This magnificient "castle", which is situated majestically among towering pines and cedars, was built as the summer home by Lora Josephine Knight in 1929. Mrs. Knight decided that the only building appropriate to the impresive setting of Emerald Bay was to be of Scandinavian architecture. Now a National and Califiornia landmark, Vikingsholm is available for public tours during the summer months. The tours are conducted by the experenced and knowledgable guides of the Sierra State Parks Foundation. All proceeds go towards the restoration and education efforts for Vikingsholm.
2016 TOURS: DAILY MAY 27-SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
Tour Hours:
June 21-September 5: Tours begin every 30 minutes from 10:30am-4pm
May 23- June 20 AND September 6-September 30 :Tours are conducted 10:30 am-3:30 pm and begin on the half hour
Tour Fees: Adults $10
Children 7-17 years: $8 and college students with ID
Kids 6 and under: FREE
Tour tickets may be purchased at the Vikingsholm Visitor Center located in Emerald Bay just past Vikingsholm.
Private and school group tours are available upon request by contacting the Sierra State Park Foundation office at 530.583.9911