Fallen Leaf Lake lies off Highway 89 at the southwestern corner of Lake Tahoe. From Interstate 80 turn south on Highway 89 and follow it along the shore Lake Tahoe, past Emerald Bay. Watch for the sign for Fallen Left Lake on the right.

From Highway 50 at the Y in South Lake Tahoe, turn north on Highway 89. Near Camp Richardson, watch for the sign to Fallen Leaf Lake on your left.