Truckee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Truckee
Truckee
Truckee
Truckee
Truckee

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-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course and Northstar California Resort are top sights worth seeing.

Northstar
The Donner lake under the snow in winter, in California, panorama, with tunnels in the mountain for the train

Northstar Village

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

Northstar Village
Beautiful pink flowers frame the historic gold rush era architecture of downtown Truckee, California, USA.

Downtown Truckee

5/5(1 area review)

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 West End Beach and Donner Lake.

Donner Lake Woods
The Donner lake under the snow in winter, in California, panorama, with tunnels in the mountain for the train

Ponderosa Palisades

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

Ponderosa Palisades
Lake Tahoe in famous California mountains National Park Sierra Nevada

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 Donner Lake.

Gateway
Truckee Donner Lodge

Truckee Donner Lodge

2.5 out of 5
10527 Cold Stream Rd Truckee CA
The price is AU$124 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$124
4 May - 5 May
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Everything about this hotel is average or cheap. Cheap toilet paper, cheap breakfast (also slow), cheap coffee, old outdated room. For the price I expected more.

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Truckee Donner Lodge
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 AU$238 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$238
28 Apr - 29 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Truckee. Enjoy 3 hot tubs, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Staff was helpful

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

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 AU$152 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$152
28 Apr - 29 Apr
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
The Inn at Truckee is clean and centrally located for easy access to the historic town center, new business district and bazillion trails in the area. The continental breakfast is good and the staff are helpful and friendly. I only stay at the Inn at Truckee when I’m in Truckee, CA.

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

The Inn at 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.
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 Donner Lake and Northstar California Resort are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
It’s actually the best cabin I’ve ever been

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Village Camp Truckee
The Cottages at Old Greenwood

The Cottages at Old Greenwood

4.5 out of 5
12585 Legacy Ct Truckee CA
Stay at this luxury cottage in Truckee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and Old Greenwood ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
We had a wonderful weekend at Old Greenwood celebrating a friend’s wedding. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

The Cottages at Old Greenwood
Redwood by AvantStay | Secluded Cabin w/ Views & Hot Tub | 5mins to NorthStar!

Redwood by AvantStay | Secluded Cabin w/ Views & Hot Tub | 5mins to NorthStar!

Truckee CA
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Truckee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and Northstar-at-Tahoe ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
We had trouble getting in to the cabin due to a huge storm, but once it was cleaned and we were able to check in, the accommodations were nice. The location of the home is the #1 quality. There were plenty of rooms and bathrooms for our group with fresh linens in all rooms/bathrooms. The home could ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Redwood by AvantStay | Secluded Cabin w/ Views & Hot Tub | 5mins to NorthStar!
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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