To breathe the same air
as the angels
you must go to Tahoe.
...Mark Twain
This is Emerald Bay, California and Fannette Island, located in Lake Tahoe. In 1969 Emerald Bay was recognized as a National Natural Landmark.
Took a walk down to see the Vikingsholm Castle with a beautiful view of Emerald Bay. It is a scenic steep decline 1 mile walk down to the castle, built in 1929. Then a strenuous 500' return elevation/steep incline back again. It was worth the hike. Nice on Black.
I had a traveling job (years back) and spend about 3 month working in Reno NV. It was around march/April and spring skiing time at Tahoe. What a magical place. Just stunning this view.