Boaters launching at Lake Tahoe will have to pay a fee to help fund an inspection program aimed at preventing the introduction of aquatic invasive species such as the quagga and zebra mussel beginning on June 1.
Boaters can have their vessels inspected at certain locations free of charge through the end of May; boats that stay in Tahoe need only be inspected once if an inspection seal is kept intact.
When a vessel comes out of the Lake, an inspection seal will be attached to boats so that they do not have to be inspected or pay a fee again as long as the boat returns with the seal intact. For more information, call the TRPA hotline at (888) 824-6267 or visit www.protecttahoe.org.
Vessel fees
Non-motorized vessels & vessels with intact inspection seal – No charge
Vessels up to 16’ - $10
Vessels over 16’ & up to 25’ - $30
Vessels over 25’ & up to 39’ - $40
Vessels over 39’ - $60
Vessels with ballast tanks, bladders & live wells - $10 additional
