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Lake Tahoe Photography Spots To Snap That Shutter

View of Mt. Tallac from Zephyr Cove Resort Lake Tahoe
View from Heavenly Mountain Resort

Lake Tahoe’s most famous locales read like the dream team for a photographer. Emerald Bay. Cave Rock. Mt. Tallac. But as you step away from these landmarks and seek the lesser-known, you’ll realize there isn’t a single inch of Lake Tahoe that doesn’t provide an opportunity for fantastic photographs. From the hustle and bustle of the casino corridor to the quiet meadows of the Upper Truckee River, take a moment to soak in your surroundings. We guarantee you’ll find something that no one else has. Explore the top spots for Lake Tahoe photography.

The Classic Spots To Get The Photo

Need a little help to kick start your photography safari? If it’s your first-time visiting Lake Tahoe, begin with the classics like Emerald Bay. For architectural buffs, the Tallac Historic Site provides a bounty of photo ops that can’t be missed. Be sure to get out on the water for a different vantage point via a cruise on the classic M.S. Dixie II.

Hike Your Way To Photography Valhalla

Sunset over Cave Rock Lake Tahoe Nevada
Sunset over Cave Rock

Sometimes all the inspiration you need for the most amazing photo is to make that first step outside. From Cave Rock to Van Sickle there’s an assortment of quick treks that offer priceless views for that sunrise shot or for night owls that star-filled canopy under the Sierra Nevada landscape.

Fall in All its Glory

Scenic views of fall foliage with an empty barn in a meadow in Hope Valley
Autumn in Hope Valley. Located in Alpine County, the least populated county in California.

Lake Tahoe’s fall colors are a sight to behold, with vibrant hues of yellow, orange, and scarlet painting the mountains and valleys. Some of the best spots to capture the beauty of fall foliage include Fallen Leaf Lake, Spooner Lake, and Hope Valley.

Unmatched Winter Serenity

View of Lake Tahoe from a ski slope at Heavenly Mountain
Heavenly Mountain at sunset with views of Lake Tahoe and the mountains.

Lake Tahoe in winter is a wonderland of snow-capped mountains, crystal-clear waters, and serene beauty. Some of the best spots to capture the winter magic include Zephyr Cove, Sand Harbor, and Emerald Bay.

Stunning Waterfalls

Lake Tahoe is home to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world, with cascading waters and stunning scenery. Cascade Falls and Eagle Falls are two of the most popular spots for photos, offering breathtaking views of the falls and the surrounding mountains.

Something No One Else Has

Lake Tahoe’s unique beauty is hidden in its secluded coves, alpine meadows, and towering peaks, offering endless opportunities for extraordinary photos. With a little creativity and exploration, you can capture unique and unforgettable photos of Lake Tahoe that no one else has ever seen before.

As it lay there with the shadows of the mountains brilliantly photographed upon its still surface, I thought it must surely be the fairest picture the whole earth affords.

Mark Twain

We’ve got snowflakes. ❄️
The temperature is 33°F.
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