Emerald Bay in Lake Tahoe

Landscape Photography

Our visit to Lake Tahoe was a spontaneous decision, and to be honest, we were unprepared for the bustling crowds. Upon arrival, it seemed like everyone from the Bay Area had the same idea. Parking was nearly impossible to find, all campgrounds were fully booked, and we were unsure where to head next. Despite the challenges, we managed to complete a half-circle tour around the southern and eastern parts of the lake. We took a memorable photo of Emerald Bay, featuring the iconic Fannette Island, from the Emerald Bay Road, just south of Eagle Falls. Although our visit was brief and the experience somewhat hectic, we left with plans to return another day to explore more of this stunning destination. Lake Tahoe, formed about two million years ago, is the largest alpine lake in North America and the second deepest in the United States.