Truckee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

If you're spending some time in Northstar, Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola are top sights worth seeing.

Northstar
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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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Ponderosa Palisades

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ponderosa Palisades and surrounding area, you can visit Commercial Row and Ponderosa Golf Course.

Ponderosa Palisades
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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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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
Martis Valley Lodge Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Martis Valley Lodge Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
11951 State Highway 267 Truckee CA
The price is ₹16,215 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
₹16,215
₹18,395 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Truckee. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (803 reviews)
Parking was an extra charge. May be a consideration when comparing hotels. Otherwise, well maintained, and we had a nice stay.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Martis Valley Lodge Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Inn at Truckee

The Inn at Truckee

2 out of 5
11506 Deerfield Dr Truckee CA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Truckee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,017 reviews)
clean room, friendly front desk staff, convenient location for visiting Palisades, Alpine Meadows or Northstar.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

The Inn at Truckee
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 ₹47,053 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
₹47,053
₹57,347 total
21 Jan - 22 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,142 reviews)
Everyone was helpful and cheerful. Rooms was excellent with everything promised and clean. Need instructions on how to use fans, fireplace and heater control.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, 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 luxury aparthotel in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,142 reviews)
Everyone was helpful and cheerful. Rooms was excellent with everything promised and clean. Need instructions on how to use fans, fireplace and heater control.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Village Camp Truckee

Village Camp Truckee

3 out of 5
10100 Pioneer Trail Truckee CA
Stay at this cabin in Truckee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and Donner Lake are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews)
We loved the stay. The place is super clean. The manager responded very quickly to my questions. We appreciate especially the heated bathroom floor!

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Village Camp Truckee
One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe

One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe

4 out of 5
9001 Northstar Drive Truckee CA
Stay at this ski villa in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and Big Springs ...
9/10 Wonderful! (424 reviews)
Great place to stay for ski in and out at Northstar

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

One Village Place Residences, 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.

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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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