Discover Truckee

Truckee is a place rich in history with a quaint downtown that hosts charming shops and superb restaurants set in authentic historic buildings. Recently listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Truckee proudly retains its historic roots. Named for a Paiute Indian chief who helped guide thousands of emigrants in their westward journey through 40-mile desert. Truckee is well known for its logging, ice manufacturing, the Emigrant Trail, as well as for the tragic expedition of the Donner Party. You can discover much more about their captivating story at Donner Memorial State Park museum and Pioneer Monument.

Truckee is one of the few places where you can still see the country. Or rediscover the sky. And the valley. And mountain ranges too beautiful to put into words. There are so many places to commune with nature, bond with your family, or just take a deep breath and get away from the everyday world. Our parks feature everything from nature trails and campgrounds to picnic sites, and scenic lakes and ponds. Hikers and bikers of every level find no shortage of beautiful challenges. You can fish, swim, ski, golf, boat, or just relax and enjoy the blue skies and amazing smell of the pine trees. If the downtown scene is more your cup of tea—Truckee’s quaint downtown offers superb restaurants and shops, set in authentic historic buildings.

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