Truckee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Emigrants passed here on their way to California. Visit today and you’ll still find that intrepid spirit — for fun and adventure.

Truckee prides itself on a love of the outdoors. This appreciation might go back to when brave wagoners made a road through here in the mid-1800s. Learn about their trail-blazing at the visitor centre of the Donner Memorial State Park, which is a good place to find locals doing what they do best — loving the outdoors. Truckee folk also take pride in their culinary scene, so while you explore the historic downtown area, make sure you stop for the good food, wine and beer.

Where to stay in Truckee

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Northstar Village

While visiting Northstar Village, you might make a stop by sights like Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola.

Northstar Village
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Downtown Truckee

If you're spending some time in Downtown Truckee, Truckee River and Commercial Row are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Truckee
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Donner Lake Woods

While visiting Donner Lake Woods, you might make a stop by sights like Donner Lake and West End Beach.

Donner Lake Woods
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Prosser Lake Heights

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Prosser Lake Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Commercial Row and Coyote Moon Golf Course.

Prosser Lake Heights
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Olympic Heights

When in Olympic Heights, you can plan a visit to Old Greenwood Golf Course and The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Olympic Heights
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Juniper Hill

Though Juniper Hill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Old Greenwood Golf Course and Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course.

Juniper Hill
Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe
Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe
4 out of 5
10918 Brockway Rd, Truckee, CA
The price is ₹13,468 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
₹13,468
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4 Jun - 5 Jun
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The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
5 out of 5
13031 Ritz Carlton Highland Court, Truckee, CA
The price is ₹41,486 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹41,486
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Truckee. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and ...
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Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
4.5 out of 5
970 Northstar Drive, Truckee, CA
The price is ₹27,703 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
₹27,703
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
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"Gorgeous land and buildings. Amazing room. A door on the master bath cabinet in our room had broken hinges and it looked like it had been that way for a while and not repaired. The shower felt a little awkward with no good place to hang your towel while you shower so you could easily get it when ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
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One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe
One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe
4 out of 5
9001 Northstar Drive, Truckee, CA
Stay at this 4-star ski villa in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and ...
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One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
4.5 out of 5
970 Northstar Drive, Truckee, CA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (877 reviews)
"Gorgeous land and buildings. Amazing room. A door on the master bath cabinet in our room had broken hinges and it looked like it had been that way for a while and not repaired. The shower felt a little awkward with no good place to hang your towel while you shower so you could easily get it when ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Northstar Village
Northstar Village
5 out of 5
2000 N Village Dr, Truckee, CA
Stay at this 5-star luxury condo in Truckee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and Highlands ...
Northstar Village
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20 Jul 2019

We’re not there long enough to fully explore but it looked like there were many options if you enjoy the outdoors.

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