ZIP Code 96156: South Lake Tahoe, California
ZIP code 96156 covers part or all of South Lake Tahoe in El Dorado County, California. Its reference point is at latitude 38.9352 and longitude -119.9676 (38°56'06.7"N 119°58'03.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 96156
South Lake Tahoe, CA has 9 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 96156, they include 96150, 96151, 96152, 96153, 96154, 96155, 96157, 96158.
Across El Dorado County there are 30 ZIP codes listed, and California has 2,792 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 96157 in South Lake Tahoe, CA, about 0.5 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 96156 |
|---|---|
| City | South Lake Tahoe |
| County | El Dorado County |
| State | California (CA) |
| Latitude | 38.9352 |
| Longitude | -119.9676 |
| DMS | 38°56'06.7"N 119°58'03.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 96157 (South Lake Tahoe, 0.5 mi) |
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Map of ZIP Code 96156
Map centered on 38.9352, -119.9676. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of South Lake Tahoe, CA
Video: South Lake Tahoe, CA
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ZIP Codes Near 96156
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 96156, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 96156, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Stateline, NV (3.8 mi northeast), Zephyr Cove, NV (6.6 mi northeast) and Glenbrook, NV (8.1 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Stateline, NV – 3.8 mi northeast
- Zephyr Cove, NV – 6.6 mi northeast
- Glenbrook, NV – 8.1 mi north
- Echo Lake, CA – 10 mi southwest
- Genoa, NV – 10 mi northeast
- Carson City, NV – 12 mi northeast
- Twin Bridges, CA – 12 mi southwest
Schools Near South Lake Tahoe, CA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 96156 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County.
Searching nearby communities such as Stateline and Zephyr Cove can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 96156.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around South Lake Tahoe, CA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 96156.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving South Lake Tahoe, CA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 96156 may also use facilities in nearby Stateline, Zephyr Cove and Glenbrook.
Shopping and Dining in South Lake Tahoe
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 96156 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near South Lake Tahoe, California can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 96156.
To research local history, try searching for El Dorado County records and archives along with the name South Lake Tahoe.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 96156, Stateline lies about 3.8 mi to the northeast, Zephyr Cove lies about 6.6 mi to the northeast, Glenbrook lies about 8.1 mi to the north, Echo Lake lies about 10 mi to the southwest and Genoa lies about 10 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near South Lake Tahoe show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 96156
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Labor Day Weekend 2009, South Lake Tahoe, CA - panoramio”): Scorewith German, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Tahoe morning (29897724770)”): Tom Purves from Toronto, canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Exploring Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe, California USA Walking Tour #heavenlyvillage #tahoe” by Exploration To Go, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 96156 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.