Located on the west side of the Sierra Boat Company in Carnelian Bay, Carnelian West offers 530 linear feet of public beach. Park for free at the site’s shared parking lot adjacent to Gar Woods Grill and Pier restaurant. Parking is available throughout the lot — there are no designated beach or restaurant spaces — or arrive by bike or bus. The site includes a lakefront promenade, benches, picnic tables, barbecues (bring your own charcoal), and restrooms. Gar Woods welcomes visitors to its pier, and provides boaters with access to day use mooring buoys. Pets are permitted only on dog-friendly beaches. Use a bag to pick up after your pet, and use a leash.