Vikingsholm castle, a 38room structure built in 1929, in the style of medieval scandanavian architecture, sits, nestled among towering pines and cedars, at the head of emerald bay on lake tahoe s south shore. Visit vikingsholm on your trip to south lake tahoe or. Vikingsholm is tahoes hidden castle, a place of elegance and beautiful natural landscape. May 01, 2020 the park is located 22 miles south of tahoe city.
Gorgeous emerald bay can be seen up close by access of the vikingsholm hiking trail. Discover the history and secrets of lake tahoe and book your cruise today. Discover the history and secrets of lake tahoe and book. Considered one of the finest examples of scandinavian architecture in north america, vikingsholm castle sits on the shore of emerald bay with astonishing views of lake tahoe. Knight, a wealthy chicago widow who purchased this thenisolated site and had it constructed into a norse fortress from 800. Like many of lake tahoe s earliest estates, vikingsholm castle, along with the tea house on fannette island the lake s only island. Lora josephine knight had it built in 19281929 with inspiration of ancient buildings she saw on a trip to norway, sweden, denmark, and. Lake tahoe vikingsholm can be reached by parking in the vikingsholm parking lot by highway 89 at. Parking directions for hiking to vikingsholm castle. Fannette island is located in the bay on the west shore of lake tahoe. Gorgeously incorporated into the natural emerald bay landscape, vikingsholm castle lake tahoe is a rare and deeply historic example of scandinavian. Cruise tahoe offers public and private charter boat cruises, including the only public cruise to the historic thunderbird lodge. In a fjordlike setting at lake tahoes emerald bay state park, the 38room vikingsholm castle is a rare masterpiece of scandinavian architecture. Vikingsholm south lake tahoe aktuelle 2020 lohnt es.
Cruise tahoe offers public and private boat cruises on lake tahoe. Constructed as a vacation home in 1929, vikingsholm sits at the head of emerald bay, a gracious tribute to scandinavian. A reallife castle on the shores of lake tahoe inspires this modernday mystery with as many secrets and surprises as its historic setting. The property on which vikingsholm is built includes 232 acres of tahoes most beautiful vistas, the only island in lake tahoe, and the only waterfall that flows directly into the lake. Hwy 89 at emerald bay state park, south lake tahoe, ca.
This is a moderate dirt and paved road hike with about a 400foot elevation change from the parking lot to bottom of emerald bay, but be prepared to hike back up. After reading the newspaper article in 1965 about vikingsholm, helen smith and her husband took a trip to lake tahoe and visited the site. If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24. Vikingsholm south lake tahoe 2020 all you need to know. Construction for this masterpiece of scandinavian architecture began in 1929 and finished in 1932. The three parking options for emerald bay and to access vikingsholm are. Arrive in emerald bay, then take a guided tour of the worldfamous, historic vikingsholm castle.
Vikingsholm tahoes hidden castle paperback january 1, 1984 by helen henry smith author. This spectacular site was originally built to be the summer residence of mrs. Book your tickets online for vikingsholm, south lake tahoe. Ca89, tahoma, ca 96142, south lake tahoe, united states vikingsholm. Parents will find the castle fascinating, thanks to its rich history and architecture, and kids will love it for the running around and. Vikingsholm lake tahoe is located on the shore of emerald bay and listed on the national register of historic places. One of the first summer homes in tahoe, it was built in 1928 and modeled after scandinavian architecture. Nov 12, 2019 after reading the newspaper article in 1965 about vikingsholm, helen smith and her husband took a trip to lake tahoe and visited the site. The trek from the parking lot to vikingsholm lake tahoe is about one mile, and then the trek from the castle to lower eagle falls is about one half mile. Vikingsholm hiking trail south lake tahoe 2020 all you. Vikingsholm is a scandinavian styled mansioncastle nestled down in the trees below highway 89, lakefront at the tip of emerald bay. Explore vikingsholm castle at emerald bay state park. Parents will find the castle fascinating, thanks to its rich history and architecture, and kids will love it for the running around and swimming activities the castle affords. Vikingsholm castle tahoe south tahoe south tahoe south.
Vikingsholm tahoe s hidden castle paperback january 1, 1984 by helen henry smith author. Right in the middle of one of the most beautiful lake beaches in all of california, emerald bay, is a scandinavian home built in the mid1900s that is now affectionately known as the castle of lake tahoe. Historic vikingsholm castle offers one of the most spectacular views of lake tahoe and emerald bay one of the most photographed bays in the world. Vikingsholm castle is a winwin activity for families. Nov 11, 2019 vikingsholm parking lot the large parking area on the lake side of sr 89 that overlooks emerald bay. This is a mustnotmiss experience for the whole family. Vikingsholm is located in south lake tahoe on the california western side of the lake.
Constructed as a vacation home in 1929, vikingsholm sits at the head of emerald bay, a. Vikingsholm tahoe s hidden castle paperback january 1, 1984 by helen henry smith author 4. Emerald bay has also been declared a national natural landmark. About us we are the largest water sports provider on lake tahoe, offering a variety of activities, including parasailing, boat rentals, public cruises, jet ski rentals, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding and more. Knight had traveled scandinavia with her architect where. Visitors must either take the twomile, steep hike down from the highway or come by boat. Vikingsholm castle south lake tahoe, california atlas. Vikingsholm can be reached by parking in the harvey west parking lot by highway 89 at emerald bay. Vikingsholm south lake tahoe updated april 2020 top. Join us aboard our classic wood cruiser, the tahoe, and discover the history and secrets of lake tahoe. Visit vikingsholm on your trip to south lake tahoe or united. Construction for this masterpiece of scandinavian architecture began in 1929 and finished in. California ca lake tahoe california south lake tahoe. This castle comes complete with a fun history of an eccentric millionaire that bought up the land and brought.
Its original owner, lora knight, furnished it with. If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel at least. Inspired by scandinavian architecture and viking lore, vikingsholm castle was built for lora josephine knight in 192829 by 200 workers before construction, ideas for vikingsholm were gathered. There is a lot of interesting history to be found at tahoe south. Vikingsholm trail starts from the stone observation area above emerald bay on lake tahoe, about 9 miles north of south lake tahoe in the northern sierra nevada. Vikingsholm castle, a 38room structure built in 1929, in the style of medieval scandanavian architecture, sits, nestled among towering pines and cedars, at the head of emerald bay on. It seems like most people drive here but we arrived from the water, beaching the boat right in front of vikingsholm during a day of exploring emerald bay and fannette island. Tours are available at vikingsholm castle lake tahoe from memorial day weekend until the last week of september. The house is now on the national historic register and is part of emerald bay state park. No matter where you go within emerald bay, the hike is well worth it. For great images click the photo gallery just above the map below. Vikingsholm is a great place to visit, offering beautiful architecture and a fascinating story behind its creation no viking colony on lake tahoe, sorry.
Whether its the pope, baldwin and valhalla estates of the tallac historic site, or the millionaire who built an. The vikingsholm castle is in one of the most photographed places in the world, emerald bay, lake tahoe. Impressed by her architect nephew lennart palmes nordicinspired home in new york, mrs. Vikingsholm castle, emerald bay, lake tahoe lake tahoe boat. Take the trail, which is one mile in length and drops 500 feet in elevation to the house. Vikingsholm is tahoe s hidden castle, a place of elegance and beautiful natural landscape. To get to the mansion, take highway 89 to the lakes southwest shore. Vikingsholm is the huge mansion that youll see just at the head of emerald bay.
Take highway 89 north from south lake tahoe approximately 9 miles to the parking lot on the right. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and. The property on which vikingsholm is built includes 232 acres of tahoe s most beautiful vistas, the only island in lake tahoe, and the only waterfall that flows directly into the lake. Lernen sie, wie sie im freien fotografieren konnen, wahrend sie wahrend ihrer halb oder ganztagestour sehenswurdigkeiten wie emerald bay sehen. Enjoy a spectacular threehour tour complete with a mighty sailor man and plenty of highspeed longboat action on lake tahoe s only vikingsholm cruise and tour. It is a great destination for a day of sightseeing, hiking, boating, and swimming. To get to the mansion, take highway 89 to the lake s southwest shore. At the end of the trail you can take the vikingsholm castle tour. Right in the middle of one of the most beautiful lake beaches in all of california, emerald bay, is a scandinavian home built in the mid1900s that is now affectionately known as the castle of. About us we are the largest water sports provider on lake tahoe, offering a variety of. Knight, her scandinavian castle was host to many friends and family until her death 15 years later. Vikingsholm, south lake tahoe ticket price timings. Built as a summer home in 1929, this grand castle on emerald bay is considered one of the finest examples of scandinavian architecture in the western hemisphere. And boating to the vikingsholm castle is one of our specialties at lake tahoe boat rides.
If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. Jun 25, 2019 if youre interested in learning what summers on lake tahoe were like back in the 1930s and 40s, go behind the scenes at vikingsholm and enjoy wine and hors doeuvres in the courtyard as the sun sets july 24, 2019. She was astonished to find so many original items and furnishings remaining at vikingsholm after so many years and after passing through so many hands. Vikingsholm, along with the tea house on fannette island and emerald bay, is a part of emerald bay state park. Knight traveled to norway, sweden, denmark, and finland.
Lake tahoe vikingsholm castle tahoe signature properties. This 38room estate was completed in 1929 and built as a precise copy of a 1,200yearold viking castle, using materials native to the area. Check out where to stay in south lake tahoe and book an accommodation of your choice. Inspired by scandinavian architecture and viking lore, vikingsholm castle was built for lora josephine knight in 192829 by 200 workers before construction, ideas for vikingsholm were. Vikingsholm castle, emerald bay, lake tahoe lake tahoe.