Truckee

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

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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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
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 Emigrant Trail Museum.

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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
nice helpful staff, The inn is "dated" and could use a facelift, but it was clean and centrally located

Reviewed on 2 Feb 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 RM604 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
RM604
RM684 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
Cleanliness and staff was very good and the closeness to Truckee and rte 80!was terrific

Reviewed on 11 Feb 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 RM3,579 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
RM3,579
RM4,228 total
25 Feb - 26 Feb
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! (1,002 reviews)
The room was sparkling clean, incredibly spacious, and perfectly designed. Its close proximity to the gondola and the village made it easy to enjoy everything—there was so much to do just a short walk away.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
Wonderful modern, well stocked cabin, and easy check-in! We will be back

Reviewed on 15 Jan 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 ...
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
East West Hospitality Tahoe

East West Hospitality Tahoe

5 out of 5
4001 Northstar Dr. Truckee CA
Stay at this luxury condo in Truckee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and Village Ice ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (308 reviews)
We loved our stay! Couldn't ask for anything better.

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

East West Hospitality 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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