Beautiful setting and well worth the work to and from. It IS a long walk up from the beach, be warned! Beautiful beach and interesting history of the home
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Beautiful setting and well worth the work to and from. It IS a long walk up from the beach, be warned! Beautiful beach and interesting history of the home
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Slow season..empty..views spectacular.Eagle Falls, lower, easy to moderate..if you can walk it will be ok..some steep going back up...wonderful history!
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The waterfall above the house is the best part of the trip around the lake. We climbed down right next to the water and took lots of photos and video. The view from this cove is spectacular.
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This incredible home has been carefully preserved and is run by the CA park service. . The history behind the home is very interesting, so definitely take the guided tour. The tour guide will point out the exquisite examples of furnishings, building techniques and historical references. There is a small booklet (written by the daughter of the home's architect) available...
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The mile long "hike" to the site was cool. I wish it were open. From the exterior it looked less like a castle and more like a medieval home. Native stone and local wood timber roof. A storybook home.
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If you're looking for a short hike with amazing views, park along the main road and walk one mile down to Vikingsholm. Bring a picnic and enjoy the spectacular waterfront ambiance of Emerald Bay and the Vikingsholm residence. If you're a more eager hiker, jump on the Rubicon Trail behind the caslte and continue your journey. The hike back up...
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Beautiful location and fabulous history, but it's a mile trek.
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The walk down is easy. The walk back up is challenging.
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Worthwhile break from skiing iin South lake Tahoe. We parked and enjoyed the view, then hiked 1 mile down an easy and zig-zagged trail to the castle right on the shore. The trail was icey in places so be careful. We saw an athletic couple take a baby in a stroller down the trail but they were tough and experienced....
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We always hike down to the beach and take the tour of the castle. It is a family tradition.
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