Truckee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
Truckee featuring snow

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
Truckee featuring signage, snow and a small town or village

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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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 The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing and Old Greenwood.

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$878 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$878
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,074 reviews)
"The rooms were huge and even had a washer and dryer. When you check out make sure to remove your trash and take all the linen off of your bed or you will be charged."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 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 NZ$259 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$259
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Truckee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location and a short drive to Lake Tahoe. Facilities and room clean."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

The Inn at Truckee
Truckee Donner Lodge

Truckee Donner Lodge

2.5 out of 5
10527 Cold Stream Rd, Truckee, CA
The price is NZ$277 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$277
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Truckee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice and clean"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Truckee Donner Lodge
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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
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,074 reviews)
"The rooms were huge and even had a washer and dryer. When you check out make sure to remove your trash and take all the linen off of your bed or you will be charged."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 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 center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (378 reviews)
"They roll out the red carpet and treat you like you’re the only person here. It’s refreshing to receive 5 star treatment and to feel valued as a guest on their beautiful property."

Reviewed on 29 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 WiFi, free parking, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Donner Lake and Northstar California Resort are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
"Family-Friendly!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Village Camp Truckee
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Popular places to visit

Northstar California Resort showing a hotel and ice skating as well as a small group of people

Northstar California Resort

5/5(1 review)

Amid the beautiful landscapes along Lake Tahoe is a mountain resort with family-friendly snow sports, hiking trails, golf and boutique shopping.

Northstar California Resort
Donner Lake

Donner Lake

4/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Donner Lake during your travels in Truckee. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Donner Lake
Sugar Bowl which includes snow and heritage architecture

Sugar Bowl Resort

Hit the slopes at Sugar Bowl Resort during your trip to Truckee. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sugar Bowl Resort
Donner Memorial State Park

Donner Memorial State Park

Enjoy a trip to Donner Memorial State Park and popular activities such as skiing in Truckee. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Donner Memorial State Park
Sugar Bowl which includes snow and heritage architecture

Sugar Bowl

This Bavarian-style ski resort with spa, restaurants, shops and powdery slopes is a favorite with visitors year-round.

Sugar Bowl
Truckee featuring signage, snow and a small town or village

Commercial Row

You can find out about the history of Truckee with a stop at Commercial Row. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Commercial Row

Activities

Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour

Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour

NZ$28
per traveller
Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour
Guided Fly Fishing on Truckee River, Lake Tahoe, Truckee and Reno

Guided Fly Fishing on Truckee River, Lake Tahoe, Truckee and Reno

NZ$914
per adult
Guided Fly Fishing on Truckee River, Lake Tahoe, Truckee and Reno
California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours

California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours

NZ$67
per traveller
California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours
Clear Kayak Paddle Tour at Sand Harbor

Clear Kayak Paddle Tour at Sand Harbor

NZ$249
per adult
Clear Kayak Paddle Tour at Sand Harbor
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City

Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City

NZ$20
per traveller
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City
Lake Tahoe Clear Kayak Adventure at Sand Harbor

Lake Tahoe Clear Kayak Adventure at Sand Harbor

NZ$264
per adult
Lake Tahoe Clear Kayak Adventure at Sand Harbor
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Cities near Truckee

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Squaw Valley Resort featuring a gondola, mountains and snow

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Tahoe Vista

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