Lake
Emerald Bay and Vikingsholm
South Lake Tahoe, California
Tahoe's most famous cove with a Scandinavian-style castle on the shore.
- Cost
- Paid
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 3 hours
A bay with a small island and a mansion called Vikingsholm reached on a steep 1 mile path. Look down from the overlook on Highway 89 for postcard views.
Good to know
- Parking is tight, arrive early
- Trail down is steep
- Tours of Vikingsholm run in summer
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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