Inspiration & Stories

Stories from Local Experts

Get insider tips, trip inspiration, and the latest happenings straight from the locals who know Truckee best. Discover what to do, where to go, and how to experience it all responsibly.

What Locals Do Before the First Chair Spins

Truckee-Tahoe is gearing up for winter as locals tune gear, train, and count down to resort openings — with early lodging bookings earning a $100 Sustainable Truckee Gift Card.

Your Guide to Halloween Activities in Truckee, October 2025

It’s More Treat Than Trick - Halloween Activities in Truckee that both kiddos and adults will enjoy.

Truckee: One of California’s Official Cultural Districts

Truckee’s designation as a California Cultural District celebrates the town’s vibrant mix of art, history, and community, inviting visitors to explore galleries, museums, public art, and creative experiences woven into the High Sierra landscape.

Truckee-Tahoe: The Summer Adventure Race Mecca

Truckee-Tahoe is the proving ground for adventure seekers, hosting a soul-stirring lineup of high-altitude races where grit meets grandeur, and every mile tells a mountain-town story.

Top 5 Ways to Beat the Heat in Truckee-Tahoe

Top 5 ways to beat the heat in Truckee-Tahoe—from paddleboarding and wake surfing to riverside chills and cannonballs into crystal-clear Lake Tahoe.

Top Truckee Happy Hour Spots to Soak Up Summer

From mountain patios to French bistros, Truckee’s top happy hour spots serve up cold drinks, craveable bites, and the perfect excuse to linger a little longer this summer.

Martis Valley Lodge: A New Boutique Stay That Captures the Spirit of Truckee

A multi-million dollar transformation brings boutique design, local flavor and authentic mountain hospitality to Truckee’s lodging scene.

Why Spring is the Best Time to Visit Truckee-Tahoe

Spring in Truckee means perfect corn snow, sun-soaked après, roaring waterfalls, and birdwatching.

Multi-Sporting Springtime in Truckee-Tahoe

Spring is the season of multisport days - ski, bike, paddle, and apres under the sun.