Truckee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Truckee showing signage and snow
Truckee showing a river or creek, a small town or village and snow
Truckee featuring snow and a house
Truckee featuring snow

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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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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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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Gateway

While there might not be top attractions in Gateway, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coyote Moon Golf Course and Commercial Row.

Gateway
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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 Truckee Gallery and The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing.

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
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 ₹32,134 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹32,134
₹40,260 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,056 reviews)
"This is a beautiful property and well taken care of. The staff is friendly and accommodating. A couple of issues: 1. Check-in was guaranteed at 4:00 p.m. local time, but our room wasn’t ready until 6:00 p.m. we were told we would get an email or text when it was ready, but got nothing and had to ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
The Inn at Truckee

The Inn at Truckee

2 out of 5
11506 Deerfield Dr, Truckee, CA
The price is ₹11,070 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹11,070
₹13,217 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Truckee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
"We were looking for a reasonably priced motel close to the east side of Donner Lake. This was exactly what we were looking for and more - quiet, friendly staff, good included breakfast, easy parking, close to Donner Lake, Donner"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

The Inn at Truckee
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

5 out of 5
13031 Ritz Carlton Highland Court, Truckee, CA
The price is ₹77,149 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
₹77,149
₹93,597 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Truckee. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (557 reviews)
"Loved location"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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! (1,056 reviews)
"This is a beautiful property and well taken care of. The staff is friendly and accommodating. A couple of issues: 1. Check-in was guaranteed at 4:00 p.m. local time, but our room wasn’t ready until 6:00 p.m. we were told we would get an email or text when it was ready, but got nothing and had to ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (373 reviews)
"Beautiful condos and beautiful surroundings"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe
Village Camp Truckee

Village Camp Truckee

3 out of 5
10100 Pioneer Trail, Truckee, CA
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Truckee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Donner Lake and Northstar California Resort are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"The adventure cabins are a wonderful concept, fully stocked with all you could need and super cool!"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Village Camp Truckee
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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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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