Lake Tahoe sits on the border of California and Nevada. The largest Alpine lake in North America. 21 miles long, 16,000 ft deep.
Crater Lake from Rim Village
Crater Lake formed in the calderon after Mt. Mazama blew its top over 7,000 years ago.
Crater Lake is approx. 1,000 feet below the rim, 6 miles across, 19,000 ft at its deepest point. The blue of the lake is amazing and difficult to capture on film.
Lake Tahoe is a recreation area; casinos (in Nevada), marinas, vacation homes, hotels, restaurants, golf courses, ski areas, etc.
Crater Lake is a national park. Limited lodging and areas to eat in the park.
Two areas I always wanted to see, checked off in a matter of days. Of the two, Lake Tahoe is where I'd like to go back to again.
Mt. Rushmore, Lake Tahoe and Crater Lake are now checked off your Bucket List. What's next?
ReplyDeleteReading all of these posts is making it more difficult to focus on work! Can't wait to join you in Washington, hear more stories, see all the pictures, and see some mountains and blue lakes in person.
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