# @visitcalifornia on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DNTcwbUtyja
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/78954504-visitcalifornia-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2025-08-13T17:40:09.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Visit California | Travel + Fun Things to Do (@visitcalifornia) — https://gondola.cc/visitcalifornia

## Caption

Short hike. Massive payoff.

Eagle Lake isn’t just pretty—it’s jaw-on-the-ground stunning. Crystal-clear water, dramatic granite cliffs, and alpine air that hits like a reset button. 🌬️✨

The trail? It's about 1 mile in, but with some rocky climbs that’ll get your heart going. Start at Eagle Falls Trailhead near Emerald Bay. Grab your (free!) Desolation Wilderness permit at the kiosk and go chase one of the most beautiful lake views in California. 🥾

📍Near @VisitLakeTahoe_Official

#VisitCalifornia #EagleLake #LakeTahoe #DesolationWilderness #TahoeViews #CaliforniaHikes #AdventureAwaits #WorthTheWalk

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## Tags

californiahikes, laketahoe, adventureawaits, eaglelake, visitcalifornia, desolationwilderness, tahoeviews, worththewalk

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