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EMERALD BAY VACATION RENTALS, CALIFORNIA |
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Sights and Attractions in Emerald Bay |
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| Innumerable sights and attractions await your arrival at Emerald Bay. You can soak in the natural panoramas and unprecedented vistas offered by the region. |
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Emerald Bay State Park
Vikingsholm Castle
Emerald Bay
Lake Tahoe
Fannette Island
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| Emerald Bay State Park |
| Located 22 miles south of Tahoe city, Emerald State Park boasts of brilliant panoramic views of the mountain-building processes and glacier carved granite. The park, a highlight of any visit to Lake Tahoe, is known for its natural beauty, geology and history. The park activities include hiking, fishing, swimming, and wildlife viewing to name only a few. |
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| Vikingsholm Castle |
| Located in the Emerald Bay State Park, the Vikingsholm castle is a unique blend of natural beauty and man’s spectacular architectural ability. Guided tours of Vikingsholm Castle are available seven days a week from mid-June until the end of September. The tour fee is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for youths 6 to 17. The majestic cedars and pines set off by shear granite cliffs provide a perfect setting to the castle’s unique Scandinavian architecture, making this place one of the most beautiful scenic spots in the country. |
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| Emerald Bay |
| The bay, famous for its mesmerizing scenic beauty is spectacular any time of the year. The glacier-carved blue and turquoise bay is surrounded by granite peaks and the magnificent views are simply amazing. Reaching the bay involves a hike of about one mile and there is an elevation change of about 450 feet. |
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| Lake Tahoe |
| A trip to Emerald Bay Tahoma, California calls for a compulsory visit to Lake Tahoe, one of the most scenic spots in the world. The pristine waters presenting a rainbow of colors ranging from an unusual blue to a striking red during sunsets are to be seen to be believed. Enjoy a leisurely evening floating down the lake or simply relax the day on the beaches. If the crowds are not what you want, you can take a solitary walk in the surrounding woods and explore the varied flora and fauna of the region. Lake Tahoe, the largest alpine lake in North America, can hold an estimated 39.75 trillion gallons of water. It is fed by 63 streams and two hot springs, and the only outlet is the Truckee River. The temperature of the water remains a constant 39 degrees Fahrenheit, even in winter. |
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| Fannette Island |
| Located within Emerald Bay, America’s most photographed natural wonder - Fannette Island enjoys the distinction of being the only island in Lake Tahoe. Rising 150 feet above the water, this rocky island is available for day use between 6 AM and 9 PM, but camping, picnicking and pets are prohibited. The highlights of the park include a campground with 100 sites and a boat camp with 20 sites. |
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