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Things To Do

If you’re craving an outdoor adventure, you’ve come to the right place. There are plenty of things to do in Truckee-Tahoe during any time of the year. We’re known for unparalleled access to world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, skiing and riding. Whether you’re visiting in spring, summer, fall, or winter, we promise you’ll have a blast!
  1. Four Seasons of Fun
  2. Skiing & Riding
  3. Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
  4. Family Fun - Sledding, Snowplay, Ice Skating
  5. Family Fun - Summer
  6. Trails, Maps, Access
  1. Guides, Tours, Shops
  2. Hiking & Trail Running
  3. Rock Climbing
  4. Biking
  5. Fly Fishing
  6. Trails For EveryBODY™

Featured Events

Fireworks at Donner Lake

Celebrate Independence Day with a spectacular fireworks display over Donner Lake. Best viewing will be from West End Beach and along the shoreline of Donner Lake.
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West End Beach Celebration

Get excited for a full day of fun with music, games, and feel good summer vibes all day.
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Truckee 4th of July Parade

This event is a Truckee tradition and family-friendly that our community loves in Downtown Truckee from 10am-1pm.
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Pancake Breakfast & Firecracker Mile

Start your day with a free pancake breakfast at Truckee Fire Station 92 from 7-10am. Afterwards, run the Firecracker Mile: a mile-long race that follows the parade route.
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Winter Activities

Backcountry Skiing
Skiing & Riding
Cross Country Skiing
Sledding & Tubing
Snowshoeing

Skiing & Riding

With 7 world-class ski resorts within a 15-45 minute drive of Truckee, and an average snowfall of 500 inches per year (42 FEET)! Truckee-Tahoe is a premier destination for California skiing and riding. The region gets deep snow and sunny weather, perfect conditions for bluebird days (and happy kids in ski school). Also nearby are nordic areas for cross country skiing and snowshoeing, including North America’s largest XC ski resort.
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Truckee & North Lake Tahoe
Easy access to Northern California's premier ski resorts including Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, Northstar California Resort, and Sugar Bowl Resort.
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South Lake Tahoe
Just one hour drive from Truckee, South Lake Tahoe is home to Heavenly Mountain Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort.
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Truckee Nordic Areas
Get striding or skating! Truckee nordic areas boast over 150 miles of beautifully groomed trails for cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
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Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing

Truckee-Tahoe has endless cross country skiing and snowshoeing! Visit one of our XC resorts and ski centers for groomed trails and crisp tracks for classic and skate skiing, or explore trails and backcountry access in the Tahoe National Forest.
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Family Fun for all Ages

No crying, just smiling! Take the kiddos on fun activities like easy riding on family bike paths, winter sledding or tubing, and summer swimming and splashing in the shallows. No matter what season, there’s always a fun, family adventure waiting.
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Way More Outdoors

Truckee-Tahoe invites creativity and curiosity in more ways than one. There are many unique ways to enjoy the outdoors besides all of the hardcore stuff, like photography, bird watching, or just glamping (glamorous, pampered camping).
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Trails, Maps, Access

View and download trail maps for Truckee-Tahoe’s scenic paved and dirt trails. Find out where to get a topographic map in town and get the best mobile apps for rock climbing, hiking, and backcountry mapping.
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Summer Activities

Hiking & Trail Running
Biking
Rock Climbing
Fly Fishing
beaches & piers
paddleboards & boats
horseback riding
golf courses
truckee river rafting

Rock Climbing

Climbers come from all over the world to rope up on California granite in Truckee-Tahoe and Yosemite, just three hours away. All types of climbing from bouldering to multi-pitch trad are easily accessible with short approach routes. New to the sport? Hire an experienced local climbing guide or visit Truckee’s new, state of the art gym in central Truckee.
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Hiking
& Trail Running

Hundreds of miles of rugged and scenic trails connect Truckee to Lake Tahoe and beyond, including the famous Pacific Crest Trail. Popular hiking areas include the Tahoe National Forest, Donner Memorial State Park, and Desolation Wilderness, which offer plenty of dog friendly and family friendly trails.
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Road, Mountain, & E-Biking

Whether you like to ride pavement or dirt trails, Truckee-Tahoe has something for all abilities. There are 21 miles of scenic paved paths, forest roads, and world-class dirt trails for all types of riding. Bring your e-bike, mountain bike, gravel bike, or rent from a local Truckee bike shop.
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More Summer Activities

Beaches, boating, rafting, fishing, golf & horseback riding! Learn about the endless summer fun to be had in Truckee-Tahoe.
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