Mt. Tallac View

Mt. Tallac View

A hike of approximately 9-miles and 5-hours in duration, depending on how fast you hike uphill, from the Fallen Leaf Lake area gets you to the top of Mt. Tallac and back. The panoramic views from this vantage point, of 9,375 feet, are spectacular and it’s well worth the effort if you have never been to the top.

This view is looking north and you can clearly see Cascade Lake and Emerald Bay as well as it gives you an idea of the scale of Lake Tahoe and its 22-miles by 12-miles expanse. I also like how the clouds are casting their shadows.

Another photo, but this time about an hour from the top of Mt. Tallac. It’s a steady climb from here to the top but with scenery like this, who cares!

Mt. Tallac Hike

What I like about this photo is the contrast of colors. The rich greens and yellows of the plants in the foreground and the stark grey mountains in the background, with a couple of remaining patches of snow.

I am not exactly sure which mountain that is in the photo, I should really know so I apologize, but it sure does remind me of Half Dome in Yosemite. Perhaps someone who does know can add a comment and share with all of us?

This will be the last photo of the Summer, we officially go in to Autumn on Wednesday, September 23rd. Autumn is one of my favorite seasons and I hope to capture several photos of the changing colors and first snow fall!

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Cascade Lake and Falls

Cascade Lake and Falls

I decided to take a hike to Cascade Falls, which is adjacent to Emerald Bay, I could not have picked a better day. This time of year the waterfall, which is approximately 149ft high, is in full swing and even visible from the East Shore, if you know where to look. It’s actually an easy hike, about 1.5 miles and so it can be popular at this time of year, especially over Memorial Day Weekend

Who Is This

I took some time to hike above Cascade Falls as well as going off  the beaten track and across the many flowing streams to explore the area.

At one point I came across wildlife, just basking in the sun and enjoying the view. He didn’t seem to be too bothered with me sharing the moment with him, so we sat awhile and just enjoyed the view of Cascade Lake from our vantage point.

So here is the question, what animal is this?

There were so many awesome views of Cascade Lake and Cascade Falls, and so many photos to capture. I have posted more on Tahoe Photos Gallery but decided that this one was worth posting here.

Above Cascade Falls

It’s just above Cascade Falls and is one of the streams that combines with a few others to create the impressive and roaring Cascade Falls. I highly recommend a hike to Cascade Falls when you’re in the area.

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