United States California Tenaya

Tenaya Lake

A high Sierra Nevada alpine lake, located in Yosemite National Park, known for crystal-clear waters encircled by granite peaks and lush meadows.

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At over 8,000 feet in elevation, Tenaya Lake is the largest in Yosemite. Filled with snowmelt, this lake might be a bit chilly, but it sure is a refreshing place to cool off! And if swimming isn’t your thing, there are a bunch of picnic areas on the shore.

nicolejordan 2 years ago

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