Whether you’ve been to Emerald Bay State Park before or it’s your first time, this photo tour will make you appreciate the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe and its surrounding area again and again.
Last updated: July 13, 2025
A Visit to Emerald Bay State Park in Pictures
Emerald Bay State Park is one of the most beautiful state parks in Northern California. The National Natural Landmark is known for its crystal clear turquoise and blue waters and evergreen trees. A stunning mountain backdrop completes the scenic masterpiece. Often called “the most photographed place of Earth”, Emerald Bay is a place that you want to explore again and again.
Photo Tour of the Bay
Apart from its envious location, Emerald Bay features a number of equally impressive landmarks. The most popular of them is Fannette Island. While not everyone opts to visit this jewel, hardly any traveler fails to take a picture of it. A plethora of observation decks along Highway 89 makes photographing this lonely isle from different vantage points safe and easy.
Other places that scream for your attention is Eagle Falls. But unlike Fannette Island, you can get up-close and even hike to this cascading giant. Be careful, though. No picture is worth risking your life. Even if it’s the most spectacular photo in the entire state park.
Visitors that are interested in historic architecture can visit Vikingsholm Castle. Built in 1928-1929, the 38-room mansion on Fannette Island is one of the finest examples of Scandinavian architectural style in the country.
wow beautitul photos!
Author
And the place is absolutely worth visiting!