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Inspiration Point Vista

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4.7/5
(363) · Lookout in Tahoe City, United States
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Set in the tall pines overlooking Emerald Bay this vista point is well designed with wheel chair paved paths that meander along and offering great views at …

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Aug 26, 2024
Emerald Bay is a not to be missed view. Words can’t describe the beauty. Very fortunate on a Wednesday around 1030am pulled in with parking available!Full review by Dreamer31052604887
Jul 9, 2024
This viewpoint gives beautiful views of Emerald Bay and is definitely worth a stop. Many parts of the area were shaded and there were benches to sit and enjoy the view. The main drawback though i…Full review by huia
Aug 22, 2023
It really is potluck if you get a space in the car park, we tried 3 different times and never got one. We ended up parking in the road further down, as you pass the viewing point on your right, whic…Full review by St_matty
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Enveloped by towering pine forests, the Inspiration Point offers exceptional views of Lake Tahoe and the natural beauty surroundi…
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Is this strictly for summer viewing? We will be visiting in January. Can we get to inspiration point in winter?
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They close highway 89 during heavy snows, but when the road is open you should be able to stop there, unless the snow is especially deep.
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What are driving conditions like across Echo Summit or Donner Pass in early May. We would like to drive from Napa …
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What are driving conditions like across Echo Summit or Donner Pass in early May. We would like to drive from Napa Valley but we are from the UK so have no clue about the weather/driving conditions in May. Any advice would be really helpful.
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I wish I could tell you. We were there in February and had a warm spell. Only snow was in the shadows. Four weeks later a friend booked a trip because she saw our pictures and …
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I wish I could tell you. We were there in February and had a warm spell. Only snow was in the shadows. Four weeks later a friend booked a trip because she saw our pictures and was completely snowed in. Couldn't drive to the Donner Pass nor most of the other hiking trail areas on the west side of the lake. When in Napa, check the weather.
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Is it pet friendly?
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yes. dogs on leash are ok.
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Hi, What's the fastest route from reno nv to ispirational point?
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speed is not the issue- there is so much along the way, you should just enjoy the journey!
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