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The Sustainable Truckee Gift Card is a digital gift card that can be redeemed at 60+ locations in Truckee. Use it for dining, shopping, adventures, fitness, yoga, massage, and more!
Sustainable Truckee Gift Cards cannot be used to pay for lodging if received through a Visit Truckee-Tahoe Lodging Offer.
What makes it even better? 25% of every card sold is matched by Visit Truckee-Tahoe for local stewardship projects (up to $12,500 in 2023). Your purchase supports both local businesses and sustainability efforts in the community. Check out our Sustainable Truckee programs and sponsorships.
Still got questions? Check our Sustainable Truckee Gift Card FAQs sheet for troubleshooting support and answers to the most common questions.
Early summer in Truckee-Tahoe is a breath of fresh air. Wildflowers are blooming, trails are opening, crowds are light, and adventure is everywhere. With warm days and crisp nights, it’s the perfect season to explore. Our calendar is packed with early summer festivals and events. Best part? By visiting now, you’re helping to keep Truckee thriving by supporting local businesses and the year-round workforce. It’s the perfect time to break away from routine and soak in all the mountain adventures!
Goodbye heat and hello alpine lakes and rivers! With over 85 miles of lakefront shoreline between Donner Lake and Lake Tahoe, Truckee-Tahoe is home to fine white sand beaches and scenic piers. Sunny skies invite you to relax and soak up the sun with a good book, fishing pole, and a breezy drink. Read about Truckee & North Lake Tahoe's best beaches here!
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A great time to hit the trails, early winter in Truckee-Tahoe brings crisp air. Layers are a must with the temperature range and it's important to remember a a lightweight waterproof rain jacket when there is a chance of rain or snow.
There is nothing quite like riding a flowy singletrack when the ground is crisp and the air has that early winter chill. Early winter ushers in California's wet season, bringing rain and snow showers that prepare the trails for hero dirt!
Looking for the best playgrounds to keep the little ones entertained? Look no further! From sprawling recreational parks to lakeside play areas, Truckee-Tahoe offers a variety of options for kids to run, jump, and play. Here are our top picks for the best playgrounds in Truckee-Tahoe.
The Truckee River and Little Truckee River both offer spectacular fly fishing with the opportunity to catch large, wild trout! Check out the Truckee-Tahoe Fly Fishing page to learn more about our local waters (part of the 4,700 square mile Truckee River Basin), find Truckee fly fishing shops, view fishing reports, see where to pick up a fishing license, and more!
Cool off in summer with a float down the Truckee River! Different sections of the river provide an adventure for everyone, from beginner floats to technical whitewater. The calmest section is from Tahoe City to River Ranch. Here, you can rent a raft and take a leisurely float without a guide. If you’re looking for a more exciting whitewater experience, book a guided trip with a rafting outfitter who will lead you through class II and III rapids on the Truckee River.
Rent a Raft to Float Tahoe City to River Ranch:
Guided Whitewater Trips:
Truckee is the epicenter of golf in the Truckee-Tahoe region, home to nine beautiful courses within a 20 minute drive from downtown. Golf enthusiasts will love the great weather, beautiful scenery, challenging terrain and abundance of 18-hole courses.
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Stay two nights in Truckee between May 23 and June 29, 2025—anywhere you’d like—and when you submit a short application, you’ll receive a $100 Sustainable Truckee gift card.
Friday, July 4 from 10am-1pm | Downtown Truckee
Friday, July 4 from 7am-10m | Truckee Fire Station 92
Friday, July 4 from 9:45–10am | Starts at Truckee Fire Station 92
Friday, July 4 at Dusk | West End Beach
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