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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.

Your Base Camp for Truckee’s Virtual Adventures

COVID-19 may have put a hamper on your travel plans but good news, there are still many ways you can experience Truckee online. While we would love to have you visit, postponing your trip to Truckee helps flatten the curve in our isolated town which...

7 Winter and Spring Events in Truckee Not to Miss

Grab your calendar because you don't want to miss these fun winter and spring events in Truckee. Leap of Love –Squaw Valley Saturday, February 29, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Squaw Valley High Camp Take a Leap of Love and get married or renew your vows in one...

Top Places to Go Sledding, Tubing & Build a Snowman in Truckee

Check out our list of top places for Truckee sledding, tubing, and snowplay. Snow means it's time for winter family fun!

5 Fun Winter Reasons to Lodge in a Mountain Home

You’re planning a vacation in the mountains but there’s one detail you haven’t quite figured out - should you stay in a mountain home or a hotel? The two offer very different travel experiences. One comes with fresh linens and the convenience of a...

Dog-friendly, Snow-Free Winter Trails to Walk or Run in Truckee

Truckee has 26+ miles of scenic paved paths that are plowed and remain snow-free during the winter, perfect for a beautiful walk or run.

BYOB! "Bring Your Own Box" and Reduce Waste in Truckee

Ordering takeout in Truckee? Use this reusable Green Box at participating restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, and markets to reduce waste!

What it's Like to go Rock Climbing with a Guide in Truckee

Wondering what it's like to go rock climbing with a guide? Here's an inside look at a trip to Donner Summit.