A scenic alpine lake and private enclave overlooking Lake Tahoe that once served as a playground for the rich and famous should be in the public's hands this summer, under a compromise announced Wednesday.
"Today marks another historic milestone in our efforts to preserve the Lake Tahoe Basin," Ensign said. "The Incline Lake property is truly spectacular, including some of the most breathtaking views in Nevada that will now be protected for all of the public to enjoy. It's an awe-inspiring site, and through this agreement we are ensuring that this oasis will be enjoyed by our grandchildren and generations beyond."
The lake will remain closed until next year while all improvements, including buildings, foundations, water tanks and utilities, are removed, landowners said. While Preservation won over Development, Norm Nash, president of Incline Lake Corp., responded to the sale with some sadness, stating "As much as I am pleased the property will be preserved for the public, part of me will always see a great development opportunity lost." Thank goodness the U.S. Forest Service had an extra $46 million (+) hanging around in it's pocket!
