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Three amazing alpine lakes lie in close proximity to Kirkwood: Caples Lake, Silver Lake and Kirkwood Lake.
Caples Lake, located 4 miles east of Kirkwood, and Silver Lake, located 8 miles southwest of Kirkwood, provide beach access, boat launches and picnic areas, as well as boat/kayak rentals, fishing and swimming. Kirkwood Lake is located just across State Route 88 and is smaller than the other two lakes, but still good for an afternoon dip to cool down.
Boat rental info: Caples Lake Marina and Boat Rentals | Kit Carson Silver Lake Boat Rentals.
The area surrounding Kirkwood offers plenty of fishing opportunities. Excellent alpine bait fishing, fly fishing lakes and streams are just a short drive from Kirkwood. Stop by the General Store to pick up your bait and tackle, and for information on fly fishing locations and operations check out Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters.