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EMERALD BAY SP, CADescription:Season for Peak Fees: 05/15 to 09/15 Emerald Bay State Park is adjacent to D.L. Bliss State Park. With its rugged shoreline and blue-green water, Emerald Bay is one of the most photographed places in the world. Vikingsholm, a replica of a Scandinavian castle (800 A.D.), is part of the park. The building is considered one of the finest examples of Scandinavian architecture in the Western Hemisphere. Tours are available of this 38-room mansion. Emerald Bay offers a panoramic view of the lake from Eagle Falls. Hikers can head into nearby Desolation Wilderness or walk the rugged lakeshore to D.L. Bliss along the Rubicon Trail. Park Kiosk Hours:
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Alerts and Important InformationD.L. Bliss, Donner Memorial, Emerald Bay, and Tahoe SRA are OPEN during the winter for hiking and snowshoeing, but these parks are CLOSED to camping beginning mid-September (varies by park). However, Sugar Pine Point is OPEN for camping on a first-come, first-served basis. Discount Pass must be presented at the time of check in.
Emerald Bay State Park is site specific, you will select your site at the time you make your reservation. WARNING: Metal bear resistant food lockers are provided in each campsite. All food, beverages, and toiletries are required by law to be stored in provided food lockers. The inside dimentions of the food lockers are 36" deep, 43" wide, and 22" high. Violators will be cited. Camp at your own risk! By choosing to enter or camp at Emerald Bay SP you assume the risk of personal injury or property damaged caused by bears.
Getting There:Emerald Bay SPCA Emerald Bay SP is on the Southwest shore of Lake Tahoe on State Highway 89. The park is located 22 miles south of Tahoe City. Phone Park for More Information:Project Office: (530)525-7277
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