Donate
Submit Data

Cleaning Tahoe’s Beaches, One Robot at a Time

See how a few small robots are making a big impact—powered by science, community, and innovation.

See Science in Action Donate
We work every day to Keep Tahoe Blue – so we can all keep loving it.
Stay Current on All Things Lake Tahoe
News

The latest and next up

View All News
January 1, 2025

The League’s new home

Our office is currently closed to the public, and we look forward to welcoming you in soon. In the meantime, we invite you to visit our store. Click to find our hours.
Read more
March 6, 2025

KRNV News 4 | Their Story: Nevada Women – Darcie Goodman Collins, PhD

Watch League CEO Darcie Goodman Collins, PhD, featured in KRNV News 4’s special segment, “Nevada Women,” where she shares her passion for protecting Lake Tahoe and her leadership in preserving the basin for future generations.
Read more
March 8, 2025

‘There is literally no one’: The fallout coming to Lake Tahoe after forest service gutted

The SFGate article discusses significant staffing cuts at the U.S. Forest Service's Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, which jeopardize important restoration efforts, wildfire prevention, and water quality initiatives. With a reduced workforce to manage and maintain trails and protect public lands, the ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of Lake Tahoe are facing serious challenges.
Read more
March 24, 2025

California Tahoe Conservancy acquires Van Sickle entrance parcel, approves beach grants, and water main at Meeks Bay

From expanding public access at Van Sickle Park to improving infrastructure at Tahoe beaches and Meeks Bay—read how recent land and water investments are shaping the future of conservation and recreation in the Basin.
Read more
January 9, 2025

Opinion: Ski conglomerate Alterra must reassess massive, irresponsible Lake Tahoe development plan

Alterra Mountain Company must be held accountable for the potential impacts to Tahoe from its planned development project at Palisades Tahoe.
Read more
May 23, 2023

TRPA Accepting Lottery Applications for New Piers June 1 – 30

TRPA will be accepting lottery entries between June 1 and June 30 this year for pier allocations allowed every two years under the Shoreline Plan.
Read more
December 30, 2024

Environmental groups sue over Palisades Tahoe expansion plans

The league has teamed with Sierra Watch to file a lawsuit against Alterra Mountain Company for their proposed development at Palisades Tahoe Ski Resort.
Read more
January 14, 2025

What Lies Beneath? Can we keep Lake Tahoe’s aquatic invaders at bay?

Lake Tahoe faces challenges of keeping invasive aquatic species at bay. Learn the lessons experts are learning and their outlook for the future.
Read more
December 22, 2024

December 2024 Advocacy Newsletter

2024 was a year filled with challenges and successes. Learn about the League's 2024 achievements and upcoming objectives for 2025 in this month's advocacy newsletter.
Read more
December 5, 2024

League to Save Lake Tahoe files lawsuit against massive development project to protect local environment

The League and Sierra Watch join in action against the recently approved development at Palisades Tahoe.
Read more
View All News
Keep Tahoe Blue
Who We Are

Environmental experts and Tahoe-lovers, just like you

We are the donor-funded organization of environmental experts and Tahoe-lovers who have been keeping Tahoe blue since 1957.

What We Do

Combat Pollution

  • 01 / 01

We combat pollution to Keep Tahoe Blue, healthy and pristine.

  • Improving transportation to prevent erosion and emissions
  • Shaping environmental policy and recruiting public funding
  • Fostering stewardship to create a litter-free Tahoe
Learn More
  • 124
    Tahoe Blue Crews fighting litter around Tahoe-Truckee
  • 111k+
    Pounds of litter removed through League events and programs
  • 266k+
    Cigarette butts picked up since 2014
  • 529k+
    Miles traveled on Lake-friendly Lime scooters since 2018
  • 125
    Cigarette butt disposal canisters installed around Tahoe
What We Do

Tackle Invasive Species

  • 01 / 01
Aquatic invasive weeds
Inspecting aquatic weeds

We tackle invasive species to protect and restore the delicate ecology of Lake Tahoe.

  • Preventing new infestations with an engaged, informed community
  • Crowdsourcing solutions through citizen science
  • Deploying innovative technologies to put the threat in check
Learn More
  • 105+
    Acres of aquatic invasive weeds in Tahoe's largest infestation
  • 8
    Lakes in Tahoe-Truckee surveyed for aquatic invaders in 2021
  • 600
    Volunteers trained and certified through our Eyes on the Lake program
  • 1,470
    Surveys submitted by Eyes on the Lake volunteers
What We Do

Advance Restoration

  • 01 / 01
Burned trees
Keep Tahoe Blue

We advance restoration to ensure Tahoe is resilient in the face of the climate crisis.

  • Healing forests, streams and meadows through hands-on work.
  • Removing red tape to accelerate important initiatives.
  • Collaborating with partners to get restoration done.
Learn More
  • 24
    Years of hosting Tahoe’s largest volunteer restoration event
  • 59k
    Acres on Tahoe’s west shore slated for restoration
  • $36m
    Secured for wildfire and climate change readiness in 2021
  • 10
    Stream sites being monitored for Caldor Fire impacts
  • 10k
    Acres in the Basin burned in the Caldor Fire, needing restoration
What We Do

  • Combat Pollution

    We combat pollution to Keep Tahoe Blue, healthy and pristine.

    • Improving transportation to prevent erosion and emissions
    • Shaping environmental policy and recruiting public funding
    • Fostering stewardship to create a litter-free Tahoe
    Learn More
    • 124
      Tahoe Blue Crews fighting litter around Tahoe-Truckee
    • 111k+
      Pounds of litter removed through League events and programs
    • 266k+
      Cigarette butts picked up since 2014
    • 529k+
      Miles traveled on Lake-friendly Lime scooters since 2018
    • 125
      Cigarette butt disposal canisters installed around Tahoe

  • Tackle Invasive Species

    Aquatic invasive weeds
    Inspecting aquatic weeds

    We tackle invasive species to protect and restore the delicate ecology of Lake Tahoe.

    • Preventing new infestations with an engaged, informed community
    • Crowdsourcing solutions through citizen science
    • Deploying innovative technologies to put the threat in check
    Learn More
    • 105+
      Acres of aquatic invasive weeds in Tahoe's largest infestation
    • 8
      Lakes in Tahoe-Truckee surveyed for aquatic invaders in 2021
    • 600
      Volunteers trained and certified through our Eyes on the Lake program
    • 1,470
      Surveys submitted by Eyes on the Lake volunteers

  • Advance Restoration

    Burned trees
    Keep Tahoe Blue

    We advance restoration to ensure Tahoe is resilient in the face of the climate crisis.

    • Healing forests, streams and meadows through hands-on work.
    • Removing red tape to accelerate important initiatives.
    • Collaborating with partners to get restoration done.
    Learn More
    • 24
      Years of hosting Tahoe’s largest volunteer restoration event
    • 59k
      Acres on Tahoe’s west shore slated for restoration
    • $36m
      Secured for wildfire and climate change readiness in 2021
    • 10
      Stream sites being monitored for Caldor Fire impacts
    • 10k
      Acres in the Basin burned in the Caldor Fire, needing restoration
How You Can Help

Tahoe can’t protect itself

 

All of us must do our part to Keep Tahoe Blue. Whether you have five minutes or five hours, you can make a difference.

Learn more
  • 01
    Donate
    Our Lake-saving work depends on the generosity of people like you. Support our efforts today.
    Learn More Learn More
  • 02
    Join the Tahoe Blue Crew
    Adopt your Tahoe happy place and keep it free of pollution.
    Learn More Learn More
  • 03
    Put your Eyes on the Lake
    Protect Tahoe from aquatic invasive species through our citizen science program.
    Learn More Learn More
  • 04
    Become a Pipe Keeper
    Monitor water quality and critical infrastructure to protect Tahoe’s health and clarity
    Learn More Learn More
“The only way to Keep Tahoe Blue is if everyone pitches in and does their part.”
Morgan Edwards
Tahoe Blue Crew Leader
“I just wish everyone would cherish and respect this fantastic place that we call home.”
Kerry Andras
Tahoe Blue Crew Leader
“Pack it in and pack it out to keep this place beautiful.”
Matt Franzino
Tahoe Blue Crew Leader
“A little respect goes a long way!”
Lauren Castro
Tahoe Blue Crew Leader
Echo Lake reflects a few of Tahoe’s peaks in its still, glassy waters.
Iconic Bonsai Rock is just one of Tahoe’s irreplaceable views we must protect.
Mt. Tallac surveys the Tahoe Basin from high above the south shore.
Tahoe has more lakes than just Big Blue. Cascade Lake is perched between Emerald Bay and Fallen Leaf Lake.
Go to gallery
Shop Keep Tahoe Blue Merchandise

Every purchase supports the mission.