Inspiration Point (Emerald Bay)

Too many people for the size of car park.

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, which...

Stunning view for sunset...and bears!

We saw a baby bear!!! We were in the parking lot to see the sunset and a little bear popped up over the rocks! There IS parking at sunset. During the day, plan to pull over along the side of the ...

Go early to get parking spot

Great views and easy parking if you go early enough. Second attempt we were successful. The road there is a little frightening in spots with drop offs, no guardrails and watching out for bicyclists ho...

One of the best spots for scenic view of Lake Tahoe

Inspiration Point is one of the best spots for awesome views of Lake Tahoe and Fannette Island (in Emerald Bay of Lake Tahoe). Getting here from South Lake Tahoe takes cautious driving on the winding...

Incredible Viewing Point

As you drive around this Caribbean of a Lake, this is a great spot to stop and take in the views. The blues and greens of the water and the mountains and trees are just spectacular. Inspiration Poin...