Lake Tahoe

If you've ever been to Lake Tahoe, you know it is a special place. Nestled in the Sierra Nevada and surrounded by mountains on all sides, its startlingly blue waters are surprisingly vast: Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in North America, the second deepest lake in the United States (after Crater Lake) and the sixth largest by volume (after the five Great Lakes). Its sole outlet never reaches the ocean, instead ultimately emptying into Nevada's Pyramid Lake. These unique features, coupled with spectacular scenery, makes the area a veritable mecca for outdoor recreation.

This scale model reveals the unusual topography of the Tahoe Basin, both above and below the lake's surface. Whether you've plunged into its frigid waters, skied at its numerous resorts, hiked into its many wildernesses, or are still planning to visit someday, this model will allow you to experience Lake Tahoe's grandeur in a whole new way. Bring a piece of it home and celebrate the spirit of Tahoe year-round! 

Note: All sizes include two colors—"Abyss Blue" for the lake, and the color of your choice for the rest. Please let me know if you would prefer a color other than blue for the lake.