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Bonsai Rock on Lake Tahoe

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Just a quick hike down from the road, you'll find a solitary bonsai tree growing out of a boulder in the blue waters of Lake Tahoe. It's a serene sight to take in and enjoy while visiting this beautiful area.

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy
Accessbility
Public Location

Hours

Anytime

Fee

Free

Pack

  • Wide-angle lens (16mm)
  • Tripod
  • Sturdy shoes
  • Neutral Density filter (optional)
  • Remote trigger (optional)

How to get there

N39° 11' 05.3844"W119° 55' 39.1886"
This bonsai tree is located on the east side of Lake Tahoe on the Nevada side of the lake, just south of Sand Harbor. Park on the road close to the GPS coordinates at any of the various pull-outs. Make sure to read all the parking signs before parking. You should be able to see Bonsai Rock from the road. There are a couple of different options for paths to get down, but the best one is a sandy trail that leads you to a steep, but short hike down. It takes about 5 minutes to get down to the beach and you should wear shoes with good traction, preferably not sandals.

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