Lake Tahoe’s geological history underscores the ecological and cultural significance of this incredible place. Recent research shows that Lake Tahoe first took shape more than 2.3 million years ...

She collected the rock, and had geological specialists age the crystals ... Unsatisfied, the professor, wanted to know how Lake Tahoe’s age stacked up against other freshwater lakes.

The Epithemia diatom pictured here was found growing attached to rocks in the nearshore environment of Lake Tahoe. Local abundances of this diatom indicate a habitat where algal growth is limited by ...

Evacuating the Tahoe basin in summer could take 14 hours, and 99% of properties are at risk — yet new resorts are being built in high-danger fire areas.

As the largest alpine lake in North America, you can bet there are plenty of things to do in Lake Tahoe! Known for its ...