Washoe Lake State Park
| Washoe Lake State Park | |
|---|---|
| Location | Washoe County, Nevada, United States |
| Nearest city | Carson City, Nevada |
| Coordinates | 39°13′56″N 119°46′49″W / 39.23222°N 119.78028°W |
| Area | 3,772.7 acres (1,526.8 ha) |
| Elevation | 5,053 ft (1,540 m) |
| Established | 1977 |
| Administered by | Nevada Division of State Parks |
| Visitors | 39,249 vehicles (in 2017) |
| Designation | Nevada state park |
| Website | Official website |
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Washoe Lake State Park is a year-round public recreation area occupying over 3,700 acres (1,500 ha) on the southeast shore of Washoe Lake in Washoe County, Nevada. The state park lies to the east of Lake Tahoe, approximately five miles (8.0 km) north of Carson City near U.S. Route 395. The area around the park is known for its high winds making Washoe Lake a popular destination for windsurfers.