busy summer day, the narrow strip of sand and shallow water in front of the beach are full of people and dogs, with beachgoers spilling over onto the rocks."
"Incline Village's beaches are private and closed off to the public. That exclusivity pushes beachgoers from out of town down the highway."
Lake Tahoe's East Shore features stunning beaches and clear waters but faces access challenges due to narrow Highway 28. A new parking lot at Chimney Beach, opening this spring with 130 spaces, aims to improve safety and visitor access. The highway sees about 1 million recreational visitors and 4 million cars annually, with peak days attracting around 3,000 people. Chimney Beach is popular due to its scenic beauty and proximity to Incline Village, which has private beaches, leading to increased crowds at public locations.
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