Lower Eagle Falls, Lake Tahoe

Lower Eagle Falls is the last of a series of beautiful waterfalls that drop down the hillside and into Emerald Bay. Because this lower waterfall is so easily accessible, be prepared for challenging street parking and a large crowd. Still, it's worth waiting for a parking spot to enjoy being so near to such a powerful waterfall with such a gorgeous view.

Lower Eagle Falls is the most accessible waterfall. It's reachable through a 0.6-mile round trip hike with a few elevation changes on the way back to the trailhead. It's one of South Lake Tahoe's most popular hikes. A roughly three-mile roundtrip provides a more comprehensive view of both falls. The waterfall is spectacular, especially in the spring, with two large drops. When the snow in the mountains melts in the summer, the waterfall becomes a trickle. Spring is unquestionably the best time to go.