Hiking or Biking on Donner Lake Trails
Donner Lake 4 hrs
Enjoy scenic trails around Donner Lake, perfect for all skill levels.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Continental
Languages
English and Spanish
Local currency
USD
(USD)
Local time
(GMT-7)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Downtown Truckee
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
15-20% expected
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
85 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Sierra Nevada Trout
Craft Beer
Hearty American Fare
Farm-to-Table Cuisine
When to visit Truckee
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: February, July
Busiest: Dec-Mar, Jul-Aug
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Jan85
Heavy snow, skiing
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Feb90
Prime skiing, snow
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Mar80
Spring skiing, snow
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Apr60
Melting snow, cool
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May70
Mild, hiking starts
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Jun80
Warm, sunny, lakes
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Jul90
Hot, sunny, peak summer
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Aug85
Warm, sunny, lakes
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Sept75
Cooler, fall colors
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Oct60
Crisp, changing leaves
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Nov50
Cold, first snow
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Dec80
Snow, winter sports
Things to do in Truckee
6 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Paddleboarding or Kayaking on Donner Lake
Donner Lake 2 hrs
Experience the calm waters of Donner Lake with paddle sports.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Explore Historic Downtown Truckee
Downtown Truckee 3 hrs
Wander through charming shops, art galleries, and historic buildings.
Rafting on the Truckee River
Truckee River 3 hrs
Enjoy a leisurely float down the scenic Truckee River during summer.
Any time of day
2 places
Skiing/Snowboarding at Northstar
Northstar 8 hrs
Hit the slopes at world-class ski resorts like Northstar California.
Visit Donner Memorial State Park
Donner Lake 2 hrs
Learn about the Donner Party tragedy and enjoy the natural beauty.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Truckee
Straight-line distance from the centre of Truckee.
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