Just when you thought California’s scenery couldn’t get any better, you ascend into the High Sierra- the “spine of superlatives.” The Sierra’s contain some of California’s most exceptional scenic sites. The massive granite peaks of the mountain range tower above pine forests, green meadows, and hundreds of alpine lakes. Lake Tahoe is the highest alpine lake in North America, with endless recreational activities including water skiing and fishing in the summer, and skiing in the winter. Tourists from around the world come to see the breathtaking Yosemite, Sequioa, and Kings Canyon National Parks.