Lake Tahoe is all about majestic views. No two ways about it, Truckee California is a magical mountain town. Once a raucous logging burg, Truckee Lake Tahoe is now the central gateway to the North Shore. It’s also where you might see Paul McCartney in a free-form jam at a local restaurant, or find yourself seated next to an Olympic skier or mountain biker at a pub.
In the winter of 1846, the ill-fated Donner Party holed up a few miles from the heart of town at the lake now bearing their name. Today Donner Summit is where rock climbers navigate the rock faces in their upwardly vertical journey. Several ski resorts, three Sierra Club huts and the Pacific Crest Trail are nearby.
Truckee boasts many shopping, dining and entertainment venues, yet remains steadfastly independent minded. And not surprising, weather forecasters often cite Truckee as the nation’s coldest (although those nippy temperatures are noteworthy because they often occur from June through early October).
Things To Do
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Truckee Community Swimming Pool
The 6 lane, 25 yard pool is open all year round and is kept at approximately 83 Degrees. Ammenities include: a 1 meter spring diving board, swim training and water aerobic equipment, easy entry ladders as well as a hydraulic...
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The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Lake Tahoe
Imagine escaping to a place where stress is replaced with serenity and cares are smoothed away by calm – a forest sanctuary where nature abounds bringing water and the woods into balance and harmony with modern...
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Cyclepaths Mountain Bike Shop
Located in Truckee, California, the gateway to the Sierra Nevada Mountains, we ride one of the most beautiful places on earth. A true mountain town with a great cycling community. Truckee’s also a wonderful cycling...
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Tahoe Mountain Club
It’s not a status symbol, a scene or even a place at all. Tahoe Mountain Club is a group of people – people like you who want to learn and play and share and relax; who are just as comfortable on a mountain bike as they...
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Paco's Bike & Ski
Paco first came to the Sierra Nevada in 1974 for a backpacking trip. In 1978, he moved here, and started his bike shop out of his home the next year. The story is similar for many of us here at the store. Come up to the...
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The Back Country
The Back Country in Truckee opened in 1997. In addition to backcountry skiing, climbing, camping, and cycling gear, we offer the best outdoor clothing from companies like Patagonia, Mammut, Cloudveil, and Marmot. We also have...
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Tahoe Adventure Company
Tahoe Adventure Company leads high quality adventure travel trips and tours with a focus on experiencing the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains, trails and brilliant waters of Lake Tahoe. Our goal is to offer the...
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Northstar Sports Bike Demo Shop, Northstar California
Northstar California is a downhiller’s paradise. Rugged terrain and gnarly features will challenge and thrill you. Our downhill and freeride bikes are the perfect match to the terrain we have to offer. Helmets are...
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Northstar California Resort
Northstar Resort is becoming one of the finest year-round destination mountain resorts in North America offering activities for all ages. With 83 trails spread across 2,480 acres, world-class terrain parks and snow sports...
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The Village Cinemas - Northstar California
The Village Cinemas movie theaters are now open in the Village at Northstar, offering Northstar California visitors and Lake Tahoe and Truckee locals popular Hollywood hits presented in ultra stereo or DTS, comfortable seating...
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Northstar Tennis
Enjoy a tennis vacation in an amazing mountain environment near Lake Tahoe, California. Northstar Tennis provides adult and junior tennis camps, clinics, socials, private lessons and more. Join us for a fun and energetic...
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Northstar Village Ice Skating Rink
Located in the heart of the Village at Northstar, the 9,000 square foot skating rink is the perfect ending to your day on the mountains. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail or two by the outdoor fire pits surrounding the rink or take...
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Truckee River Regional Park
Park offers 62 acres of recreation facilities. These include large and small ball fields, 4 picnic areas with tables and BBQs, a rodeo arena, nature trail, tennis, volleyball and basketball courts, amphitheater, tot lot,...
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Coyote Moon Golf Course
The word is spreading. Coyote Moon Golf Course is one of the finest mountain golf experiences in the country, and with good reason. The course sits on 250 acres of secluded rolling hills, majestic pines, and wildflowers....
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Ponderosa Golf Course
Open May – October. Truckee’s best golf course value. 9 holes, par 35, 3,018 yards. See our website for green fees and detailed information. Pro Shop, Snack shop, Driving nets, chipping & putting practice greens.
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Dining
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The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Experience The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe, the only AAA five-diamond mountain resort in Northern California, and discover the pristine beauty of this breathtaking region. From its crystal-clear lake to its legendary skiing,...
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Tahoe Mountain Club
It’s not a status symbol, a scene or even a place at all. Tahoe Mountain Club is a group of people – people like you who want to learn and play and share and relax; who are just as comfortable on a mountain bike as they...
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The Hotel at Sugar Bowl
Escape to the mountains. Park in our convenient indoor garage, have your luggage and skis loaded aboard a personal gondola and glide towards your classic alpine experience. You owe it to yourself to enjoy the European charm...
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Coyote Moon Bar & Grille
Casual, California menu served in a spectacular setting overlooking Coyote Moon Golf Course. Open seasonally for breakfast, lunch and early dinner. Full bar and banquet facilities.
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The Living Room
The Living Room, located in the dramatic lobby of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe on Northstar California, features sweeping views of the Martis Valley and Northstar slopes, contemporary American light fare, entrees, cocktails...
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Hey Chef! Private Chef's Service
For the finest dining experience in Truckee-Tahoe, look no further than your own table. We are your source for the area’s premier private chefs. Each of our chefs has a unique culinary specialty, and we match you with the...
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Tahoe Luxury Properties
Family owned since 1994, Tahoe Luxury Properties offers more than 140 Tahoe vacation rentals in class of their own. Rentals start at $225 per night and range from charming and elegant ski cabins to dramatic lakefront estates,...
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Jiffy's Pizza
We Use Only The Freshest Ingredients, And 100% Pure Mozzarella Cheese. Everything Is Made Fresh Daily And All Pies Are Hand Tossed. We Also Carry Our Pizzas In Heated Delivery Bags, To Guarantee Piping-Hot Delivery.
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Manzanita
Perched mid-mountain on Northstar California, Manzanita , The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe’s signature restaurant, features California cuisine with a regional mountain resort influence.
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Sugar Bowl Resort
In 1938 Walt Disney was among the visionaries who helped pick this picture-perfect location, and placed upon it the first chair lift in California. Because we were up here first, we naturally picked the best site. What Mr....
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