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The only instance in my life when I thought I was going to die happened on a day in 1971 while boating on Lake Tahoe ! My fiance (now husband) and I were young and dumb, boating in our fixer-upper, fourteen-foot, outboard. Only completely insane college kids would do something so stupid. To top it off...
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Taking its inspiration from medieval Nordic architecture, Vikingsholm Castle was built in the late 1920's. The fortress is situated within the protective confines of Emerald Bay State Park, in South Lake Tahoe, California , and is considered a popular, summer attraction. The attraction is accessible...
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Hiking is a great way to explore the Sierras mountains around North Lake Tahoe . If you want to get off the beaten path and be a traveler rather than a tourist then take heed. Tahoe is hot and dry in the summer and for this reason there is nothing better than having a nice body of water to splash around...
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Lake Tahoe is a premier vacation spot, one of the most beautiful in the U.S. It covers a huge area, and visitors have a wide choice of locales in which to stay. North Tahoe on the Nevada side is probably a little livelier than the California side, but even so, the different communities each have their...
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The vineyards in the North Lake Tahoe area will amaze you so much, you'll want to "stomp your feet". Truckee, California is the prominent area for wine on the California side of North Lake Tahoe. Truckee River Winery ages their wine in a snowbound barn. It must age longer, but the winery...
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Emerald Bay State Park isn't just the most scenic spot in Lake Taho e ; it may be the most scenic spot in the country. In fact, visiting the area might convince you that someone conked you on the head and dragged you to Europe. The bay is an inlet, reminiscent of an Icelandic fjord, carved by glaciers...
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North Lake Tahoe is an area which offers wonderful cultural events and premier entertainment. Of all the things to do there, however, few things beat the simple joys found in attending a winery tour or one of the local wine festivals. The following events and places are all ones at which you can taste...
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Fishing the beautiful lakes of the high Sierras is an absolutely unforgettable experience. Anglers from across the globe trek to the area in hopes of landing a trophy, and one of their prime targets is Lake Tahoe . Located on the California-Nevada border, the lake has an elevation of 6,230 feet, with...
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North Lake Tahoe , located on the California-Nevada border, is one of the most beautiful natural spots in the world. The water here is crystal clear. In fact, a dinner plate lying on the bottom at a depth of 75 feet would be clearly visible. The ultra-clean waters are actually 99.9% pure - amazing in...
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The recent closing of North Lake Tahoe's Ponderosa Ranch may have left some tourists feeling left in the lurch, but Incline Village isn't just a one trick pony when it comes to attractions. How much sarsaparilla can a person really drink anyway? Here's a novel way to spend the day in Incline...
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Ready for a vacation? Try South Tahoe , where there is something to do 365-days a year. Never heard of South Lake Tahoe? Well... South Lake Tahoe has a population of approximately 35,000 and is the lakeside's largest community. This population is not just seasonal, as most of the residents are full...
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Imagine this - you're the golfer who can't miss a game but need a respite from the humdrum golf courses, the nitpicking of a golf widow, and stressed-out kids. You'll get your wishes in North Lake Tahoe, California . Scenic vistas, relaxed games, a suddenly romantic wife and kids too busy...