Silky Sunset
by Mitch Shindelbower
Title
Silky Sunset
Artist
Mitch Shindelbower
Medium
Photograph
Description
Silky Sunset.Lake Tahoe (pron.: /ˈtɑːhoʊ/; Washo: d�ʔaw)[3][4] is a large freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada of the United States. At a surface elevation of 6,225 ft (1,897 m), it is located along the border between California and Nevada, west of Carson City. Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in North America.[5] Its depth is 1,645 ft (501 m), making it the United State's second-deepest (the deepest is Crater Lake in Oregon, being 300 ft (91 m) deeper, at 1,945 ft (593 m)).[2] Additionally, Lake Tahoe is listed as the 26th largest lake by volume in the world at 122,160,280 acre�ft (150.68249 km3).
The lake was formed about 2 million years ago and is a part of the Lake Tahoe Basin with the modern lake being shaped during the ice ages. It is known for the clarity of its water and the panorama of surrounding mountains on all sides.[6] The area surrounding the lake is also referred to as Lake Tahoe, or simply Tahoe.
Lake Tahoe is a major tourist attraction in both Nevada and California. It is home to a number of ski resorts, summer outdoor recreation, and tourist attractions. Snow and skiing are a significant part of the area's economy and reputation.[7][8] Mountain and lake scenery are attractions throughout the year. The Nevada side also includes large casinos. Highways provide year-round access from Reno, Carson City, and Sacramento.
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March 15th, 2013
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Comments (44)
Priscilla Burgers
Beautiful capture! Love the sunset colors and reflection. Congratulations on your win in the Mountain Sunsets - Photography contest. A favorite!
Phyllis Kaltenbach
Lovely!l, Mitch. Lake Tahoe is very beautiful and you do a wonderful job of showing it off! V/F
Debra and Dave Vanderlaan
An exciting gorgeous image Mitch! We added our Like! Celebrate life, Debra and Dave