Emerald Bay State Park, State park and National Natural Landmark at Lake Tahoe, California, US.
The 1,533-acre natural reserve centers around a deep bay with green waters surrounded by granite cliffs and dense forests.
The California Department of Parks and Recreation established Emerald Bay State Park in 1953, receiving National Natural Landmark status in 1969.
Vikingsholm, a 38-room mansion constructed in 1929, stands as an example of Scandinavian architectural design within the United States.
Visitors access the park through California State Route 89, with temperatures ranging from 40°F to 75°F in summer and 20°F to 40°F in winter.
Fannette Island, the sole island in Lake Tahoe, features a stone tea house constructed in the early twentieth century.
Location: El Dorado County
Inception: 1953
Website: https://parks.ca.gov/?page_id=506
GPS coordinates: 38.95361,-120.09389
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:45
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