Truckee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

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.

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Where to stay in Truckee

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Northstar

If you're spending some time in Northstar, Northstar California Resort and Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course 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 Village Ice Skating Rink.

Northstar Village
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Pla-Vada Woodlands

While there might not be top attractions in Pla-Vada Woodlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Royal Gorge Cross Country Ski Resort and Soda Springs.

Pla-Vada Woodlands
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
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
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
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Small rooms but nice and clean place.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Inn at Truckee
Truckee Donner Lodge

Truckee Donner Lodge

2.5 out of 5
10527 Cold Stream Rd Truckee CA
The price is AU$214 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$214
4 Mar - 5 Mar
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! (1,005 reviews)
Hot tub doesn't get hot.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 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$1,107 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$1,107
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on 1 Mar 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.
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 ...
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Truly enjoyed our stay at The Cottages. We had a great time and are planning on going back again soon. Would highly recommend staying here.

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

The Cottages at Old Greenwood
Truckee River House - Beautiful Views, Riverfront Retreat, Flyfishing, Skiing

Truckee River House - Beautiful Views, Riverfront Retreat, Flyfishing, Skiing

Truckee CA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Truckee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Truckee River House - Beautiful Views, Riverfront Retreat, Flyfishing, Skiing
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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