Interesting
Facts about Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is a
large freshwater lake in the United States. At a surface elevation of 6,225 ft
(1,897 m), it is located along the border between California and Nevada, west
of Carson City. Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in North America.
Its depth is
1,645 ft (501 m), making it the USA's second-deepest (the deepest is Crater
Lake in Oregon, being 300 ft (91 m) deeper, at 1,945 ft (593 m)).Additionally,
Lake Tahoe is listed as the 26th largest lake by volume in the world at
122,160,280 acre. At its longest and widest, Lake Tahoe measures 22 miles (35
km) by 12 miles (19km). The shoreline circumference of the lake is 72 miles
(116km).
It is known for
the clarity of its water and the panorama of surrounding mountains on all
sides. The area surrounding the lake is also referred to as Lake Tahoe, or
simply Tahoe.
Lake Tahoe is a
major tourist attraction in both Nevada and California. It is home to a number
of ski resorts, summer outdoor recreation, and tourist attractions. Snow and
skiing are a significant part of the area's economy and reputation. Mountain
and lake scenery are attractions throughout the year. The Nevada side also includes
large casinos. Highways provide year-round access from Reno, Carson City, and
Sacramento.
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