A Sunny Trip Around Lake Tahoe

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April 25th 2009

Me at Emerald BayMe at Emerald Bay
Me at Emerald Bay

Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay, with the the City of Lake Tahoe and the mountain ridge back to the east.
The next day is much better weather for sightseeing. In fact, it is perfect: sunny, clear, and cool.

We trek out again on our drive around the lake. 24-hours later, the difference is astounding! We revisit the scenic overlook that was previously covered in snow. The snow is gone without a trace; the forest smells of pine. We stop several times around the lake to take in the sights, traveling clockwise from South Lake Tahoe.

We stop at some mountain waterfalls, the spectacular Emerald Bay, along the shoreline, and head up to Mount Rose on the north side of the lake, which is above the snow line. We then return down the east side of the lake in the afternoon, getting some amazing photos along the lake shore.



Finally, we hike along one of the summit trails near the city of Lake Tahoe and take in some great views over the lake in late afternoon, looking west.

The next day is much better weather for sightseeing. In fact, it is perfect: sunny, clear, and cool.

We trek out again on our drive around
Mountain Falls at Lake TahoeMountain Falls at Lake Tahoe
Mountain Falls at Lake Tahoe

A spring mountain stream feeds the lake.
the lake. 24-hours later, the difference is astounding! We revisit the scenic overlook that was previously covered in snow. The snow is gone without a trace; the forest smells of pine. We stop several times around the lake to take in the sights, traveling clockwise from South Lake Tahoe.

We stop at some mountain waterfalls, the spectacular Emerald Bay, along the shoreline, and head up to Mount Rose on the north side of the lake, which is above the snow line. We then return down the east side of the lake in the afternoon, getting some amazing photos along the lake shore.

Overall, an amazing trip filled with pristine natural beauty.

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Lake Tahoe Mountain SceneryLake Tahoe Mountain Scenery
Lake Tahoe Mountain Scenery

A view of some of the mountainous terrain along the west side of Lake Tahoe.
Me at Lake TahoeMe at Lake Tahoe
Me at Lake Tahoe

Along the western shore of Lake Tahoe at the northwest portion of the lake in early afternoon.
Lake Tahoe VistaLake Tahoe Vista
Lake Tahoe Vista

Looking towards the east across the lake to a mountain with ski runs on the other side.
Lake Tahoe from the northLake Tahoe from the north
Lake Tahoe from the north

This is looking back at the lake from the north end, on the drive up to Mount Rose.
At the Base of Mount RoseAt the Base of Mount Rose
At the Base of Mount Rose

Several feet of snow remain from the winter, making the short hike up to the Mount Rose peak a little more challenging.
Lake Tahoe east shoreLake Tahoe east shore
Lake Tahoe east shore

This is from a great little hiking spot on the northeast side of the lake on the Nevada side.
Lake Tahoe looking southwestLake Tahoe looking southwest
Lake Tahoe looking southwest

Taken from a hiking trail on the northeast side of the lake.
Northern shore of Lake TahoeNorthern shore of Lake Tahoe
Northern shore of Lake Tahoe

Looking north, across a small bay, in the direction of Mount Rose.
Summit Trail ViewsSummit Trail Views
Summit Trail Views

From a summit trail near the city of Lake Tahoe, towards Heavenly ski resort.
Along the Summit TrailAlong the Summit Trail
Along the Summit Trail

Fallen trees along the summit trail on the southeast side of Lake Tahoe.
View of Lake Tahoe looking WestView of Lake Tahoe looking West
View of Lake Tahoe looking West

From the summit trail, looking across the lake in the afternoon.






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