2008-09 Truckee Visitor Guide

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Table of Contents
The 2008-09 Truckee Visitor Guide is
10 Welcome To Truckee produced jointly by the Sierra Sun,
proudly serving the Truckee Com-
munity since 1869, and the Truckee
1
1 About Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce.
Historic Timeline· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 14-15 The Sierra Sun wishes to thank
Hiking the History of the Donner Pass· · · · · · · · · · · ·16 all of our advertisers for helping
Truckee Historic Walking Tour · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 18-19 to make this guide happen.
Truckee Facts · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 20-21
Truckee’s Gone Green· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·22
Truckee Recycling Guide · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 24-25 Sierra Sun
Be Bear Aware · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·25 Interim Publisher
Keith Tanoos
Summer Recreation

Advertising Executives
Camping · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 28-30 Lenoir De Monte
Susan Kokenge
Hiking · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 31-33 Carolyn O’Connor
Geocaching· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·34 Bonnie York
Wildlife: Flora & Fauna · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·35 Designer
River Rafting & Kayaking · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·36 Lauren Shearer
Fishing· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 37-38 Production Artist
Mountain Biking · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 39-40 Maren Delaney
Road Biking· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·41 Office Manager
Golfing· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 42-43 Pat Greenlaw

Office Assistant
Winter Recreation Lorea Beshears
Skiing & Snowboarding · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 46-47 Circulation Manager
Cross Country Skiing · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 48-49 Sunni Todd
Other Winter Activities · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 50-51 All writers and photographers
are listed by their work.
Food & Drink Cover Photos
Food & Drink Listings · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 54-58 Top Left: Allison, Jesse, and Seth
Faster Food, Take Out, Eat at Home · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·59 Lightcap catch the last rays of sun on

Donner Peak before snowboarding
Dining at a Glance · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 60-61 home to Donner Lake. ~ Photo
by Seth Lightcap. Top Right:
Go & Do Rainbow Bridge on Old Hwy 40
Calendar of Events · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 64-68 in early morning August light.
~ Photo by Mary Serrano. Bottom
Museums · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·69 Left: Tahoe Donner rainbow.
Truckee Donner Rec & Park· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 70-71 ~ Photo by Olof Carmel.
Shopping · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 72-75 Every effort has been made to ensure
Inspiration for the Arts· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·76 the accuracy of the information
Lodging · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 78-82 contained within this guide.
The Sierra Sun and the Truckee
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Donner Chamber of Commerce
8 Advertiser Index assume no responsibility for mis-
information. Please contact the
8 Photo Contest Winners businesses, services and events for
specifi c details, verifi cation and
the most up-to-date information.
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Welcome to Truckee
Welcome to Truckee — a vibrant, historically rich mountain town, Truckee is surrounded by spectacular
Sierra Nevada beauty. A recreation paradise, outdoor enthusiasts will fi nd endless year-round recreation,
a charming historic downtown, magnifi cent scenery and crisp, clean mountain air.
Truckee is an amazing place to experience the change of seasons. You don’t have to wander far off the
beaten path to lose the stress, the worries, the trials of your world. A wildfl ower gently emerging from
the snow, the summer sun glittering on Donner Lake, the brilliant amber glow of the trees in the fall, or
Board of Directors
the magnifi cence of a fresh snowfall set against the bluest sky you can imagine and deep green pine trees. 2008-09
Full of excitement and energy, in addition to all the action-packed recreation is a full slate of events to Kappy Mann — Chair
round out your Truckee experience. Summer kicks off with a “Norman Rockwell” slice of Americana 4th Coldwell Banker
of July Parade, pro cycling competition, classic car show, music festivals, rodeo, Renaissance Faire, hikes of Northern California
that combine art, nature and history. Winter brings epic snow, ski and snowboard competitions featuring Laura Ryan — Past Chair
some of the best athletes, full-moon tours, clinics and something just about every weekend of the season. Sierra Pet Clinic
At the heart of it all is Truckee’s historic downtown where you can stroll through an incredible selection Shelly Wright — Chair Elect
of shops or relax at wine bars and restaurants that are rustic or hip. From May through September, Truckee Plumas Bank
Tuesdays brings locals and visitors downtown for live music, sidewalk sales, dining specials, fresh fl ower
market and more. Neil Cunningham
Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation
When you’re in town, drop by the Visitor Center in downtown Truckee centrally located in the historic train
depot, where you can enjoy historic displays, pick up information about Truckee, or purchase something to Brent Cutler
help you remember your trip. For more information call 1-866-443-2027 or visit www.truckee.com. The Sports Exchange
— Lynn Saunders, President/CEO, Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce Jude Koenig
Attorney at Law
Paul Kucharski
Citizens Bank of Northern California
Larry Larson
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EventMasters
Chamber Staff
Lynn Saunders
President/CEO
Ruth Geresy
Executive Assistant
Linda Pendleton
Membership Manager
Bonnie Ames-Williams
Chamber Programs Coordinator
Beverly Welch
Visitor Services Representative
Lynn Saunders, President/CEO and her Sheltie Liam enjoy Truckee’s 4th of July Parade. Helyn North
Carol O’Brien
Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce Marion Ames
10065 Donner Pass Rd., Truckee, CA 96161 Visitor Services Representative
866-443-2027 · 530-587-2757 Marilyn Colquhoun
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About Truckee
Downtown Truckee at dusk. ~ Photo by Olof Carmel
Union Pacific Railroad train, downtown Truckee. ~ Photo by Lauren Shearer
Railroad tracks off Glenshire Dr.,

Truckee at sunset.
~ Photo by Ellie Krauss
Historic Timeline · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·14-15

Hiking the History
of the Donner Pass· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 16
Truckee Historic Walking Tour· · · 18-19
Truckee Facts· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 20-21
Truckee’s Gone Green· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·22
Truckee Recycling Guide · · · · · · · · · 24-25
Be Bear Aware· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·25
Aspen leaves after the rain. ~ Photo by Peg Friesen
Historic Timeline Joseph Gray and George
Schaffer built and
operated the first lumber
mill. Structural lumber,
railroad ties, poles, fence Ice was first harvested in the Truckee
posts, shingles, mine Basin at Boca. With the completion of
The Stephens-Townsend- timbers, charcoal and fire- the railroad, numerous companies were
Murphy Party became the first Thousands of emigrants passed wood were cut from the harvesting ice that was used to refrigerate
Emigrant wagon train that westward through Truckee Basin surrounding forests and the fruits and vegetables produced in
successfully crossed the Sierra. en route to California. shipped all over the west. California and shipped across the country.
1844 1846 1846-1848 1863-1865 1866 1867 1868 1875
Arriving in late Construction of the Construction of the Transcontinental The Boca Brewing
October, in heavy Dutch Flat & Donner Railroad begins. Crucial to the Company brought
snows, the Donner Lake Wagon road “conquest of the Sierra” were the more fame to Boca
Party unable to completed. Numerous Chinese laborers who came to work on than any other indus-
cross the mountain stage stations built along the Central Pacific. At one time more try. The Truckee area
summit are forced the route, among them than 10,000 was gaining fame as
to camp on the Gray’s Station. The Chinese were a tourist destination
east end of Donner settlement later grew on the job. and summer resort
Lake. Of the party into a small town named area. Stagecoaches
of 87, only 47 Coburn’s Station and filled daily with pas-
survive the winter. later re-named Truckee. sengers going to Lake
Tahoe and other lakes
Photos courtesy of the Truckee-Donner Historical Society around the area.
Truckee is
established For More About The Donner Party and Truckee History
as a winter Donner Memorial State Park & Emigrant Trail Museum 530-582-7892
sports desti- Truckee-Donner Historical Society and Old Jail: Jibboom St. and Spring St. 530-582-0893
info@truckeehistory.org · www.truckeehistory.org
nation. An
ice palace
with walls The Winter Olympics
three feet descend on the Truckee
thick cov- In 1915 Lincoln Highway, area for the games at Major subdivisions
ered with America’s first transcontinental Squaw Valley. The were developed
chicken road, was built over Donner Pass. coverage of the games in and around
wire and hosed with water formed a In 1926 U.S. Highway 40 established the Truckee- Truckee, as people
shimmering palace of ice. Tourists (known as “Lincoln Highway”) Tahoe area as a major sought the lifestyle
poured from excursion trains to enjoy Donner Summit Bridge resort destination for provided by
skiing, skating, sledding and dog races. dedication ceremony is held. year-round recreation. a small town.
1890-1920 1910 1915-1926 1932-1940 1960 1964 1970s 1993
Hollywood film companies The Southern Pacific U.S. Highway The Town of
became intrigued by Truckee’s establishes the excursion 80 completed. Truckee incorpo-
mountain charm and began train called “The Snow- rates. Downtown
establishing it as a center for ball Special.” The train Truckee continues
the budding motion picture left San Francisco after to preserve and
industry. Truckee hosted stars midnight and returned restore its historic
such as Charlie Chaplin, Clark the next midnight, giv- character, and
Cable, John Wayne and Henry ing excursionists most Truckee continues
Fonda. 82 movies were filmed of the day in Truckee to to grow in
in Truckee before 1941. enjoy winter sports. popularity as a
resort destination.
Hiking the History of the Donner Pass
Donner Lake reflection. ~ Photo by Olof Carmel
Donner Party Hike more. Hikes range from 2.5 to largest conservation achievements constructed by the California
6 miles and are rated moderate — the protection of Schallenberger State Parks, which took owner-
Scale the rugged, awe-inspring to strenuous. Sunday the 5th Ridge and Negro Canyon. ship of the ridge after the land
peaks that hold volumes of promises more history and inter- trust negotiated a purchase of the
California history on the annual A volunteer, community effort
pretive walks. Previous Donner property from an Oregon-based
Donner Party Hike. has connected 16 miles of trail
Party Hike weekends have timber company.
open to hikers and equestrians,
Held on Oct. 4 and 5, the 16th attracted hundreds of people from
with 9.5 of those miles also open Meanwhile, a new kiosk at the
Annual Donner Party Hike all over California and Northern
to cyclists. In a few more years, base of Negro Canyon opened
celebrates the Truckee area’s deep Nevada, so reservations are required.
the vision of a trail looping recently letting people know that
history with a weekend of outings Registration fees include guided high above Donner Lake will be land trust is working to conserve
that traverse the terrain California’s hike, barbecue lunch and afternoon complete. the canyon and promote recre-
early settlers encountered. Recount presentations by history experts. ational access to the rim trail in
the trials and tribulations early Unlike its enormous twin brother
Contact the Truckee Donner the canyon. An updated map of
California emigrants experienced — the 165-mile Tahoe Rim
Chamber of Commerce at 530- the trail will also be on the kiosk
in their journeys while hiking Trail — the Donner Rim Trail is
587-8808 or visit www.truckee.com this summer.
through spectacular Sierra being built to a scale that allows
for information. Special lodging
Nevada scenery. recreationists the opportunity to Negro Canyon can be accessed at
packages are available.
complete the trail in one day. the Donner Lake exit off of I-80.
But the history didn’t end with Trails from the canyon lead to
the ill-fated Donner Party. De- Donner Lake Rim Trail The land trust’s long-term goal
the Donner Rim Trail, which tra-
cades later Donner Summit was is to get the trail around Mount
Ringing Donner Lake verses the canyon. Trail access is
where the Transcontinental Rail- Judah to Schallenberger Ridge
with a Rim Trail also available from Castle Valley
road topped out over the mighty — a section that will follow the
road, by taking the fi rst double-
Sierra Nevada. During the hikes At 23 miles long when it is com- Pacifi c Crest Trail for hikers, but
track on the right, marked with a
explore railroad snow sheds while pleted, the Donner Rim Trail will offer an alternative for mountain
Donner Lake Rim Trail blaze.
learning of the challenges in cross ridges, wrap around lakes bikes, which are not allowed on
building the epic railroad line. and navigate granite knobs. the Pacifi c Crest Trail, to com- — For more information, visit
plete the loop. www.tdlandtrust.org/donnerlake.html
Hike participants can choose from Along the way, the completed
a variety of guided interpretive trail will showcase Donner Lake. From Schallenberger Ridge, the
hikes on Saturday the 4th that But it will also display some of wooded slope to the south of
combine emigrant history and the Truckee Donner Land Trust’s Donner Lake, the trail will be
Sassarini Home The Kruger
1 Blue Sky Home Center 17 T
ruckee Donner
Chamber of Commerce
Built circa 1895 by the Sassarini C.B. White House
2 Riverside Studios Family, this home was later Placed on the National Register
18 Truckee Variety Co. purchased by the McGwinn
3 Riverstone of Historic Places, it was built in
Family on July 15, 1918 for
19 Cooking Gallery 1873 by W.H. Kruger, an original
4 Tahoe Dave’s Ski & Board 10 dollars in gold coin. Doyle owner of the Truckee Lumber
20 Different People McGwinn grew up to be the
5 High Camp Home Company. In 1904, C.B. White,
town butcher for many years.
21 J oAnne’s Stained a banker and prominent citizen,
6 Isabella O. bought the house.
Glass & Gallery Titus Home
7 Jackass Ridge Ranch
22 Squeeze In This home was constructed circa Rocking Stone
8 Down by the River 1912 on a spot previously occupied
23 Marilyn’s Catwalk Although the 17-ton stone
by a Chinese boarding house.
9 Sierra Shades & Optical no longer rocks, it is one of 25
24 OB’s Pub & Restaurant It was the only architecturally known rocking stones in the
10 Sweets Handmade Candies designed home in Brickelltown,
25 Pacific Crest Grill world. The local Native Americans
designed by Will Bliss. Frank used this rock for drying their
11 Dragonfly Titus, Sr. built this home while
26 Bar of America food and holding ceremonies as
12 White Buffalo working as an engineer on the far back as 15,000 years ago. One
27 Chase International narrow gauge railroad, which of the early tribes painstakingly
13 G
ratitudes Gifts hauled lumber from Lake Tahoe
28 Truckee Hotel chipped away the rock to flatten
& Home Decor to Truckee. the top and curve the bottom so
29 Moody’s Bistro & Lounge
14 The Treehouse animals couldn’t climb up to eat
30 Carmel Gallery
Eaton Homes their food.
15 Cabona’s Originally built by Edward Brickell
16 Pianeta Cucina Italiana
31 S pirit Interior Design
& Gallery
circa 1880 and then served as the The Loading Dock
Truckee Lumber Company store. Once a loading dock and freight
Harry Eaton, Brickell’s son-in-law, station for the Southern Pacific
was a longtime railroad engineer. Railroad this building served as
His son Harry, grew up in this a warehouse for years. Much of
home and in the 1930s he was Truckee’s lumber and ice were
known to ski to Tahoe City to shipped from here.
deliver the mail when trains were
snowbound in Truckee.
Truckee’s Old Jail The Capitol Squeeze In and was rebuilt in the same spot.
Built in 1875 out of native stone, Built in 1872 by William Hurd. The location of the town’s One notable name change was
the brick was added in 1901. This It was originally “Hurd’s Saloon first bank, operated by Frank to the Alpine Riverside Hotel in
is one of the West’s oldest jails in and Hall.” It was used by Piper Burckhalter. In 1869 a daring bank the 1950s for the 1960 Winter
continuous use until 1964. Open Opera Company and then for the robbery attempt was thwarted Olympics at Squaw Valley. The
on summer weekends. County Court. by the heroic action of bank hotel was renovated and reopened
employees and town citizens. as the Truckee Hotel in 1977.
First and Last I.O.O.F. Hall The Schaffer House
Chance Saloon This building was built in 1871 Stone Garage
and is the oldest building on This building is on the location Built in 1895 by George
It was the last saloon heading west Schaffer, the founder of Truckee’s
the block. The Rebekah officials of Truckee’s first building: Gray’s
and the first heading east. This first lumber mill, Schaffer Mill.
building was once Truckee’s from New York had been in San Station. The current stone building
Francisco to organize a lodge was constructed around 1911 and The original Italianate detailing
original telephone office. is still evident on the porch.
there. On their return trip to served as a carriage house and
Sierra Tavern New York, they became snow- blacksmith shop.
The Depot
bound and stayed in Truckee four
Building days. They asked the local ladies Gray’s Log The depot was built in 1900. A
Built as a three story building in if they would like to have a lodge plaque, located on the large stone
1928. A fourth floor was added in and the second Rebekah Lodge in
Waystation outside the depot, commemorates
1938. This was once the location of California was established. Truckee’s oldest building (1863). the first transcontinental railroad
the law office of Truckee’s famous In 1909 the cabin was given to the line. The line reached Truckee on
citizen, Charles McGlashan, who Rex Hotel Building Native Sons of the Golden West,
Donner Parlor No. 162, who
April 3, 1868.
wrote the history of the Donner Party.
Built over 100 years ago, this
building was converted to a hotel
moved it to its present location. Chinese Herb Shop
Cabona’s with steam heated rooms in 1913. Built in 1878, it was the
Founded in 1918, Cabona’s is the During prohibition, the lower
The Truckee Hotel cornerstone of Truckee’s
oldest retail establishment on Com- floor was a speakeasy called the Built as the American Hotel in Chinatown which was the second
mercial Row. Its founder, Dave Ca- “Silver Mirror.” 1873, this structure was known largest Chinese community on
bona, originally sold fishing tackle, as the Whitney House before the the west coast. It was also the
appliances and general merchan- 1900s and has had several name home of the Donner Soda Label,
dise. The eastern part of the store changes since then. In 1909, the part of the Truckee Soda Works.
was a coffee shop. The coffee cup is structure burned to the ground
still embedded in the sidewalk.
Truckee Facts
Location Terrain Coldest Spot
Average Truckee is located in the Sierra The Truckee Donner area has in the Nation?
avg. high
avg. Low
Temps mean
Nevada mountain range in Northern expansive granite mountain, Truckee, California has often earned
California, 200 miles northeast of vista, meadow, lake terrain.
January 41°f 16°f 29°f the reputation as one of the chilliest
San Francisco; 100 miles east of spots in the nation. While it may be
february 45°f 19°f 32°f Sacramento, California; 35 miles Climate true, it really doesn’t give a true pic-
march 49°f 23°f 36°f west of Reno, Nevada; and 12 miles Summer average temperatures: ture of Truckee’s pristine California
north of Lake Tahoe, California. 40-79˚F
april 55°f 27°f 41°f weather pattern. Nestled between
Winter average temperatures: the peaks of the Sierra, Truckee’s pla-
may 64°f 32°f 48°f Elevation 17-42˚F teau often gets an inversion, where-
June 74°f 38°f 56°f Downtown Truckee: 5,980 ft. Average snowfall: 206 inches by cold air is trapped overnight,
July 83°f 42°f 63°f Donner Summit: 7,239 ft. Average precipitation: 32 inches thus the extreme cold temperatures
Donner Peak: 8,019 ft. Sunshine: 300 days a year in the wee hours of the morning. As
august 82°f 42°f 62°f
Mt. Judah: 8,243 ft. (Source: Western Regional the sun begins to rise, so does the
september 75°f 36°f 56°f Climate Center) temperature, creating daytime highs
october 64°f 29°f 47°f Population 30-50˚ above the lows.
november 49°f 22°f 36°f Town of Truckee: 15,781
To Sierraville Boca To Reno
december 41°f 17°f 29°f
Truckee was fi rst established in Reservoir
Floriston
1863; incorporated in 1993
(Source: 2000 Census; includes Prosser Cr
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Estates Ranchos Hirschdale
Prosser Cambridge
Lake Estates Canyon Springs
Heights 89
Old
Gray’s Greenwood Glenshire Elkhorn
Pine Crossing Ridge
Olympic
80 Wolf Estates Forest Heights Juniper
Soda Donner Pines Donner Crest Hills
Springs Tract
Biltz Truckee Ponderosa Truckee-Tahoe
Armstrong Gateway
Fairway Estates Airport
Kingvale Donner Lake
Martis
Norden Donner Sierra Creek
Van N Lake Trail Ponderosa
Meadows Lake
Kidd Lake orden Meadow Timilik
n Pacific Railroad Lake Park Palisades Ponderosa
To Unio Rex Reids
Martiswoods Ranchos
267
Donner Tract
Sacramento Estates
Serene Lakeview
Greenpoint
Serene Lahontan
Casade Lakes Lakes Southside Martis (Private)
Lakes Palisade Donner Lake Village Camp
Donner Woods 89
Long Lake
Lake Donner Lake Woods
Weeks Tract Northstar
Truckee River
Kingswood
267 Estates
Kingswood
West
Old Kings 28
Agate Brockway Beach
Bay
Tahoe Crystal
Carnelian Vista Bay
Bay Brockway
Squaw Cedar
Valley Flat
28
Dollar Point
Lake
Forest
Alpine Tahoe City
Meadows 89
Tahoe Tavern
Alpine Peaks
Sunnyside
Pineland
Timberland
Lake Tahoe
Idlewild
Tahoe
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Highway Access Local Transportation
East/West: Truckee is easily TART (Tahoe Area
accessible directly off I-80 Regional Transit)
Connects Truckee with North
North/South: Truckee is accessed
and West Shores of Lake Tahoe.
by Hwy 89 and Hwy 267
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Drive Time From
San Francisco/Bay Area: 3.5 hours Truckee Trolley Winter Runs
Sacramento: 1.5 hours from Truckee at the depot to
South Lake Tahoe: 1 hour Northstar; and Truckee at the depot
Reno: 45 minutes to Sugar Bowl. 530-587-7451
Truckee Trolley Summer
Road Conditions Runs from Tahoe Truckee Airport
California to the depot in Truckee and from
800-427-7623 the depot to West End Beach,
www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/ Donner Lake. 530-587-7451.
Nevada Ski Resort Shuttles
775-793-1313 Scheduled shuttles in the winter.
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roads/winter/ Automobile Rental
Enterprise
Air Access 530-550-1550
Reno/Tahoe Int’l Airport
Reno, Nevada, 40 miles Hertz
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Taxis
Sacramento Int’l Airport Any Time Taxi
Sacramento, California, 106 miles 530-414-4187
916-929-5411
www.sacairports.org Bell Limo/Airport Mini Bus
800-235-5466
Truckee Tahoe Airport
Hwy 267, Truckee Eco Taxi
Small aircraft, cargo and
general aviation
530-587-4119
530-386-3836
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AMTRAK stops in Truckee, once Truckee Tahoe Limo/Tours beautiful Lake
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tickets, call 800-USA-RAIL. Transportation, Inc. Serving:
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Greyhound stops in Truckee 5 Dial-a-Ride • Donner Lake
times a day. For more information Curb-to-curb service.
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Truckee s Gone Green
Sierra Sun staff Green building includes solar
energy, low impact development,
Green building isn’t just catching
water effi ciency, the reuse of gray
on in the Truckee area, it’s a way
water in outdoor irrigation, insulation
of doing business.
and weather stripping, the use of
Green building, which promotes recycled and sustainable building
construction of low-impact, materials, and more.
energy-effi cient homes, has been
A special Truckee home uses just
gaining popularity in the region
such elements. Gray’s Crossing,
as a way to both protect the
a planned Truckee development,
environment and save money on
features a Sunset Idea House. The
increasing utility costs.
fi rst ever Sunset “High Country
The Truckee Green Building Idea House,” features landscape
Committee is now four years old sensitive design, energy effi ciency
and works on education, training, and environmentally green design.
and providing input on green The home draws on the historic
building in the area. To see examples character of Truckee and natural
Rick Solinsky’s solar and wind system takes his Glenshire home off of the utility grid.
of projects that have gone green, environment by incorporating Solar and wind power are key elements of green building. ~ Photo by Greyson Howard
the Sierra Green Building rammed earth walls, recycled
Association (SiGBA) hosts timbers and a courtyard framing only the building practices and “Truckee is becoming such a
an annual Green Building Tour the high Sierra view. materials of the individual buildings, green town that it makes sense
in the fall. Based in Truckee, but also the overall layout, for the school to offer courses that
An example of green building on
SiGBA was created to advocate landscaping and transportation focus on [sustainability].”
a larger scale is the Village-at-
environmental design in the around the village, said Skye
Northstar™. The ski resort village
region. For more information on
was awarded a fi rst-of-its-kind, Allsop, assistant construction Truckee Day
SiGBA’s annual Green Building manager and environmental coor-
resort-wide green building certifi - A town-wide annual clean-up day
Tour, call (530) 546-4500. dinator with East West Partners.
cation. called Truckee Day takes place
Certifi ed Many of the materials came from the fi rst Saturday in June. This
by the U.S. within 500 miles of Northstar, event draws participants of all
Green Build- reducing fuel consumption in ages who comb the neighborhood
ing Council shipping, and a number of streets collecting litter. Last year
in 2007, recycled and re-used materials nearly 800 volunteers turned out
the fi rst two were used throughout the site, Saturday for the fourth annual
phases of the Allsop said. community clean-up campaign.
village earned Leadership in Energy and Envi- The volunteers picked up a total
points with ronmental Design ranks buildings of 6 tons of roadside trash, an
things like and projects by points and awards average of 15 pounds of discarded
offering designations of “certifi ed,” debris collected by each volunteer.
alternative “silver,” “gold,” or “platinum.” Truckee Day concludes with a
transporta- The Village-at-Northstar earned well-attended barbeque at
tion and a “certifi ed” status with 28 out of Truckee River Regional Park.
using close-by 69 possible points, according to For information on Truckee Day,
resources the U.S. Green Building Council call 530-582-7700.
that require Web site, www.usgbc.org.
less-lengthy
Meanwhile, the new Sierra College
Truckee River Day
transportation.
building not only followed LEED Truckee River Day takes place
The fi rst-in- standards during construction, on Sunday October 12 and draws
the-nation, the new campus will teach green many participants who work on
resort-scale precepts in its curriculum. projects such as planting eroded
Leadership in sites, clearing conifer slash to
Energy and Educators at the two-year college rehabilitate a meadow or to
Environmen- are now organizing the Sierra College promote aspen growth, restoring
tal Design Institute for Sustainability. spawning habitat for fi sh, and
certifi cation “It is a refl ection of the community cleaning up trash. For information
took into that we live in,” college Dean on Truckee River Day, call 530-
Scott Fitzmorris sits with his cat in his “green” home that features account not Rick Rantz said of the Institute. 550-8760.
recycled wood and solar heating. ~ Photo by Emma Garrard
Truckee Recycling Guide
By Nichole Dorr, Recycling trash and recycling. Everything
Coordinator, Town of Truckee is mixed together, compacted,
dumped and processed. Therefore
Blue bag curbside recycling is
when purchasing blue-bags pay
available to all Truckee residents
attention to thickness. The thicker
and anyone living inside the Tahoe
the bag the better it will hold
Truckee Sierra Disposal service
up. Stress on the bag can lead
area. Blue bags are intended for
to breakage. Practice not over
the collection of commingled
stuffi ng the blue bag. An over
recycling, meaning you do not
stuffed bag has a greater potential
need to sort contents by material
for tearing open and having the
type. In order to participate,
contents mix back into the waste
residents are required to purchase
stream. Fill your bags, just don’t
blue bags from various retailers
over stuff them.
within the area.
Strong durable blue bags may
Things to consider be purchased in bulk at Tahoe
when purchasing and Supply Company at 10939 A
Industrial Wy. Smaller rolls of
using blue bags: strong durable blue bags may be Sample of a blue bag for the curbside recycling program. ~ Photo by Nichole Dorr
Not all blue bags are created purchased at Mountain Hardware
equal. Until the blue bags arrive at 11320 Donner Pass Rd.
recyclables are placed in blue bags Paper board: such as food and
at the Eastern Regional Landfi ll Tie your blue bag securely. and the bag survives the collection cereal boxes (remove plastic liners),
transfer station they are treated Remember that your blue bags process nearly 100% of those paper towel and toilet paper rolls.
exactly the same as black bags are taking a ride in the garbage recyclables will be recovered for
fi lled with trash. You’ll notice truck. If you don’t tie it the Glass bottles and jars: all colors
recycling. On the other hand,
that only one trash truck will stop contents will mix with the trash are okay.
only 17-18% of recyclables that
by your home and pick up your and your efforts lost. When your are tossed out as trash are captured Plastics numbered 1-7. Check
for recycling. the bottom of the container for
the recycling symbol and number
Blue bags are less expensive than
1-7. Plastic bags and Styrofoam
paying for extra trash removal.
are the exceptions. Plastic bags
All Truckee residents pay for
can be dropped off at local grocery
one 32-gallon can of trash to be
stores for recycling. Styrofoam is
picked up every week. If you are
not recycled in Truckee, please
creating more than 32 gallons
avoid Styrofoam when possible.
of trash you’re paying $2.67 per
extra bag set out for collection. Aluminum, tin (steel) and
With such an expansive recycling bi-metal cans.
acceptance list you can avoid
paying for extra trash. You can Cardboard: cut it up to make
place blue bags at the curb every it fi t in blue bag. Drop-off large
week in unlimited quantities. Tied quantities of cardboard at the fi re
blue bags can also go directly in station located at 11473 Donner
dumpsters along with your trash Pass Rd. Please do not place loose
bags. Rinse recyclables before cardboard at the curb. Loose
placing in blue bags. cardboard will be contaminated
in the collection truck and
What’s recyclable charged as trash.
utilizing the curbside Looking for a little

blue bag program? extra cash? Redeem
Mixed paper: offi ce paper, your bottles and cans
catalogues, magazines, junk mail.
Virtually all mixed paper types Bottles and cans can be dropped
can be recycled! off at a buy back facility for the
Sergio Garcia, a foreman at Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal, looks into a box of used cash refund value (CRV). Please
batteries at the recycling center on Cabin Creek Rd. The center collects more than sort your bottles from your cans
1,000 lbs. of batteries a month. ~ Photo by Emma Garrard
And Remember: Be Bear Aware!
and take them to one of the

following locations:
NexCycle — for CRV items only
11290 Donner Pass Rd.,
Truckee (behind Safeway)
Tuesday through Saturday
from 10am-4pm. 530-386-3759
Eastern Regional Landfill (ERL)
Recycling Center - for CRV and
all other recyclables. Cabin Creek
Rd. off Hwy 89 south Tuesday
through Saturday from 8am-4pm
(the buy back facility is closed
from noon-12:30pm)
530-583-0148
Universal Waste
and Electronic Waste
Recycling
ERL accepts all Universal and
Electronic Waste including any
devise that contains mercury
i.e. fluorescent tubes and bulbs,
electronics, household batteries
and empty aerosol cans for FREE that has a key left in the lock
recycling. Please drop these items and pull out anything inside.
off during normal business hours. Removing your keys ensures
that the bears stay protected.
Remember: For businesses and dumpster
BE BEAR AWARE! users: After depositing trash and
recycling into the dumpster please
Please keep in mind that our secure lids properly. Please inform
resident bears are EXTREEMLY employees of the importance for
active. During the summer proper trash management.
months many bears are heading
down mountains in search of water Visitors: Welcome to Bear
and easy food sources. Please Country! While visiting the area
remember that we live in “bear please utilize provided trash and
country” and secure your trash recycling bins (remember: blue
and recycling. It’s up to all of us bags for all mixed recycling).
working together to protect the If for some reason bins are not
bears and keep them out of our available in the location you are
trash cans and dumpsters. at please pack out what you have
packed in. Illegal dumping and or
For residents: Please do not leave leaving trash behind has become
your trash and recyclables on a serious issue that affects our
the curb outside of a bear box entire community.
over night. If you do not have a
bear box, place your trash and — For more information, comments
recyclables on the curb the day of and questions, please contact:
your service only. If you do have Nichole Dorr at 530-582-2909 or
a bear box its equally important e-mail ndorr@townoftruckee.com.
to REMOVE THE BEAR BOX
KEY. Our bears have been around
along time and have figured out
how to partially open a bear box
Summer Recreation
Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center. ~ Photo by Olof Carmel
Boating, Donner Lake. ~ Photo by Michael Monroe
Climbing high above Donner Lake. ~ Photo by Alexis Pollock
Camping· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 28-30
Hiking · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·31-33
Geocaching· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 34
Wildlife: Flora & Fauna · · · · · · · · · · · · · 35
River Rafting & Kayaking· · · · · · · · · · · ·36
Fishing· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·37-38
Mountain Biking· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 39-40
Road Biking· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 41
Derek Graham places 3rd in a skateboard competition at Truckee Skate Park.

Golfing· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 42-43
~ Photo by Rodger DeVore
Camping
The Stampede/Boca Reservoir areas are located along the Little
Truckee River. Take the Boca-Hirschdale exit off Interstate 80,
seven miles east of Truckee.
Overnight camping permitted only in developed campgrounds or
designated camping areas. Activities include fishing, boating,
camping, hiking, picnicking and hunting in season. Normal
season is June through October.
Reservations for all area campsites are available through Reserve
U.S.A. 1-877-444-6777, www.reserveusa.com. No reservations
are required for Boca and Prosser Reservoir campsites.
For more information, call the Truckee Ranger District
at 530-587-3558.
Reflection on Lola Montez Lake. ~ Photo by Peg Friesen
Boca Reservoir Stampede campsites, tables, fi re rings faciLities: 10 tent camping units,
and BBQs, fi rewood is scarce, vault toilets, water is available
Boca Campground Reservoir recirculating toilets. from the creek (purify before
Location: On the southwest shore drinking), limited space available
of Boca Reservoir.
Logger Campground Attractions: Three-lane boat
for small camp trailers.
Location: On the south side of launching ramp, vista point/
faciLities: 20 campsites, partially picnic area, trailer dump station. This camping area is free and and
Stampede Reservoir one mile
developed campground, limited no reservations are required.
west of Stampede Dam.
space available for camp trailers,
faciLities: 252 tent or trailer Captain Roberts
lake water source (purify before
campsites, several multi-family Boat Ramp Lakeside Campground
drinking), portable toilets, Location: On the south side of
campsites, piped water, wheel- (no reservations)
concrete boat ramp north of the Prosser Reservoir.
chair accessible, vault and chemical Location: Two miles west of
campground. Check for availability faciLities: Tent or trailer camp sites,
vault toilets, concrete boat Stampede Dam.
of boat ramps; not in use in low vault toilets, piped water.
launching ramp, one mile west. faciLities: Multi-lane concrete boat
water years.
ramp, parking area, vault toilets;
Davies Creek Prosser Reservoir
Boca Rest $4 day use.
Location: Approximately three
Campground Campground miles north of Truckee off Hwy
Location: Approximately a quarter 89 to the east. Paved road access.
Location: On the northeast shore
of Boca Reservoir, two miles of a mile off a dirt road on the
north side of Stampede Reservoir.
Highway 89 North activities: Include fi shing,
north of the dam. camping, hiking, swimming
faciLities: 7 tent campsites, can This portion of Hwy 89 extends
faciLities: 25 tent or trailer and picnicking.
accommodate horse trailers, one from Sierraville and the national
campsites, piped water, vault forest boundary, 24 miles south to
toilets, hand-off boat launching. pit vaulted toilet.
Truckee and I-80. These sites are
Prosser Ranch
This camping area is free and no adjacent to Hwy 89 unless stated Campground
Boca Springs reservations are required. otherwise. Location: On the south side of the
Campground No services; pack in, pack out.
Activities include fi shing, camping, reservoir.
Location: Near Boca Reservoir. faciLities: Tent or trailer camp sites,
faciLities: Horses OK, piped water.
Emigrant hiking, swimming, picnicking
vault toilets, piped water.
and hunting in season. Supplies
Vault toilets, group campsite. Group Camp are available at Sierraville or
Location: On the southeast shore Truckee. Normal use season is Cottonwood
Boyington Mill of Stampede Reservoir, eight June through October. Overnight Campground
Campground miles from the Boca Dam and camping is permitted only in Location: On Cottonwood Creek,
one-half mile west of the Stampede developed campgrounds. 4.5 miles southeast of Sierraville.
Location: On the Little Truckee
Dam. This group camp is faciLities: 24 trailer units and 21
River, four miles north of the
Boca Dam.
available by reservation only. Sagehen Campground tent camping units, vaulted
Wheelchair accessible. Location: On Sagehen Creek, two toilets, piped water.
faciLities: 12 tent or trailer camp-
faciLities: Two 25-person miles west of Hwy 89 and nine
sites, river water source (purify
campsites, two 50-person miles north of Truckee.
before drinking), vault toilets.
Camping
Cold Creek space, vault toilets, piped water. Granite Flat Jackson Meadows/
Campground Lower Little Truckee Campground Meadow Lake
Location: On Cold Stream, fi ve Location: Approximately one mile
miles southeast of Sierraville. Campground south of Truckee. Located off Hwy 89 north of
faciLities: 10 camping units, vault Location: On the Little Truckee faciLities: 75 camping or trailer Truckee approximately 10 miles
toilets, piped water, space River, eight miles southeast sites wheelchair accessible, water west of Hwy 89. Trailer dump sta-
available for small camp trailers. of Sierraville. available, vault toilets. tion available. Activities include
faciLities: 15 units with trailer fi shing, camping, hiking, swim-
Bear Valley space, vault toilets, piped water. Goose Meadows ming, picnicking, and hunting in
season. Several campgrounds in
Campground Campground the area. Non-paved road access.
Location: On the Lemon Canyon Location: Approximately three
Rd., eight miles east of Sierraville Highway 89 South miles south of Truckee.
at the head of Bear Valley Creek. faciLities: 25 camping or trailer
faciLities: 10 tent camping units,
Located along the Truckee River
corridor south of Truckee towards sites, wheelchairs not recommended, Other Local Areas
vault toilets, piped water, road Tahoe City. These sites are adjacent water available, vault toilets.
not recommended for trailers. to Hwy 89 unless stated other-
Basecamp Deli
wise. Activities include fi shing, Silver Creek & RV Park
Upper Little Truckee camping, hiking, swimming, and Campground faciLities: 50 full hook-ups, laundry
Campground picnicking. Supplies are available Location: Approximately fi ve miles room, restrooms, showers.
Location: On the Little Truckee in Truckee. Normal use season is south of Truckee. Meeting room up to 50 people.
River, seven miles southeast June through October. faciLities: 26 camping or trailer sites, Full service deli and convenience
of Sierraville. Overnight camping is permitted not recommended for wheelchairs, store. 1 mile to Boca Reservoir.
faciLities: 26 units with trailer only in developed campgrounds. water available, vault toilets. Swimming, fi shing and hiking.
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Coachland RV Park
Camping at a Glance
faciLities: 131 drive through sites,
no. of sites
full hook-ups, laundry room,
elevation
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propane fi lling station, vehicle
toilets
Water
TRUCKEE RANGER DISTRICT
fee
washing area, dump station, ice
dispenser and restrooms. 2,000 Boca 20 $13 no vault 5,605’
sq. ft. clubhouse is decorated in Boca-rest 25 $13 yes vault 5,605’
authentic mountain style and is Boca spring 17 $13 yes vault 5,605’ horses permitted
the favorite gathering place for
Boyington mill 12 $13 yes vault 5,680’
bingo games, craft classes, and a
variety of other social events. Logger * 252 $16 yes vault 5,949’ rv dump $5
davies creek 7 free no vault 6,000’ horses permitted
Donner Memorial emigrant Group ** 2-25 $78 yes vault 5,949’ reservation only
State Park emigrant Group ** 2-50 $152 yes vault 5.949’ reservation only
faciLities: 154 sites and a day-use HIGHWAY 89 NORTH
area along the lake. Boating, fi shing,
sagehen 10 free no vault 6,480’
hiking trails, nature trails, picnic
area, restrooms, showers (pay), Lakeside 30 $13 no vault 5,741’
swimming, Visitors Center. Prosser 29 $13 no vault 5,830’
Reservations can be made up to 7 Prosser ranch Group ** 1-50 $103 no vault 6,000’ reservation only
months in advance. Check in any
HIGHWAY 89 SOUTH
time after 2pm on the reservation
start date. Campsite assignments Granite flat * 75 $15 yes vault 5,920’
are made upon your arrival. Goose meadow * 25 $13 yes vault 6,068’
silver creek * 26 $13 yes vault 6,068’
Martis Creek Lake
JACKSON MEADOWS
Recreation Area — Pass creek * 30 $18 off flush/vault 6,100’
Alpine Meadows Pass creek annex 6 $18 nearby 6,100’
Campground east meadow * 46 $18 flush 6,100’
faciLities: Trout fi shing (catch and Woodcamp * 20 $18 flush/vault 6,100’
release), canoeing/kayaking, hiking, findley * 14 $18 flush 6,200’
biking, wildlife viewing. 25 fir top * 12 $18 flush 6,200’
campsites on a fi rst come, fi rst
aspen Group * 2-25 $65 Piped flush 6,200’
serve basis. Campsites have a RV
parking space, picnic table, tent aspen Group * 1-50 $115 Piped flush 6,200’
pad(s), fi re-ring, and a barbecue silver tip Group * 2-25 $65 Piped flush 6,100’
grill. Water faucets and vault Little Laiser meadow horse camp 10 $18 hand vault 6,100’
restrooms with running water. Jackson Point 12 free none vault 6,100’ Boat in only
No electricity available.
HIGHWAY 89/49 CORRIDOR
Tahoe Donner — Alder cottonwood * 24 $15 Piped vault 5,600’
Creek Campground cold creek * 10 $15 Piped vault 5,800’
faciLities: RV sites with electric Bear valley 10 free vault 5,800’
and water, tent campsites, fi re upper Little truckee * 26 $15 vault 6,100’
rings, fl ush toilets, hot showers, Lower Little truckee * 15 $15 Piped vault 6,000’
group area, barbecues, laundry, yuba Pass * 20 $18 vault 6,700’
RV dump station, horseshoes,
sandbox, ping-pong, badminton, MEADOW LAKE AREA
volleyball, nearby hiking trails. meadow Lake 15 free none vault 7,400’
shoreline 10 free none nearby 7,400’
ohv/trailhead Group site 2-25 free none vault 7,500’
OTHER LOCAL AREAS
Base camp deli & rv Park 530-587-8282 50 $39 flush
coachland rv Park 530-587-3071 www.coachlandrvpark.com
donner memorial state Park * 154 varies yes flush 5800’
martis creek - alpine meadows campground 25 $12 yes vault 5800’
tahoe donner - alder creek campground 530-587-9400 www.tahoedonner.com
* call for reservations 1-877-444-6777 or go online: www.reserveusa.com. all other sites are first-come first-serve.
** available by reservation only. fees may vary, please confirm with: www.fs.fed.us.
Hiking
Tahoe National Forest is located in California in the North Central Sierra
Nevada Range, between Lake Tahoe on the east, and the Sacramento Valley on the
west. The land rises from an elevation of 1,500 feet in the west where the land is
characterized by steep walled river canyons, to 9,400 feet to rugged rolling ridges
at the Sierra Crest on the east. The forest contains abundant and varied natural
resources and provides countless opportunities for your enjoyment as a forest visitor.
Horseback riders, pack trains, hunters and hikers have been using trails in the
Tahoe National Forest since the turn of the century.
Special Note about the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT): Congress
established the PCT on October 2, 1968 with passage of the National Trail
System Act. The PCT runs for 2,500 miles generally following mountain divides
from Mexico to Canada, through California, Oregon, and Washington. Mechanized
and motorized equipment is prohibited, this includes motorcycles and bicycles. Hiking Tinker’s Knob, Truckee. ~ Photo by Olof Carmel
Donner Access: Take the Soda Springs

exit off I-80. On the north side of
past this gate is a 180 degree bend
of the Union Pacifi c Railroad.
there is no parking permitted in
this area.
Summit Area the freeway follow the paved road This is the end of the road. Do
east past the fi re station for 0.3 not attempt to cross the railroad Palisade Creek Trail
Glacier Meadow mile to the parking area. tracks with a vehicle. The parking miLeaGe: 7 miles to American River
area and fi rst three miles of trail difficuLty: Very diffi cult
Loop Trail Mt. Judah Loop Trail are located on private property. use LeveL: Moderate
miLeaGe: 0.5 mile loop miLeaGe: 4.5 miles round trip Please remain on designated roads toPoGraPhic maP: Soda Springs,
difficuLty: Very easy difficuLty: Moderate and trail sections, and respect the Royal Gorge
use LeveL: Very heavy use LeveL: Heavy landowner’s property rights. access: Take the Soda Springs/
toPoGraPhic maP: Norden toPoGraPhic maP: Norden Norden exit off I-80 and follow
access: Unattended parking is not access: The Mt. Judah loop trail is Painted Rock Trail Old Hwy 40 east for 0.8 mile to
permitted at the I-80 rest areas accessed off the Pacifi c Crest Trail miLeaGe: 6.0 to the Pacifi c Crest Soda Springs Rd. Turn south and
on Donner Summit. To access the south of old Hwy 40. Trail follow the road for another 0.8
trails in the Donner Summit area difficuLty: Diffi cult mile to Pahatsi Rd., which will
From Hwy 40, east of Donner Ski
there is a Forest Service trailhead, use LeveL: Very light be on your right. Pahatsi Rd.
Ranch, turn onto the road before
with restrooms and water. To toPoGraPhic maP: Granite Chief, will be paved for about 0.2 mile.
Alpine Skills Institute and begin
reach the trailhead take the Castle Tahoe City When it turns into a dirt road the
the hike on the Pacifi c Crest Trail
Peak Area/Boreal Ridge Rd. exit. access: 90% of this trail is on name will change to Kidd Lakes
heading south.
On the south side of the highway private land. There is no parking Rd. Follow the dirt road for 1.5
there is a sign reading: Tahoe Coldstream Trail available in the vicinity of “The miles to where it forks. Do not
National Forest Trailhead, Donner Cedars” or the trailhead. The take the road to Palisade Lake/
Summit, Pacifi c Crest Trail. miLeaGe: 6.0 miles
difficuLty: Diffi cult trail can only be used if hikers are Camp Winther, but continue
Follow the directions on the sign use LeveL: Light dropped off at the trailhead. straight ahead for 2.5 miles (you
turning east for 0.4 mile to the toPoGraPhic maP: Norden, will pass Kidd Lake on your left).
Take the Soda Springs/Norden exit
trailhead. This trailhead provides Granite Chief. Motorized vehicles The trailhead is on the north side
off I-80. Drive east on Old Hwy 40
access to the following trails: are not permitted on any of these of Cascade Lakes.
for 0.8 mile. Turn south on Soda
Pacifi c Crest Trail, north and trails. Campfire permits required. Springs Rd. and follow it past Ice
south; Glacier Meadow Loop access: From I-80 take the Truckee/ Lakes (Serene Lakes) to where the
Pacific Crest Trail
(15E32); Summit Lake (15E09); Donner State Park exit, which pavement ends. Follow the unpaved (PCT) South of Hwy
Warren Lake (14E24); and Sand is west of Truckee. Drive to the
Ridge Lake (14E11). “76” gas station and follow the
road south 4.1 miles to where it I-80 to Mt. Judah
forks. Take the left fork, which
paved road for 0.4 mile to where miLeaGe: 6.0 miles one way
crosses Onion Creek and passes
Lower Lola Montez the pavement ends and the road some homes in The Cedars.
difficuLty: Diffi cult
use LeveL: Heavy
Lake Trail forks. Take the left fork (the gate
should be unlocked), and drive 0.1 The road makes a 90 degree bend toPoGraPhic maP: Norden
Mileage: 3.0 miles 2.5 miles past the fork. There access: See Glacier Meadow Loop
mile to another fork in the road
Diffi culty: Easy is a private road which joins the Trail. Follow the directions on
— take the right fork. There is
Use Level: Light main road at this bend. This is the sign turning east for 0.4 mile
another gate to drive through 0.4
Topographic Map: Soda Springs the actual trailhead. As indicated, to the trailhead. To reduce the
miles down this road. Three miles
Hiking
hike by 3.5 miles, the PCT can be difficuLty: Very diffi cult
accessed off Hwy 40 just beyond use LeveL: Very light
Donner Ski Ranch. toPoGraPhic maP: Norden,
Independence
Sand Ridge Lake Trail access: See Glacier Meadow Loop
Via PCT Trail. Follow the directions on
the sign turning east for 0.4 mile
miLeaGe: 6.0 miles one way to the trailhead. This trailhead
difficuLty: Moderate provides access to the following
use LeveL: Heavy trails: Pacifi c Crest Trail, north
toPoGraPhic maP: Soda Springs, and south; Glacier Meadow Loop
Webber Peak (15E32); Summit Lake (15E09);
access: See Glacier Meadow Loop Warren Lake (14E24); and Sand
Trail. Follow the directions on the Ridge Lake (14E11).
sign turning east for 0.4 mile to
Sage Hen Creek off of Hwy 89 north in the late summer. ~ Photo by Laurie Scheibner
the trailhead. Hole in the
Summit Lake Trail Ground Trail Prosser, Boca, across from road 780-12.
The trail can also be accessed
miLeaGe: 2 miles one way miLeaGe: 7.8 miles one way Stampede Area near the Stampede Reservoir.
difficuLty: Easy difficuLty: Moderate for hikers, (Trail is relatively new and may not
use LeveL: Heavy diffi cult for bicyclists Commemorative be shown on all maps.)
toPoGraPhic maP: Norden use LeveL: Moderate
access: See Glacier Meadow toPoGraPhic maP: Norden, Emigrant Trail A Trio of
Independence Lake, Soda Springs, miLeaGe: 15 miles one way
Loop Trail. Follow the directions
on the sign turning east for 0.4 Webber Peak difficuLty: Moderate Our Favorites
mile to the trailhead. This trailhead access: Take I-80 to the Castle use LeveL: Moderate
provides access to the following Peak exit. Head north on the toPoGraPhic maP: Hobart Mills, Best Place for a Dip
trails: Pacifi c Crest Trail, north Castle Peak road approximately Truckee Five Lakes
and south; Glacier Meadow Loop 1.5 miles. High clearance vehicles access: From I-80, take Hwy 89
miLeaGe: 3 miles one way
(15E32); Summit Lake (15E09); are recommended on this road. North approximately 2.3 miles
Warren Lake (14E24); and Sand The trail starts on the left (west) to County Rd. 780 (Alder Creek This is one of the best, and most
Ridge Lake (14E11). side of the road. The trail can Trail Rd.). Turn left (west) on 780 popular, swimming holes in the
also be accessed at the Lower Lola and proceed for approximately 3 North Shore/Truckee area. The
Warren Lake Trail Montez Lake trailhead. miles on the road. The trail starts steep hike up a canyon next to
miLeaGe: 7 miles one way on the south side of road 780 Alpine Meadows Ski Area only
makes you long to jump into a
cool mountain lake even more.
This is a refreshing lake. It is
warmer than Lake Tahoe, but cold
enough to get your blood fl owing.
Don’t forget your swimming suit
for this one.
The trail head is on the right side
of Alpine Meadows Rd., fairly
close to the ski area. Just look
for all the cars on the side of the
road and you know you are there.
There is also a trail head sign.
The cars may be an easy indication
of the trail head, but they are also
an indication of the amount of
people you’ll fi nd on this trail.
This is a fun hike for picnicking
and swimming, but don’t look for
solitude or silence.
Castle Peak from the bottom of the road up. ~ Photo by Laurie Scheibner
Hiking Hiking Trails at a Glance
Walk/hike
motorbike
horse
Bike
Pct = Pacific crest trail
donner Lake rim trail • • •
The Challenge one, Upper Loch Leven Lake, is Granite chief, squaw valley • •
two miles away while High Loch
Pacific Crest Trail, Leven Lake is three and a half
Glacier meadow Loop trail •
Lower Lola montez Lake trail •
Donner Summit to miles away. This trail is not as
crowded as Five Lakes, but just as mt Judah Loop trail •
Squaw Valley pretty and has plenty of swimming coldstream trail • •
miLeaGe: 15 miles one way opportunities at the end. There Painted rock trail • •
Some of the most spectacular views is a rock in the fi rst lake to wade
out to and have a picnic, while Palisade creek trail •
around Truckee can be seen from
this trail, but make sure you’re a the swimming is good at the far Pct, south of hwy i-80 to mt. Judah •
hardy hiker before you try it. end of the second lake. sand ridge Lake trail via Pct • •
The windswept ridges of the
Sierra Crest will take you from
Hiking Resources summit Lake trail
Warren Lake trail
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Donner Summit’s Old Hwy 40 to California State Parks hole in the Ground trail • •
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Pacifi c Crest Trail. That trailhead Pct, Barker Pass to twin Peaks • •
can be found left of Old Hwy 40 USDA — Forest Service
Pct, south of Barker Pass to richardson Lake • •
after driving four miles west from Truckee Ranger District
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Geocaching
Cache Types
Micro: May be as small
as the head of a large bolt
or as large as a fi lm canister.
Small: Typically the
size of an Altoids mints
can or a small Tupperware
container.
Regular: A plastic
container, an “ammo can”
(surplus military ammuni-
tions container) or some
other creative container.
Earth Cache: Seeks to
teach about local geology
or natural features.
Webcam: Require the
fi nder to have somebody
else capture their photo on
a local webcam.
Virtual: No localized
cache container. Require
the fi nder to either
On the top of Boca. Scott Scheibner and Kiersten Ridgel at a geocache on Boca Hill. Geocaching is an
photograph themselves
up-and-coming activity and provides a lot of good hikes in the Truckee area. ~ Photo by Laurie Scheibner at the location or answer
questions only obtainable
By Laurie Scheibner found, a cacher claims a fi nd by bikers and families to learn about onsite.
both signing the cache logbook and enjoy Truckee’s Legacy Trail
For those who are familiar with Puzzle: Finder must
and then logging the fi nd online along the Truckee River east of
handheld GPS systems, geocaching solve clues to get the real
for that cache. Truckee.
may be a familiar hobby as well. coordinates rather than
For you “muggles” out there, Caching is an international There are different types of those posted online.
geocaching is a world-wide game pursuit with caches hidden in caches, and a rating system to
where players hide “caches”, or many other countries and all 50 indicate terrain diffi culty and Multi: Cacher must fi nd
containers with a minimum of of the United States. Several of diffi culty of fi nding the cache at intermediate points with
a sign-in log book and possibly the Truckee caches seek to show the actual location. A 1 terrain further clues in order to
tradable items. tourists the local sites or favorite rating, for example, indicates that fi nd the actual cache.
haunts, including a few within the cache is wheelchair accessible.
One can become a geocacher on
the town limits. Many caches are A 4 or 5 diffi culty rating would
www.geocaching.com or its sister
within a beautiful hike or ski of a indicate a very tricky hiding place
sites in other countries. General
local roadway and invite cachers or a really creative camoufl aged
membership is free, although
to enjoy local trail systems. container. There are also indi-
some additional features are
cators online for dog-friendly,
available to upgraded paying Here in the Truckee area, one can
bike-friendly and family-friendly
members. fi nd several types of caches. Some
caches, and ones that are accessible
caches have themes, like Sierra
The geocaching website allows in the dark or the snow.
Marbles near the intersection of
members to identify caches or
I-80 and Hwy 20 that is reserved Come enjoy geocaching as an
“hides” in their local area or
for trading marbles. Many have added adventure to your Truckee
one they wish to visit. Then the
an interesting local point of interest experience. There are many caches
member can collect the GPS
with a name to match like in the Truckee Tahoe Basin to
coordinates for the caches, read
Donner Party of Five. The Legacy lure you out to explore this Sierra
about any special conditions or Official geocache on top of Boca Bench,
Trail series seeks to invite walkers, paradise.
clues, and begin the hunt. Once Truckee. ~ Photo by Laurie Scheibner
Wildlife Flora and Fauna in the Truckee Area
White racoon in tree at Donner Lake. ~ Photo by Lorea Beshears Columbines on Mt. Judah, Sugar Bowl. ~ Photo by Michael Monroe
Corn lillies in Euer Valley. ~ Photo by Olof Carmel
This is yet another attempt to discover a squirrel proof birdfeeder.

~ Photo by
Mary Serrano
Berries down by Donner Lake in early

October snowstorm while all the autumn
color is still in place. ~ Photo by Mary Serrano
Osprey with fresh catch from Boca. Fishing is best if you

can fly. ~ Photo by Mike Spaulding
Indian Paintbrush near Donner Summit.
~ Photo by Jeff Sullivan
River Rafting & Kayaking
Explore the Truckee area from the water by spending a day rafting and people can self navigate the beginning, Class I section of the
or kayaking the Truckee River. Perfect for beginner and novice river from Tahoe City to River Ranch.
river rafters, the Truckee River is the only outlet from Lake Tahoe
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Visitors looking for more of an
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will explain maneuvering and
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paddling skills and help steer the
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Tributary river guide Pat Beatty negotiates a roaring rapid on the Truckee River.
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Fishing
Truckee offers great opportunities
for anglers with some of the
best fishing in the Sierra. The
variety of lakes and streams
gives the angler many choices
and makes this region one of the
most popular fishing destinations
in California.
A variety of methods can be used
to catch the fish in Truckee. In
the streams, one can bait-fish,
spin-fish or fly-fish. The species
of fish found in our streams
include Rainbow, Brown, Brook
and Golden Trout. Mountain Truckee River from West River St. in autumn. ~ Photo by Marilyn Crang
Whitefish are also caught in

some of our local streams. depths that they typically inhabit. Second, guides know how to fish
In lakes, anglers can bait-fish from boat or shore, spin-fish and their home waters, and can locate the fish for you. This translates
troll. Fish found in lakes include the same species found in into a better chance of a successful fishing trip.
streams. In addition, one may also find Mackinaw (lake trout) A valid California fishing license is required for those persons
and Kokanee (salmon) in our regional lakes. 16 years and older.
If fishing for Mackinaw, it is advisable to obtain the services of a Many of Truckee’s local waters have some restriction or some form of
licensed guide. This is important for two reasons. First, because of special regulations. It is up to the angler to read the California Sport
the specialized gear that is necessary to go after these fish and the Fishing Regulations prior to fishing in any of our local waters.
Truckee River From Trout Creek to Stateline, tackLe/Bait: * Worms, eggs, small Jackson,
open year round.** spinners, fl ies. **Zero kill, no bait
Location: From Lake Tahoe to
Best catch: Rainbow, Brown Trout. and barbless hooks. Independence
Trout Creek, seasonal from last
Saturday in April to Nov. 15.* access: Short walk from highway, and Webber Lakes
some parking problems. Donner Lake Location: From Hwy 89 north, take
Location: West Truckee. Webber, Independence, Jackson
Best catch: Rainbow, Brown Trout, turnoff left.
Mackinaw, Kokanee. Best catch: Rainbow
access: Paved road. access: Limited certain times of
tackLe/Bait: Worms, eggs, small year. Slow driving on road to
spinners, fl ies, trolling: both Bowman.
toplining and deeplining for tackLe/Bait: Worms, eggs, small
Mackinaw. spinners, fl ies. (Cutthroat Trout
shall be immediately released. Special
Martis Creek regulations apply.)
Reservoir
Location: Off Hwy 267 south of Boca Reservoir
Truckee. Location: Hirschdale exit left, east
Best catch: Catch-and-release only of Truckee on I-80.
Rainbow, Brown Trout. Best catch: Rainbow, Brown Trout,
access: Maintained dirt road. Kokanee.
tackLe/Bait: Artifi cial lures or fl ies Access: Paved road.
with barbless hooks. tackLe/Bait: Worms, eggs, small
Jherico Earl,Travis Williams and Brandon Williams hold up Rainbow Trout caught from spinners, trolling.
Boca Reservoir with fishing guide Mike Ruth (not shown). ~ Photo by Bonnie Ames-Williams
Stampede Reservoir
Location: Continue past Boca
Reservoir to Stampede Dam.
Best Catch: Rainbow,
Brown Trout, Kokanee.
Access: Paved road.
Tackle/Bait: Worms, eggs, small
spinners, trolling.
Lake Tahoe
Rite Aid
Shore Fishing 11230 Donner Pass Rd.
Locations: Dollar Point, Crystal Bay 530-587-7592
Point, Sand Harbor, Cave Rock,
West Shore below Tahoe City. The California Fish and Game
Best Catch: Rainbow, Brown Trout. web site lists fishing license sales
Access: Some parking problems. locations and fishing regulations:
Tackle/Bait: Worms, eggs, small www.dfg.ca.gov/fishing/
spinners.
Fishing
Lake Tahoe Charter Guide Services
Fishing Divided Sky Flyfishing
Locations: Numerous charter fishing Doug Childers
operators work out of North Lake 530-412-2988
Tahoe locations. Check the phone
book for more information. Four Seasons Fly Fishing
Best Catch: Mackinaw, Rainbow, Brian Slusser
Kokanee. 530-550-9780
Access: Reservations only for The Leader Guide Service
morning and evening trips. John Roberts
Tackle/Bait: Provided by service only. 530-582-8547
Spooner Lake Reel Magic Sportfishing
Location: Off Hwy 28 near 530-587-6027
junction of Hwy 50. Sierra Anglers Guide Service
Best Catch: Rainbow, catch-and- Keith Kerrigan
release only, Brown, Brook Trout. 530-582-5689
Access: Short walk from parking lot.
Tackle/Bait: Flies, single-hook lures. Stillwater Guide Service
Fly Fishing Excursions
Fishing Licenses Chris Wharton
888-867-2127
Bud’s Sporting
Goods and Fountain Thy Rod & Staff Fly Fishing &
10108 Donner Pass Rd. The Reel School of Fly Fishing
530-587-3177 Frank Pisciotta
530-587-7333
Longs Drugs
11411 Deerfield Dr. Tightlines Fishing Guide
530-587-5770 Rick and Tresa Kennedy
530-273-1986
Mountain Hardware
and Sports Truckee River Outfitters
11320 Donner Pass Rd. Andy Burk
530-587-4844 775-825-3474
Mountain Biking
Get dirty this Summer!
Exploring Truckee and the
North Shore by mountain bike
delivers an athletic adventure
and the chance to take in some
of the area’s most picturesque
geography. A buddy, a map,
basic tools, a pump and spare
tube, and ample water are
always good company. Being
well prepared betters the odds
for a fun-filled ride. Learn
more about wilderness safety
at www.tahoe.com and stop
by any of the bike shops listed
below for equipment and
expert advice.
Tyler West rolls through a sea of boulders on a technical trail in Truckee. ~ Photo by Seth Lightcap
Truckee River never lacking in features. A couple From: www.cyclepaths.com and climb to the fi rst fork in the
of short climbs separate several This portion of the Tahoe Rim road, turn right. Continue up and
Bike Path great sections of undulating terrain. Trail (TRT) offers spectacular look for a single track to the right
For a paved, more leisurely alterna- traiLhead: From Truckee, head 5 views of Lake Tahoe and some which brings you back down to
tive to cruising Tahoe and Truckee miles north on Hwy 89 until you awesome technical singletrack. the top of the Western States Trail.
on two wheels, consider the Truckee cross the Prosser Creek Bridge. Starting at 7200’, the trail drops For the climb of your life, go left
River bike path or traverse the Park in the dirt lot on the right. off towards Lake Tahoe with at the top of Western States Trail
bike path along the north and west From here, the Emigrant Trail a mild 2 mile descent, then a and right at the second fork. The
shores of the lake. Be sure to bring dead ends at Stampede Reservoir, moderately steep climb for 3 Wall awaits, as does the Rim Trail
a towel and bathing suit. 10 miles north. miles toward Watson Lake. A fl at to the east or west.
distance: 19 miles round-trip to section around the lake turns to
Northstar-at-Tahoe™ Stampede Reservoir one of the most picturesque, and
Trailhead: Right off Hwy 89,
approximately 11 miles south
For the roughest, rowdiest sampling ride time: 2-3 hours technical, descents to be found
of Truckee and 5 miles north of
of Truckee’s mountain biking, anywhere in the Lake Tahoe
Tahoe City. Halfway between the
head to Northstar, rent protective Fiberboard Freeway Basin. A little more climbing
entrances to Squaw Valley and
gear and a bike designed for — Watson Lake leads to another fun rolling
Alpine Meadows on Hwy 89,
aggressive downhill riding. Buy descent, then up again to Painted
From: www.cyclepaths.com look for a bridge with pullouts on
a lift ticket and let ’er rip. Rock, and along the ridge and the
This popular day trip for novice either side. Parking on the southern/
clinking shale of Glass Mountain.
riders features great scenic views Tahoe City side is best. Trail
The ride ends with a technical 4
of Lake Tahoe, short side trip to starts under the bridge and heads
Beginner Watson Lake, and mellow climbs
mile descent to town, then a 2
mile cruise down the bike path.
up east side of the river.
and descents on the partly paved, distance: 4 miles roundtrip on
distance: 18 miles
Emigrant Trail partly graded dirt road known locally Western States Trail
A rolling trail with moderate, as the “Fiberboard Freeway.” Western States Trail ride time: 1-2 hours
intermittent climbs distance: 15 miles
A North Tahoe classic, straight
The rolling hills and fl atlands up — pun intended
that make up the Prosser Creek Warm up on the bike path before Expert
and Stampede Reservoirs are
Intermediate climbing up and away from the
home to long, easy going trails
that can be as vigorous or as
Truckee River on this relentless Hole in the Ground
leisurely as you like. The trail is
Brockway Summit string of switchbacks. At the trail’s A challenging loop
end, if you want more, turn left
smooth for the most part but Tahoe Rim Trail atop Donner Pass
Mountain Biking
Competitor of a cross-country mountain bike race at Northstar-at-Tahoe™. ~ Photo by Emma Garrard Lupine along the train near Sugar Bowl.
~ Photo by Michael Monroe
A tough climb to start, then the of the Tahoe Rim Trail from this
Truckee - Tahoe’s Hometown Lender trail descends into the lower Castle northeast corner of the lake and
Creek Valley where it twists and take in the dramatic views down
turns as often as it rolls up or to the Carson Valley and back to
P rofessional • D eDicateD down. Swim at Lake Lola before the Tahoe basin.
K nowleDgeable fi nishing the last third of the ride.
To make a loop of this is a strenuous,
note: The trail leaves you at Soda
all-day ride with some tricky
Springs. You need to cross the
sections of singletrack heading up
highway and head east up old Hwy
toward Marlette Peak. From the
40. About a mile and a half up look
peak, turn-around to complete a
for a dirt road to the left (Snow Lab)
solid out-and-back ride or, drop
that will take you through Auburn
into Marlette Lake and traverse
Ski Club/Boreal. Go under I-80
the shoreline to make your return
and back to trailhead.
trip along the infamous Flume
traiLhead: From Truckee, head up
Trail. Climb back up to the Rim
I-80 west to the Boreal Ridge exit.
Trail at Tunnel Creek Rd.
Make a right at the bottom of the
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of local lending experience. Crest Trail, follow the primary Spooner Lake campground (5
singletrack the rest of the way. miles south of Marlette Lake).
distance: 17 miles note: Rim Trail from Tahoe
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Road Biking
The Truckee Donner area with
lofty views of granite peaks,
vibrant green pine trees set
against crystal clear blue skies
is a spectacular place to bike.
Whether you’re looking for an
easy pace and great views on
a paved road or tackling the
many great mountain biking
trails, Truckee’s a great
jumping-off point for your
adventure. Some off-road routes
go through private land, but
they are open to the public. The
Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is
prominent in the area and is
closed to mountain bikers.
Tour de Nez bike race downtown Truckee. ~ Photo by Keith Sheffield
Truckee River Donner Summit

Bike Path difficuLty: Intermediate-advanced
Get your heart pumping with a
miLeaGe: 4.5 miles, one-way
classic Truckee cardio-workout by
difficuLty: Easy
climbing up Old Hwy 40 from
If you’re looking for an easy pace
Donner Lake to Donner Summit.
and great views, try the Truckee
Cross over the photographic
River Bike Path. Running from
Rainbow Bridge with incredible
Squaw Valley to Tahoe City, this
views of Donner Lake. If you
4.5 mile, two-way trail is popular
need a break, stop at the rest area
with runners, rollerbladers and
where interpretive signage details
people walking with baby
the history of Hwy 40.
strollers and dogs, so don’t expect
to get up a lot of speed on a
sunny Saturday. Still, the views
are spectacular.
Tour de Fat, Truckee River Regional Park. ~ Photo by Roger Burns
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11200-6 Donner Pass Road, in the
Gateway/Safeway Center, Truckee
530-587-5561
www.pacosxc.com Tyler Wright. Photo by Mark Nadell.
Golfing
Coyote Moon Graeagle Meadows Incline Village, NV 530-562-2490
888-236-8725 www.northstarattahoe.com
10685 Northwoods Blvd. Golf Course www.golfincline.com Inspiring mountain and meadow
Truckee, CA 6934 Hwy 89, Graeagle, CA With spectacular green sites and views compliment this Robert
530-587-0886 530-836-2323 contours, the Mountain Course Muir Graves championship course.
www.coyotemoongolfcourse.com www.playgraeagle.com demands more accuracy than Wide-open, links style play
In a tranquil mountain setting Challenging 18-hole championship distance. “Shot making” skills are characterizes the front side while
above 6,300 feet, Coyote Moon is golf course along the scenic necessary to navigate the terrain. shotmaking is a premium on the
a majestic mountain masterpiece Feather River surrounded by the A tribute to designer, Robert back with its narrow, tree-lined
designed by former PGA player spectacular beauty of the Sierra. Trent Jones Jr., the mountainous fairways, creeks, ponds and small
Brad Bell. The course is 250 Wide open and well established, 18 hole course features challenging greens. The 6,897 yards play
secluded acres of rolling hills Graeagle Meadows Golf Course par 3s averaging over 150 yards tough with water on 15 holes and
framed by towering Ponderosa has a reputation for being one of and par 4s that challenge even the numerous well placed traps.
pines without a homesite or the best in Northern California. most profi cient golfer.
structure to spoil the view. The
course cascades over a beautiful Old Brockway
Sierra ridgeline, meandering among
Incline Village Incline Village Golf Course
daunting granite bluffs and around Mountain Course Championship 7900 North Lake Blvd.
and across crystal clear Trout Creek. 690 Wilson Wy. Golf Course Kings Beach, CA
530-546-9909
955 Fairway Blvd.
www.oldbrockway.com
Incline Village, NV
775-832-1146 This North Lake Tahoe golf
Located in a sprawling mountain course was built in 1924 by
Harry Comstock. Old Brockway
setting, this par 72 golf course
meanders through towering Jeffrey
stretches more than 6,900 yards
from the blue tees, which carries a pines with views of majestic
course rating of 72.2 with a slope mountains and Lake Tahoe. The
of 133. The Championship course charm and character of the old
Brockway remains the same today,
was built in 1965 under the
much as it did in the 1920s and
direction of the America’s most
1930s. In 1934, Old Brockway
prolifi c golf course architect.
was the home of the fi rst Bing
Northstar-at-Tahoe ™ Crosby Golf Tournament.
129 Basque Dr. Old Greenwood
Truckee, CA
Off I-80 at Overland Tr.
Exit #190, Truckee, CA
530-550-0844
www.oldgreenwood.com
Golf Courses at a Glance
restaurant
snack Bar
With Old Greenwood’s tranquil,

yardage
rating
range
holes
natural setting, only one person was

Bar
Par
considered when it came to designing

coyote moon 530-587-0886 72 7177 73.2 18 • • •
the golf course at Old Greenwood:
Graeagle meadows Golf course 530-836-2323 72 6725 72.1 18 • • • • Jack Nicklaus. His attention to
incline village championship course 866-925-GoLf 72 7900 72.2 18 • • • • detail and emphasis on designing a
incline village mountain course 888-236-8725 58 3513 55 18 • • • course that works in harmony with
the natural landscape made him
northstar-at-tahoe™ 530-562-2490 72 6897 70.5 18 • • • • the perfect choice. Recently named
old Brockway Golf course 530-546-9909 36 3418 9 • • • • one of the Best Upscale Courses in
old Greenwood 530-550-0844 72 7518 18 • • • • America by Golf Digest, the golf
experience at Old Greenwood is
Plumas Pines Golf resort 530-836-1420 72 6504 71.3 18 • • • •
sure to rival that of other Nicklaus
resort at squaw creek 800-327-3353 71 6931 70.9 18 • • • • masterpieces.
tahoe city Golf course 530-583-1516 33 2761 9 • • • •
tahoe donner 530-587-9440 72 6917 72.4 18 • • • • Plumas Pines
Whitehawk ranch Golf club 800-332-4295 71 6950 72.4 18 • • • • Golf Resort
402 Poplar Valley Rd.
Graeagle, CA
530-836-1420 oldest course in the Tahoe basin,
www.plumaspinegolf.com the course is 5,261 yards.
As you approach the Plumas Pines
Golf Resort, glimpses of green Tahoe Donner
peek through the towering pine 11509 Northwoods Blvd.
trees, hinting at what is to come. Truckee, CA
A 1980 Homer Flint designed golf 530-587-9440
course, Plumas Pines Golf Resort www.tahoedonner.com
features 6,504 yards, par 72. Tahoe Donner’s 18-hole Cham-
pionship Golf Course is located
Resort at high in the Sierra. Cradled among
Squaw Creek the towering pines, the course’s
narrow fairways and numerous
400 Squaw Creek Rd.
creeks place a strict demand on
Olympic Valley, CA
800-327-3353 accuracy for a challenging and
www.squawcreek.com enjoyable round of golf. This
semi-private course was designed
Nestled below the granite peaks of by Roy Williams and Bill Bell Jr.
world famous Squaw Valley USA, and opened in 1975.
this Robert Trent Jones, Jr. design
demands accurate play. The par 71
championship links layout winds
Whitehawk Ranch
along the valley floor through and Golf Club
around wetlands, providing awesome 1137 Hwy 89, Clio, CA
vistas as well as a severe test of 800-332-4295
target golf. Resort at Squaw Creek www.golfwhitehawk.com
has received Audubon status as a Another natural beauty, the course
certified cooperative sanctuary and blends harmoniously with its
Golf Magazine mention as one of the spectacular surroundings. Streams
“Top Ten Courses You Can Play.” meander through magnificent
pines, cedars and aspens to create
Tahoe City ponds and waterfalls. Immaculate
Golf Course fairways are framed with native
251 North Lake Blvd. grasses, California poppies and
Tahoe City, CA blue lupine. Named “18th Best
530-583-1516 Course in California” by Golf
www.tcgc.com Digest and recently ranked the
11th Best Public Golf Course in
Enjoy a view of Lake Tahoe from
California by Golfweek magazine.
every hole at this nice course.
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Winter Recreation
Snowshoeing below Castle Peak. ~ Photo by Tracey Capan
Dai Shizuka imitates Mumble’s penguin slide from the movie Happy Feet.
~ Photo by Lauren Shearer
Skiers ride up on the Ellis Chair at Homewood Mountain Resort. Homewood

offers incredible views of Lake Tahoe. ~ Photo by Emma Garrard
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Cross Country Skiing · · · · · · · · · · · · ·48-49
Other Winter Activities · · · · · · · · · · 50-51
Dueling snowblowers, Glenshire, Truckee. ~ Photo by Barbara Sullivan
Skiing & Snowboarding
From new owners, new villages
and new lifts, ski resorts in
the Truckee-Tahoe area haven’t
remained static over the last
season. Alpine Meadows Ski
Resort was purchased by JMA
Ventures. And the San Francisco-
based company has big plans
for Homewood Mountain
Resort, the venerable West
Shore mountain.
A first for the ski resort known
more for its breathtaking views
of Lake Tahoe, tree skiing and
its stock of aging chairlifts was
the installation of a detachable,
high-speed lift. The high-tech
lift replaced an antiquated
four-person chair known as the
quad. The $4.5 million high-
speed chair is named the Old
Homewood Express.
Homewood isn’t the only resort
making significant changes and
improvements to their mountain
Elijah Teter competes in the 48Straight halfpipe competition at Squaw Valley USA. ~ Photo by Emma Garrard
infrastructure. Squaw Valley
replaced the chairlift at Shirley Alpine Meadows surface lift that is located in the Sierra Nevada, Donner Ski Ranch
Lake, which accesses 375 acres Snow Phone: 800-581-8347 beginner area. is a quaint resort that includes six
chair lifts, a small lake, a meadow
of intermediate terrain with 530-583-4232 Snow play has also been expanded
and a 40,000-square-foot lodge,
a high-speed six-pack. Squaw www.skialpine.com at Boreal to include a groomed
restaurant and lounge facility on
Alpine Meadows Ski Resort sledding facility along with mini-
also trenched the super-pipe in snowmobile rentals for children.
site. A small terrain park is now
continues to lay its claim to being in the works say new owners,
Central Park at Riviera with a local favorite with deep powder Marshall and Janet Tuttle.
snow-making equipment, which and steep terrain. Now featuring Diamond Peak
means the pipe will be accessible a new, high-speed detachable 775-831-3211 Homewood
quad chair lift in the Sherwood www.diamondpeak.com
from the first days of the season
Bowl area. A fi rst class family friendly ski resort
Mountain Resort
through the warmer days of that features perfectly groomed 530-525-2992
spring. Boreal runs, spectacular views of Lake www.skihomewood.com
Northstar added four new Mountain Resort Tahoe, and a professional staff and Homewood Mountain Resort
has something for everyone and
instructors. Various group options,
trails, bringing the resort’s 530-426-3666 is the only ski resort where you
races, team building competitions,
www.rideboreal.com private last tracks, events and a can ski from mountain peak to
total to 83 and increased its
In an effort to bring new skiers great no-hassle experience. Lake Tahoe’s shoreline. A diverse
accessible acreage to 2,490. and snowboarders to the resort and selection of expertly groomed and
Also, the Village-at-Northstar into the sport as a whole, Boreal is Donner Ski Ranch crafted slopes. Terrain parks with
is fully open, with new restaurants, committing itself to becoming an 530-426-3635 a full spectrum of rails, kickers,
All Mountain Terrain Park. and hits of various levels. Fun for
retail and a state-of-the-art www.donnerskiranch.com
Boreal has also added a new the whole family.
ice rink. One of the oldest ski areas in the
Skiing & Snowboarding
Northstar-at-Tahoe™ and shuttle buses are also on tap. rentals for ages 6 to 12. for all of its customers with the
530-562-1010 development of a village.
Soda Springs has expanded its
www.northstarattahoe.com
Soda Springs snowmaking capacity, while the
The new village at Squaw Valley
Winter Resort features luxury condos,
With millions in new investments snowboard rental fl eet has been
restaurants and eclectic shops.
over the last few seasons and the Snow Phone: 530-426-3666 expanded over the last few seasons.
opening of a new mountain and 530-426-3901
Squaw Valley USA Sugar Bowl Ski Area
2 new lifts, Northstar-at-Tahoe™ www.skisodasprings.com Snow Phone: 530-426-1111
has been making some of the Soda Springs, celebrating its 68th Snow Phone: 530-583-6955
biggest improvements of any ski 530-426-9000
year, attracted early day adventurers 800-403-0206
resort in North Lake Tahoe. www.sugarbowl.com
outfi tted in laced leather boots www.squaw.com
Major improvements have been
The new village at Northstar-at- with wooden skis. Soda Springs Squaw has opened a new performance
made at Sugar Bowl to the
Tahoe™, now features new luxury, was a popular destination accessed demo center. Improvements to the
resorts’ Mt. Judah lodge. The
residential units, year round ice primarily by train. The welcoming mountain’s terrain parks are the
lodge now features dramatically
rink and retail shops. small resort spirit and relaxed addition of 32 new rail and box
expanded dining and meeting
atmosphere of days past can still features.
On the mountain, Northstar offers a areas. On the mountain a new
be discovered at Soda Springs.
new standard half pipe in The Gulch The ski resort best known for high-speed quad will help get
and expansion in both The Straights Soda Springs continues to operate hosting the 1960 Winter Olympics you on the slopes more quickly.
and Pinball areas. Added parking the recent addition of snow tubing is in the midst of a major
facilities as well as mini snowmobile expansion of its facilities and services Tahoe Donner
Ski Resort and
Nordic Ski Area
Ski Resorts
elevation in feet
530-587-9444
vertical drop
intermediate
at a Glance child care

www.skitahoedonner.com
advanced
# trails
Beginner
# Lifts
Lessons
rentals
The subdivision of Tahoe Donner
acres
food
has two ski areas, a downhill
alpine meadows 800-949-3296 12 100+ 2,000 8,637 1,800 25% 40% 35% • • • • ski resort and a Nordic ski area.
Boreal mountain 530-426-3666 9 41 380 7,700 500 30% 55% 15% • • • Most of the terrain at each area
is geared toward beginner skiers
diamond Peak 775-831-3211 6 30 655 8,540 1,840 18% 46% 36% • • •
and children.
donner ski ranch 530-426-3535 6 52 460 7,781 750 25% 50% 25% • • •
A new trail and improvements to
homewood mountain resort 530-582-2992 7 60 1,260 7,800 1,650 15% 50% 35% • • •
existing ones have recently been made
northstar-at-tahoe™ 800-Go-north 17 83 2,490 8,610 2,280 13% 62% 25% • • • • at the 40-trail cross country ski area.
soda springs 530-426-1010 2 16 200 7,350 650 30% 50% 20% • • •
About 3 kilometers of the
squaw valley usa 888-736-9740 34 100+ 4,000 9,050 2,850 25% 45% 30% • • • • 94-kilometer ski system is also
sugar Bowl 530-426-9000 10 84 1,500 8,383 1,500 17% 45% 38% • • • equipped with lights, making
tahoe donner 530-587-9444 4 14 120 7,350 600 40% 60% 0% • • • Tahoe Donner Nordic Ski Area
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Cross Country Skiing
Cross Country Northstar offers 50 kilometers of Royal Gorge Cross Tahoe Donner
groomed scenic trails with great
Ski Areas views of Lake Tahoe and Martis
Country Ski Resort Cross Country
Valley. Pack a lunch and ski or Soda Springs, CA Truckee, CA
Clair Tappaan Lodge snowshoe to one of the warming 800-500-3871, 530-426-3871 530-587-9484
Norden, CA huts (one an old railroad caboose) www.royalgorge.com www.tdxc.com
800-679-6775, 530-426-3632 along the three track systems, all 330 km Groomed Track 110 km on 4,800 Acres
of which start at the cross country with 90 Trails Tahoe Donner boasts one of the
www.sierraclub.org/
day lodge atop the Big Springs Royal Gorge is the largest cross nation’s premier cross country
outings/lodges/ctl/ Gondola. Equipment and lessons country ski resort in North centers. Featuring night skiing
12 km Machine Groomed are available, trail fees include America and has been ranked every Wednesday night from 5
This lodge is owned by the Sierra use of Big Springs Gondola and #1 by Snow Country Magazine. to 7pm. All new rental skis are
Club, but is open to the public. Echo lift. Features more than 9,000 acres of available, including the newest
Room and board is also offered. skiing terrain, an annual snowfall demo equipment. Lessons are
Improved trails for cross-country, Resort at Squaw exceeding 600 inches, the largest available, group or private, also
back country, snow shoe. Lessons
and rentals for all ages and Creek Nordic Center groomed track system in North clinics for skating and striding.
Olympic Valley, CA America, 90 trails, four user- 45 Trails, 110 km covering 4,800
experience. friendly surface lifts, two trailside
530-583-6300 ext 6813 acres of terrain, 5 warming huts.
lodges: Rainbow and Wilderness,
Northstar-at-Tahoe™ www.squawcreek.com a day lodge, the world’s largest Cross Country
18 km on over 400 acres
Nordic, Telemark and cross country grooming fl eet, 15
Ski Trailheads
Offering 18 kilometers of km of snowmaking, 10 warming
Snowshoe Center groomed cross country ski trails huts, and four trailside cafes.
Truckee, CA that wind through meadows Discount passes for two-day and Little Truckee Summit
800-go-north, 530-562-2475 and hills. Perfect for beginner or three-day use. 17 miles north of Truckee on
www.northstarattahoe.com expert, skater or strider. Hwy 89.
50 km Groomed Trails
Nordic skiing in Tahoe Donner at sunset. ~ Photo by Olof Carmel
Cross Country Skiing
Wheeler Loop
1 mile southeast of Jackson
Meadows Rd. Unmarked
trailhead.
Sagehen Summit
9 miles north of Truckee on Hwy 89.
Cabin Creek Trail

3 miles south on Hwy 89, right
on Cabin Creek Rd., down 1
mile.
Pole Creek
6 miles south on Hwy 89, on
west side.
Martis Lookout trail

1-80 exit Hwy 267 .25 miles
north of Brockway Summit
Castle Peak
Castle Peak exit off I-80, on south
side of freeway, turn east. Deep cross country skiing at Donner Lake. ~ Photo by Tracey Capan
Royal Gorge’s
Tucked away on
top of Donner
Summit in the
heart of the
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Other Winter Activities
Naturally, Truckee and
North Tahoe are great places
for skiing and snowboarding,
but why limit your fun? Mush
a sled dog team. Go for a spin
on an ice skating rink. Go
snowshoeing. However, if speed
is your need there is always
sledding, tubing and even
snowmobiling. The point is,
winter is a great time to visit
Truckee and we have plenty of
activities to keep you occupied!
Ann Bargstadt, 8, Sierra Stormo, 11 and Logan Stormo, 8, of San Jose enjoy sledding. ~ Photo by Emma Garrard
Tubing & Sledding 36” tall, and must be able to ride Tahoe Donner at Eagle Ridge Snowmobile
alone. $18 for fi rst hour, $10 per
additional hour. Open weekdays Trout Creek Outfitters
Boreal Sledding at 12 to 4pm, weekends 10am-4pm. Recreation Center Little Truckee Summit
Mountain Playland 12790 Northwoods Blvd. Hwy 89N
I-80 Castle Peak Exit Soda Springs 530-587-9437 Webber Lake, Bassett Station
Truckee, 530-426-3666 Winter Resort www.tahoedonner.com www.tahoesnowmobiling.com
www.rideboreal.com 530-546-8667
Groomed sledding lanes. $20
Sledding and Tubing Sledding hill open Fridays, 1:30
to 4:30pm, and Saturday, Sunday Over 200 miles of groomed trails
I-80 Soda Springs Exit, Norden
per person for 2 hours, sledders and holidays from 9:30am- or untracked powder through Tahoe
must be at least 42” tall. Open 530-426-3901 National Forest. Many types of
4:30pm. Sleds are provided. For
Monday-Thursday 11am-3pm www.skisodasprings.com the general public, prices are tours offered, from 2 hours to 3
and Friday, Saturday and Sunday Snow tubing tows operate from $10 per adult and $5 per child. days — call for pricing.
10am-4pm. Sleds are provided. 10am-4pm. Sledders must be at Discounts are given for Tahoe
least 42” tall, $20 all day for all Donner Association members. Lake Tahoe
Kingvale Tubing and ages. Snow tubes are provided.
Snowmobile Tours
Sledding Park Squaw Valley Hwy 267, 1 mile south of
I-80 Kingvale Exit, 18 miles west
of Truckee in Kingvale Snowtubing at Snowmobile Tours Northstar, Brockway Summit
www.laketahoesnowmobiling.com
530-426-1941 the Papoose Coldstream 530-546-4280
www.kingvaletubing.com Discovery Center Adventures Offering tours over Mt. Watson
Sledding, tubing and more. since 1985 with over 100 miles of
Three fast lanes, machine
530-583-6985 Snowmobile Tours trails to explore. Enjoy spectacular
groomed. $15 per child (ages 3 to www.squaw.com Coldstream Canyon, Truckee lake views. Many types of tours
12) for 2 hours, $18 per adult for The Papoose Discovery Center is 530-582-9090 offered — call for pricing.
2 hours. Call for hours. located at Far East. Two tubing www.coldstreamadventures.com
lanes are maintained providing
Private wilderness trails, groomed Snowmobile
Northstar-at-Tahoe™ tubers a variety of thrill levels.
The Snow Tube Park and Snow or untracked. 2-hour tours offered Trailheads
Tubing Hill Play Zone are open daily from for $130 single, $155 double.
Hwy 267 at Northstar Dr. 10am-4pm. $14 for adults and Tours can be customized to your Cabin Creek Trail
Truckee, 530-562-1010 children (3 years and up) for 1 requests. Overnight lodging is
directions: 3 miles South on Hwy
hour. available at the Wilderness Cabin.
www.northstarattahoe.com 89, right turn on Cabin Creek
Tubers are required to be at least Rd., 1 mile down the road.
Other Winter Activities
North Tahoe three hours. Moonlight tours are Squaw Valley USA Donner Memorial
offered each month near a full
Regional Park moon. Tours run daily 8am-4pm
530-581-7246 State Park
530-546-5043 www.squaw.com
at several Truckee locations. These 530-582-7892
www.ntpud.org teams have won many racing The Olympic Ice Pavilion Donner Memorial State Park
medals. Reservations are required. is located at High Camp
directions: I-80 to Truckee, Hwy 267 on Donner Pass Rd. off I-80 in
overlooking Lake Tahoe.
13 miles south to Hwy 28. West Truckee offers a 2.5 mile trail
Wilderness
2 miles to National Ave. Right on Open daily throughout Winter for cross country skiing or snow
and Summer. Skating lessons
Adventures
National to Donner Rd. to park.
available. Discounts after 4pm.
shoeing. Begins at the park
entrance, leads to China Cove and
Little Truckee Summit Dog Sled Tours Price includes fi gure or hockey
skate rentals. Call or check web
returns through the campground
directions: I-80 to Truckee. Hwy 530-550-8133 to the park entrance. In addition
site for rates.
89N for 17 miles to the park. www.tahoedogsledtours.com there is a 3 mile trail into
Coldstream Valley. The park also
Call the Sierraville Ranger District
at 530-994-3401 for more
Experienced musher Brian Mass
offers guided sled dog tours daily,
Truckee Regional Park offers free interpretive programs
Brockway Rd. (Old Hwy 267) throughout the winter.
information. from 1 to 2.5 hours long through
beautiful terrain with breathtaking 530-582-7720
Prosser Hills views. Call for details and pricing. Thanksgiving through March. Donner Summit
directions: I-80 to Truckee. Hwy Open daily. Call for hours. The Donner Summit Sno-Park
89N four miles to the park. Call off the I-80 Boreal/Castle Peak
exit, directs its focus toward
530-587-3558, or inquire at the
Truckee Ranger District at the
Ice Skating Sno-Parks / skiers, who should be aware of
corner of I-80 and Hwy 89N. avalanche and rockfall dangers on
Northstar-at-Tahoe™ Recreation the steeper slopes. Cross-country
Martis Peak 530-562-2475
www.ohv.parks.ca.gov
skiers can ski 3 miles to the Peter
directions: .25 miles north of www.northstarattahoe.com Grubb Hut. Reservations are
Located in the heart of the new For $25 per winter or $5 per needed. Contact Clair Tappaan
Brockway Summit below the top day, people can enjoy winter
of Hwy 267 on the Truckee side. Village at Northstar™, featuring Lodge at 530-426-3632.
fi repits and plenty of seating. activities at California Sno-Parks
in the Truckee-North Tahoe area. — All hours of operation are
Skating is free, rentals available.
Created in 1984, the California dependent on weather, and are
Snowshoeing The Resort Sno-Park Program offers day-use
permits good at any sno-park, but
subject to change. Please call
ahead to confirm.
Donner Memorial at Squaw Creek only for the day assigned. Season
530-583-6300 ext. 6813 permits available. Sno-Park
State Park www.squawcreek.com Hotline 916-324-1222.
12593 Donner Pass Rd. Located in the heart of the resort.
530-582-7892
Northstar-at-Tahoe™
Hwy 267 at Northstar Dr.
Truckee
530-562-1010
Royal Gorge
9411 Hillside Dr., I-80 to
Soda Springs/Norden Exit
530-426-3871
Sled Dog Tours

Sierra Sled Dog
Adventures
530-412-3302
Experienced guides can take you
on 4, 7 or 18-mile tours, that
last between 45 minutes and
Wilderness Adventures Dog Sled Tours crew member Kristy Berington takes the dogs and her clients out for a ride. ~ Photo by Ryan Salm
Food & Drink
Entrance of Truckee Book & Bean on Riverside Dr., Truckee. ~ Photo by Lauren Shearer
Food & Drink Listings· · · · · · · · · · · · 54-58
Faster Food, Take out,
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Dining at a Glance · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 60-61
Food & Drink
Whether you’re craving a deli-made sandwich, sushi, or Northern
California cuisine, you’ll find them in Truckee. Spend an evening
sipping wine, enjoying live entertainment and an impressive menu
offered at one of the local fine dining restaurants. Truckee boasts
an impressive group of talented chefs, each offering their version of
fresh, seasonal faire.
Take-out options are also readily available for a quick post-skiing
dinner or picnic in the park. If cooking-in is your style, you’ll find
the freshest ingredients at the local markets and specialty stores.
Check out the Dining at a Glance pages at the end of this section
for a fast way to find the restaurant of your choice.
Thai red curry pizza, Italian shrimp pesto penne, Italiano salad, and apple
and pecan salad at Rubicon Pizza Company. ~ Photo by Paul Raymore
Big Wave Burritos lunch and dinner. 15 TVs,
12 beers on tap, and a full bar. Mandarin Chinese, Mongolian 530-587-3119
and Wraps Outdoor dining with great BBQ, Chinese Buffet. Open for A great place for breakfast.
In the Village at Northstar™ Squaw Valley views. lunch and dinner. China Garden “The best Huevos Rancheros
530-562-8800 offers menu items, buffet and ever!”
www.bigwaveburritos.com Buckhorn Mongolian barbecue. Choose your
Open daily offering a fun and Espresso & Grill meat and vegetables and they stir Dragonfly Restaurant
fresh spin on quick-prep food, fry it while you watch.
this beach scene inspired restaurant
11253 Brockway Rd. #105 & 106 and Sushi Bar
offers cuisines infl uenced by the
530-582-9800 Coffee And 10118 Donner Pass Rd.
Yucatan peninsula, Asia and the Buckhorn Espresso & Grill offers 10106 Donner Pass Rd. 530-587-0557
everything from breakfast omelets www.dragonflycuisine.com
West. Big Wave Burritos and 530-587-3123
Wraps serves specialty burritos, to the Big Buckhorn Burgers.
“Olde Fashion Coffee Shop.” Owner/Chef Billy McCullough
wraps, salads, sandwiches, beer While you are there try one of
Breakfast and lunch. Good, fast, serves Pan Asian/Californian cuisine
and wine at a reasonable price their mountain specials or salads.
friendly. with a fl air. Full service liquor bar
with quick preparation time. Buckhorn Espresso & Grill is
and a 20-seat sushi bar serving
located next to Best Western.
Cottonwood fresh, exotic seafood fl own in daily
Blue Coyote Casa Baeza Brockway Rd. “Hilltop” from around the globe. Beautiful
Bar & Grill 11010 Bridge St. 530-587-5711 sun deck, international wine list.
Corner of Palisades Dr. and www.cottonwoodrestaurant.com
Brockway Rd. (Old Hwy 267)
530-587-2161 Earthly Delights
Fine Mexican food and famous Overlooking Old Town Truckee In the Village at Northstar™
10015 Palisades Dr. margaritas make Casa Baeza a from the Hilltop Lodge, Cottonwood
is one of North America’s oldest 530-587-7793
530-587-7777 local favorite. Open 7 days a week
ski lodges. Featuring an eclectic Featuring quick foods for break-
Truckee’s neighborhood sports for lunch and dinner.
menu including grass-fed beef fast, lunch and dinner. High-end
bar and grill. Serving lunch and groceries and baked goods.
dinner. Enjoy 1/2 lb. burgers, Cheese Steak Shop cuts, fi sh, and prawns. Offering
an adventurous wine list, full bar
fresh dough pizza, ribs and pasta.
Good food, good service, fair
11355 Deerfield Dr.
with microbrews, and live music El Toro Bravo
530-550-0444 10186 Donner Pass Rd.
prices. 19 TVs. Full bar, 12 ice Friday and Saturday nights.
www.cheesesteakshop.com 530-587-3557
cold beers on tap.
Offering over 20 authentic Coyote Moon Offering Mexican food, seafood
original Philadelphia-style
Blue Coyote Philly Cheese Steak and Chicken Bar & Grille specialties, combination dinners,
margaritas by the pitcher.
Sports Grill Sandwiches as well as 2 vegetarian 10685 Northwoods Blvd.
Seasonal patio dining.
In the Village at Squaw Valley sandwiches. Featuring the 530-587-0886
1880 Village South Rd. Italian Hoagie, Amoroso rolls www.coyotemoongolf.com FiftyFifty Brewing Co.
530-584-6080 (still baked and brought in from Located at Coyote Moon Golf 11197 Brockway Rd.
Philadelphia), and Tastykakes. Course. Seasonal full bar and grille.
Squaw’s sports bar featuring 530-587-2337
Angus beef burgers, top sirloins,
slow smoked ribs, wings, and
China Garden Donner Lake Kitchen www.fiftyfiftybrewing.com
11361 Deerfield Dr. The latest addition to Truckee’s
Mexican food. Open daily for 13710 Donner Pass Rd.
530-587-7625 growing nightlife scene,
Food & Drink
FiftyFifty Brewing Company 530-550-9516 and salads, entrees, nigiri, maki Mexican dining and Cantina.
combines the atmosphere of a Located in the Pioneer Commerce sushi, house specials and vegetarian All the innovations of authentic
local brewpub with the energy Center, Full Belly Deli has an maki. Cozy atmosphere. Mexican food. Try Ramon’s
of a nightclub. Expect to fi nd six assortment of breakfast goodies family recipe for fajitas.
or seven brew on tap, all of them to go with your espresso drink. Joe Coffee
brewed not 20 feet away behind Lunch is full of yummy sand- 10121 Jibboom St. Martis Valley Grille
the plate-glass window, as well as wiches, salads, house made soups 530-550-8222 Northstar-at-Tahoe™
a full bar and great food. and chili. Hours are Monday A coffee house open for breakfast Golf Course on Basque Dr.
- Friday from 7am-4pm. Also and lunch that offers pastries, 530-562-1010
Florian’s Fine Wine offering catering services. sandwiches, soups, and baked www.northstarattahoe.com
and Specialty Foods goods, all prepared on-site. Located at Northstar’s resort golf
11260 Donner Pass Rd. Jalapeño Joes Gourmet grocery, organic items, course, the Grille is open for
11357 Donner Pass Rd. #H and also available for catering. lunch on the deck. Menu features
530-550-0802
530-550-7800 sandwiches, gourmet salads, ribs
Also at Old Greenwood
Gourmet market, deli and wine Quick service dining. Home of La Bamba and burgers. Open summer only.
the “Killer Charbroiled Ahi 11760 Donner Pass Rd.
purveyor. Fresh meats, cheeses,
breads, rolls, exotic deli items, acos,” monster burritos, rotisserie 530-587-3516 Mikuni Japanese
chicken and tri-tip. Fine authentic Mexican dining Restaurant & Sushi
soups, gourmet foods, sauces and
condiments. Also offering a huge with full service bar. Featuring In the Village at Northstar™
selection of domestic and imported
Java Sushi great margaritas.
11357 Donner Pass Rd. 530-562-2188
wines, champagnes, and beers. www.mikunishushi.com
530-582-1144 Los Altos
The award-winning Mikuni
Full Belly Deli www.javasushitahoe.com 11367 Deerfield Dr.
Restaurants blend the unique
10825 Pioneer Tr. Ste. #103 Serving many appetizers, soups 530-587-7872
Thai Delicacy
A uThenTic T hAi c uisine
Lunch served 11am-3pm

Dinner served 5pm-9pm
Lunch Specials Monday through Friday
11253 Brockway Road,

Suite 101
(The Rock) - Truckee
530.550.1269
credit cards accepted
Food & Drink
fl avors and textures of traditional committed to using the freshest, Over 20 specialty deli sandwiches, Pianeta Cucina Italiana
Japanese cuisine enhanced by a seasonal, locally-sourced ranging from a hot meatball sand- 10098 Donner Pass Rd.
hint of American ingenuity. From ingredients, including organic wich to a classic BLT, as well as a
the freshest seafood to the fi nest items and Niman Ranch burgers. complete deli for custom-created 530-587-4694
accompaniments, Mikuni’s sandwiches. Also offering salads, This delightful restaurant in
innovative menu features more OB’s Pub espresso drinks, coffee, and wine. Historic Downtown Truckee has
than 300 original sushi creations. Daily grilled panini specials. an attractive boothed interior
& Restaurant with cozy, candlelit tables. Pianeta
Moody’s Bistro 10046 Donner Pass Rd. Pacific Crest Grill offers authentic Italian food
530-587-4164 including classic pasta dishes,
& Lounge www.obstruckee.com
grilled pork tenderloin and Alas-
10007 Bridge St. 530-587-2626 kan halibut. Also offers a large
Menu include burgers, char- This hip bistro in Historic
530-587-8688 grilled fi let mignon, barbecue wine list, and decadent desserts.
Downtown welcomes diners with
www.moodysbistro.com baby back pork ribs, fresh grilled
Located in the Historic Truckee salmon, grilled chicken roma, and
its warm interior and impeccably Piper’s Patisserie
set tables. The menu has a wide 10068 Donner Pass Rd.
Hotel, Moody’s fuses the best a bavarian wild mushroom spin- range of classic and modern
contemporary Northern ach strudel. Decorated in antiques favorites, including Lamb Shank 530-582-2256
California cuisine with a slinky to capture Truckee’s history. Also Tajine, seafood, a Bistro Burger, Serving fresh baked goods, coffee
art deco ambiance and the soul offers a large California wine list, and wood-fi red pizzas. The entire and espresso, specialty sandwiches,
of a speakeasy. Moody’s Bistro and full bar. Pacifi c Crest menu is available in soups, salads, rotisserie chicken,
and Lounge takes its name from the attached Bar of America, a full dinners to go, cakes and pies for
J.F. Moody, the original propri- Old Gateway Deli bar and long-time local hangout. that special occasion, and an exten-
etor of the Truckee Hotel, who 11012 Donner Pass Rd. sive selection of wine by the bottle
was known for his extravagant
hospitality. Chef Mark Estee is
530-587-7066 Peluso’s Apizzeria or glass. Also offering catering.
11253 Brockway Rd.
530-550-1340
Pizza Hut Express
ruckee” at Best Western
“ BrewededBeeinr ~TBrewed on Site
Peluso’s Apizzeria now has a new
location in Truckee. Pizza, Subs, 11331 Brockway Rd.
Hand-craft Dinners, Salad. Take out and 530-587-4525
delivery. Take-n-Bake pizzas are Pizza, breadsticks, salad bar,
also available. located in a cozy lodge style
dining room.
Panda Express
11262 Donner Pass Rd. Rainbow Lodge
530-550-8881 Old Hwy 40
www.pandaexpress.com Hampshire Rocks Rd.
Sit down or take out Chinese style 530-426-3871
food including chicken, beef and Located on a bend in the Yuba
vegetable dishes, spring rolls, egg River, Rainbow Lodge is a step
rolls, fried rice, and chow mein. back in time. Built in the 1920s of
Full Lunch and Dinner Menu

Late Night Menu
Happy Hour Everyday
3 pm -6 pm
Full Bar
Patio Dining
Live Entertainment
Hip, Relaxed Atmosphere
Full Menu til 10pm • 19 TVs • 12 Beers on Tap
All the Packages - NFL • NBA • MLB • NHL • College Football
Burgers • Pizza • Sports
530-587-BEER11197 Brockway Road, Truckee, CA Corner of Palisades Dr. 587-7777
www.fiftyfiftybrewing.com & Brockway Rd. (next to 7-11) open everyday
Food & Drink
local granite and handhewn timber. Sierra Valley Lodge
The Engadine Café serves excellent Main St., Calpine
French and California cuisine.
530-994-3367
Round Table Pizza www.sierravalleylodge.net
10068 Donner Pass Rd. The Bear Paw Dining Room is
530-587-3939 open for dinner every Friday,
Saturday and Sunday offering de-
www.roundtablepizza.com licious hearty meals and specials. Piper’s Patisserie’s gourmet deli display case. ~ Photo by Ryan Salm
Featuring many specialty pizzas Thursday’s special is BBQ. The
with quality ingredients from Truckee. Open for breakfast, Angus burger, pastas, pizzas and
Calpine Bar and Lounge is open 7 lunch and dinner. Homemade unique salads.
fresh rolled dough to zesty sauce days a week with entertainment.
and fresh vegetables, with three soups, hot and cold sandwiches.
They also do catering and take Tacos Jalisco
types of crusts available. Also Smokey’s Kitchen home dinners. 11400 Donner Pass Rd.
offering gourmet sandwiches, 12036 Donner Pass Rd.
garlic parmesan twists, buffalo 530-587-1131
wings, and a large salad bar. 530-582-4535 The Summit Authentic Mexican food in a cozy
Casual dining with outside patio for Restaurant atmosphere. Offering tacos, tostadas,
Rubicon Pizza warmer days. Serving slow-roasted
22002 Donner Pass Rd. burritos, tortas, quesadillas,
ribs, sausages, burgers, chicken and nachos, and combination plates
Company lots of side dishes. The breakfast Soda Springs
of chile verde, carnitas, chile relleno,
In the Village at Northstar™ menu is also extensive with bagels, 530-426-3904
and enchiladas, as well as a large
530-562-2199 oatmeal, huevos rancheros, burritos, A place to re-energize after a selection of seafood. Specials
www.rubiconpizza.com omelettes and griddle items. Also day in the mountains. Specialty include armadillo, and ceviche on
This family-style Italian restaurant available for catering. coffees, smoothies, protein shakes weekends. Dine in, take out, or
serves hand-tossed pizzas, fresh not to mention the half pound phone in your order to go.
salads, pasta and sandwiches. Squeeze In
Rubicon also offers daily pizza 10060 Donner Pass Rd.
specials and serves the full menu 530-587-9814
at the bar. A great place to watch The Squeeze In offers over 60 dif-
the game and have a drink after a ferent omelettes and they claim
long day on the hill. to have been serving the best
omelettes on the planet since 1974.
Runway Café The perfect breakfast or lunch spot,
Truckee Airport Terminal if you can squeeze in. Also offering
530-582-9351 other traditional breakfast choices.
Pan Pacific &
Unique panini sandwiches, daily
fresh-baked cookies, scones and Stir Crazy Deli Mediterranean Cuisine
muffi ns, homemade soups and 10010 Church St.
chilis, huge breakfast burritos, 530-587-9090
salads, and more. Home of the A classic New York style deli
Philly Flyer. located in the heart of downtown
Happy Hour
Cottonwood Restaurant
Sun-Thurs 5-6:30 p.m
10096 Donner Pass Road

Downtown Truckee
camaraderie.
Eighteen years of fine dining, comfort and camaraderie.
Overlooking beautiful downtown Truckee For Reservations
530-587-4694
from the historic Hilltop Lodge.
Pacific Crest Grill

& Bar of America
10042 Donner Pass Road

Downtown Truckee
530-587-5711 www.cottonwoodrestaurant.com
530-587-2626
Over 50 Years of Caring
Food & Drink
Thai Delicacy Village Pizzeria
11253 Brockway Rd. 11329 Deerfield Dr.
530-550-1269 530-587-7171
Authentic Asian and Thai dishes Pizza and pasta made in authentic
including noodles, curries, soups, Italian tradition. Try the deep
meat and vegetable dishes, dish pizzas, garlic chips or the
spring rolls and pad thai. artichoke and spinach ravioli.
Family Practice
Internal Medicine Thai Nakorn Cuisine Wagon Train
Sports Medicine
10770 Donner Pass Rd. Coffee Shop
530-550-0503 10080 Donner Pass Rd.
Straight from Thailand to Truckee, 530-587-7574
offering Asian and Thai dishes
URGENT CARE 7 DAYS including noodles, curries, soups,
Local cafe situated in Historic
530.581.TTMG (8864) meat and vegetable dishes, fried
Downtown Truckee. Good food,
reasonable prices.
rice, spring rolls and pad thai.
TRUCKEE TAHOE CITY SQUAW VALLEY NORTHSTAR
The Lodge Wild Cherries
R. B. Ganong, M.D., FACP • G. M. Paul, M.D., FAAFP
G. E. Barta, M.D. • P. K. Krause, M.D. 11509 Northwoods Blvd. Coffee House
R. A. Jensen, M.D. • J. M. Plumb, M.D. 530-587-9455 11429 Donner Pass Rd.
M. L. Boegel, M.D. • Gary Witover, P.A. www.thelodge-tahoe.com 530-582-5602
Carol Lindsay, FNP • Colleen Wilford, FNP Serving contemporary cuisine. Wild Cherries serves breakfast and
www.ttmg.net Entrees, nightly specials, salads, lunch all day, 6am-6pm. Enjoy
sandwiches, burgers, appetizers gourmet coffee, espresso drinks,
and soup. Patio dining, lunch and pastries, smoothies, bagels, wraps,
brunch available in the summer. homemade soups and chilis, panini
sandwiches and salads in a
Timbercreek fabulous coffee house setting.
In the Village at Northstar™
530-562-2250
Will’s Market
12716 Northwoods Blvd.
www.northstarattahoe.com
530-587-1717
Sports bar and casual dining experi-
ence that the whole family can enjoy. A full line of deli and groceries.
MARTiS vALLEY
ASSOciATES Truckee Bagel Wong’s Garden
11430 Deerfield Dr.
Company
REAL ESTATE SALES - RENTALS 11448 Deerfield Dr. Ste. 4
530-587-1831
Sit under the indoor cherry tree
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 530-582-1852 in bloom and enjoy fi ne Chinese
11260 Donner Pass Rd. Cuisine. Take out orders available.
NORTHSTAR™ - LAHONTAN - MARTiS CAMp - TAHOe DONNeR 530-587-9991
TiMiLiCk - OLD GReeNwOOD - GRAy’S CROSSiNG - TRuCkee Featuring 19 different kinds of Zano’s Family Italian
homemade bagels. Try one of their & Pizzeria
SALES
Homes • Condominiums • Homesites • Shared Ownerships 11 unique cream cheeses or a fresh-
made bagel sandwich. Also offering 11401 Donner Pass Rd.
RENTALS a salad bar and full deli featuring 530-587-7411
Vacation rentals • Summer leases & Winter ski leases • Long term leases
Truckee Sourdough breads. www.zanos.net
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Casual dining in a great family-
Customized Maintenance Services and Inspections for Second Homeowners
Truckee Diner style atmosphere with an outdoor
10144 West River St. patio. Serving a wide variety
www.MARTiSvALLEY.cOM 530-582-5235 of appetizers, soups and salads,
SALES : (530) 587-8100 An authentic diner serving authentic Italian pasta dishes and
pizzas. Also offers take-out family
RENTALS : (530) 587-1515 • (800) 587-2070 breakfast, milk shakes, burgers,
packs, room for banquets, and
sandwiches and salads in Historic
10880 BROCkWAy ROAd, TRuCkEE, CA 96161 Downtown Truckee. catering services.
Faster Food, Take Out, Eat at Home
Faster Food, Take Out Taco Bell Save Mart Hardware & Sports
Burger Me 12277 Deerfi eld Dr. 11399 Deerfi eld Dr.
Truckee Book & Bean
10418 Donner Pass Rd. 530-550-9330 530-587-5522
10009 West River St. Ste. #B
(opening summer 2008) Smokey’s Kitchen 530-582-8302
Eat at home, 12036 Donner Pass Rd.
Cheese Steak Shop
Groceries, Specialties 530-582-4535
Tuff Beans
10015 Palisades Dr. #A3
530-550-0444 Base Camp Deli & RV Park
Stir Crazy 530-587-5191
10068 Hirschdale Rd.
Dairy Queen 10010 Church St.
530-587-8282 Wagon Train Coffee Shop
11355 Donner Pass Rd. 530-587-9090
530-587-7055 Bud’s Sporting Goods & Fountain
Sweets Handmade Candies 530-587-7574
Domino’s Pizza 10118 Donner Pass Rd.
530-587-3691 Wild Cherries Coffee House
12047 Donner Pass Rd. 530-587-6556
|530-587-1900 Drooling Dog BarBQ
Tahoe Gourmet Market 530-582-5602
530-346-8883
Jiffy’s Pizza 10130 West River St.
11400 Donner Pass Rd. Donner Pines Market 530-550-9009 Wine Bars/Shops
530-587-5400 13710 Donner Pass Rd. Bacchus and Venus
Treat Box Bakery
530-587-3691 10115 Donner Pass Rd.
Kentucky Fried Chicken 11400 Donner Pass Rd.
530-587-6554 (opening Spring/Summer 2008)
11412 Deerfi eld Dr. Florian’s Fine Wine
530-582-4054 & Specialty Foods Earthly Delights
Will’s Market
11260-1 Donner Pass Rd. 3001 Northstar Dr.
McDonald’s 12716 Northwoods Blvd.
530-550-0802 530-587-7793
11420 Deerfi eld Dr. 530-587-1717
530-587-3880 Full Belly Deli Florian’s Fine Wine
10825 Pioneer Tr. Ste #103 Coffee Shops & Specialty Foods
Nik-n-Willie’s Pizza 530-550-9516 Coffee And 11260 Donner Pass Rd.
11429 Donner Pass Rd. 10106 Donner Pass Rd. 530-550-0802
530-587-0421 Glenshire General Store
10095 Dorchester Dr. 530-587-3123
The Pour House
Panda Express 530-587-1819 Joe Coffee 10075 Jibboom St.
11290 Donner Pass Rd. 10164 Donner Pass Rd. 530-550-9664
530-550-8881 New Moon Natural Foods
11357 Donner Pass Rd. 530-550-8222
Trio Wine Bar
Port of Subs 530-587-7426 Starbucks Coffee 10292 Donner Pass Rd.
11260 Donner Pass Rd. 11260-4 Donner Pass Rd. In the Kruger Whitehouse
530-582-8060 Old Gateway Deli
And in Safeway and 530-582-2323
Subway 530-587-3106 in the Village at Northstar™
Truckee River Winery
11420 Deerfi eld Dr. 530-582-6856, 530-562-3681
10061 South River St.
530-587-3343 Safeway Food & Drug
11290 Donner Pass Rd. Top Dog Espresso 530-587-4326
530-582-7950 11320 Donner Pass Rd.
At entrance to Mountain
The Treat Box Florian’s

Bakery Decorated cakes Fine Wines & Specialty Foods
Gift Baskets,Deli, Beers & More
for all occasions, e specialize in fine wines, specialty foods,

W
delicious doughnuts, domestic and microbrew beers, and gourmet
gift baskets.
pies, cakes & pastry
specialities. Come experience our gourmet sandwiches in
our deli!
Voted Best Bakery in Truckee, 2005, 2006 & 2007!
530.550.0802 Voted Best Wine
11400 Donner Pass Road, Truckee 530.587.6554 Located in the Safeway Shopping Center
11260-1 Donner Pass Road, Truckee
Shop in Truckee,
2005 & 2006!
Dining at a Glance
restaurant Phone cuisine Breakfast Lunch dinner Brunch Beer, take out $$$
Wine,
TRUCKEE Bar
Blue coyote Bar and Grill 530-587-7777 american, burgers, wings, pizza, ribs, pasta • • • • $
Buckhorn espresso and Grill 530-582-9800 hamburgers, sandwiches, fish tacos, omlettes • • • • $
Burger me opening soon! Burgers • • $
casa Baeza 530-587-2161 mexican • • • • $
cheese steak shop 530-550-0444 authentic Philadelphia style sandwiches • • • $
china Garden 530-587-7625 chinese • • • $
coffee and 530-587-3123 home cooking • • • • $
cottonwood 530-587-5711 contemporary cuisine • • $$-$$$
coyote moon Bar and Grille 530-587-0886 seasonal patio • • $-$$
domino’s Pizza 530-587-1900 Pizza, breadsticks • • • $
donner Lake kitchen 530-587-3119 Breakfast • • $
dragonfly 530-587-0557 cal asian • • • • $$-$$$
el toro Bravo 530-587-3557 mexican • • • • $
fifty fifty Brewing company 530-587-2337(Beer) upscale pub favorites, house brewed beer • • • $-$$
florian’s fine Wine & specialty foods 530-550-0802 deli style gourmet • • • $
full Belly deli 530-550-9516 deli style gourmet • • • $
Jalapeño Joe’s 530-550-7800 mexican • • • $
Java sushi 530-582-1144 sushi thur-fri • • • $-$$
Jiffy’s Pizza 530-587-5400 Pizza • • • $
Joe coffee 530-550-8222 coffee house • • • $
La Bamba 530-587-3516 authentic mexican • • • $
Los altos mexican restaurant 530-587-7872 authentic mexican • • • • $
moody’s Bistro & Lounge 530-587-8688 northern california cuisine • • • • • $$-$$$
nik-n-Willie’s Pizza 530-587-0421 take and bake pizza • • • $
oB’s Pub and restaurant 530-587-4164 american • • • $$-$$$
old Gateway deli 530-587-7066 complete deli • • • • $
Pacific crest restaurant/Bar of america 530-587-2626 contemporary cuisine • • • $$-$$$
Panda express 530-550-8881 chinese • • • $
Peluso’s apizzeria 530-550-1340 itailian style pizza, dinners, subs, salads • • $
Pianeta ristorante 530-587-4694 contemporary italian • • $$-$$$
Piper’s Patisserie 530-582-2256 café, wine, espresso • • • • $
Pizza hut express in the Best Western 530-587-0313 Pizza • • • • $
Pizza shack 530-587-3456 Pizza, burgers, chili, soups • • • $
round table Pizza 530-587-3939 Pizza • • • • $
runway cafe & catering 530-582-9351 deli, sandwiches • • • $
smokey’s kitchen 530-582-4535 slow roasted ribs, sausages, burgers, chicken • • • • • $
squeeze in 530-587-9814 Best omelettes on the planet • • • • $
starbucks 530-582-6856 coffee, pastries, cookies • $
stir crazy deli 530-587-9090 new york style deli • • • • • $
sweets handmade candies 530-587-6556 candies, fudge, ice cream, dipped apples • $
tacos Jalisco 530-587-1131 authentic mexican • • • • $
tahoe Gourmet market 530-550-9009 sushi, sandwiches and fresh seafood to go • • $
thai delicacy 530-550-1269 thai cuisine • • • $
thai nakorn cuisine 530-550-0503 asian cuisine • • • $
the Lodge 530-587-9455 contemporary american cuisine summer • summer • • $$-$$$
Dining at a Glance
restaurant Phone cuisine Breakfast Lunch dinner Brunch Beer, take out $$$
Wine,
TRUCKEE Bar
top dog espresso 530-587-0801 hot dogs, coffee • • • $
treat Box Bakery 530-587-6554 Bakery • • $
trio Wine Bar 530-582-2323 Wine, seasonal appetizers, dessert • • $
truckee Bagel company 530-582-1852/530-587-9991 Bagel, sandwiches • • • $
truckee Book & Bean 530-582-8302 espresso drinks, baked goods, bagels • • • $
truckee diner 530-582-5235 american diner cuisine • • • $
tuff Beans 530-587-5191 coffee, breakfast items • • $
village Pizzeria 530-587-7171 Pizza, pasta, salad • • • • $
Wagon train coffee shop 530-587-7574 coffee shop • • • $
Wild cherries coffee house 530-582-5602 coffee, sandwiches, soup, pastries • • • $
Will’s market 530-587-1717 deli style gourmet • • • • $
Wong’s Garden 530-587-1831 chinese • • • • $
Zano’s family italian & Pizzeria 530-587-7411 family style italian • • • • $-$$
NORTHSTAR
Big Wave Burritos and Wraps 530-562-8800 Wraps, burritos • • • $
earthly delights 530-587-7793 deli, gourmet bakery • • • • $
euro snack 530-581-0600 Belgian waffles, french-style hot dogs, gelato • • • $
martis valley Grille 530-562-2460 seasonal patio summer summer $
mikuni Japanese restaurant & sushi Bar 530-562-2188 imaginative sushi and Japanese specialties • • • • $$
rubicon Pizza company 530-562-2199 Pizza, italian • • • $
starbucks 530-562-3681 coffee, pastries, cookies • $
timbercreek restaurant 530-562-2250 contemporary • • • • $-$$
SODA SPRINGS & DONNER SUMMIT

ice Lakes Lodge 530-426-7660 high altitude californian cuisine • • • • • • $$
rainbow Lodge 530-426-3661 french californian country cuisine • • • • • $$
the summit restaurant & Bar 530-426-3904 unique twist on fine american cuisine (closed tues.) • • • • • $
cost refelcts the estimated price of a dinner with one drink and tip: $$$$ = $66 or more $$$ = $41 - $65 $$ = $26-40 $ = $25 and below
Fresh breads & baked goods made daily

Housemade soups
burgers • wings • sports
Breakfast & lunch specials
All the packages
At your service nFL • nbA • College Football
for all of your catering needs
MLb • nHL
Call in orders welcome 18 tVs
Full Menu till 10pm
12 beers on tap
Located in the
10825 pioneer trail, suite 103 530.550.9516 Village At Squaw Valley 584-6080 Patio Dining
Go & Do
Exterior of the old Star Hotel on West River St., downtown Truckee. ~ Photo by Lauren Shearer
Panorama of Historic Downtown Truckee. Offers a plethora of shopping options. ~ Photo by Olof Carmel
Western gal Sierra Hogan ~ Photo by Cheryl Hogan
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Reflection of the Old Jail Museum sign, Jibboom St., Truckee. ~ Photo by Lauren Shearer
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24-25 Truckee Home & 17-22 Tour de Nez, Truckee,
Building Show and Regional Northstar, Reno. A celebration
Green Building Symposium, of cycling with rides, exhibits,
Tahoe Truckee High School, live music, clinics and food. The
Donner Pass Rd. Everything you biggest little cycling event in the
need to build and remodel your country. www.tourdenez.com
mountain home all in one place. 775-287-3599
Green building project resources,
materials and workshops. 10am- 19 Tour de Nez Downtown
5pm. $5 admission benefi ts local Truckee Criterium, Truckee.
schools. Free parking. www.truckee- Spectators cheer on Pro racers as
homeshow.com 530-587-3477 they wind their way around
a fast-paced, tight course in
June Truckee’s historic downtown for
an hour-long criterium. Followed
by awards and street party.
6-7 Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Relay 5:30-10pm. www.tourdenez.com
Run Adventure, Race starts in 775-287-3599
Reno with course running though
Truckee, Lake Tahoe, Carson
Valley, Virginia City and end in
21-22 Pacific Fine Arts
Festival, The Village at Squaw.
Reno. The course is 178 miles in Paintings, photographs, ceramics,
distance. Course is ideally suited jewelry and other fi ne arts
for 12 person teams, 36 legs of presented by California’s fi nest
varying length and diffi culty.
Play Date Preschool and School Age Parade Float, 4th of July parade. ~ Photo by Lynn Saunders professional arts. 10am-5pm.
Great post-race award ceremony www.thevillageatsquaw.com
with entertainment, food and
March May microbrews. Race starts at 8am.
530-584-6266
1-9 SnowFest! of North Lake

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Tahoe & Truckee, Parades and events Lake Cushing Classic, July
on and off the snow through-out the Squaw Valley USA. Strap on those 7 Truckee Day, Various locations
Truckee North Tahoe area. www.tahoe- old skis or snowboard (or the
creative pond crossing vessel of
in Truckee. Truckee Day is 1 Annual Soaring Kites and
snowfestival.com 530-583-7167 town-wide street clean up and Music Festival at High Camp,
your choice) and attempt to cross community spirit day. There Squaw Valley USA. Pro and
the chilly waters of Lake Cushing. will be a “town-wide block party” amateur kite fl ying enthusiasts
April www.squaw.com 530-583-6985 held at noon at Truckee River gather at High Camp to soar on
1 Fools Frugal Feast at High
5 Gates & Wakes Ski/Snowboard-
Regional Park www.townof-
truckee.com 530-582-7700
the High Sierra breeze and try
the challenging winds. Kid’s kite
Camp, Squaw Valley USA. All
Wakeboard/Water Ski Competition, making sessions, demonstrations,
you can eat - fools welcome. In
the renaissance tradition, an Alpine Meadows Ski Resort/Lake
Soroptimist’s Annual Wine 7 workshops and live music.
Tahoe. Ski or snowboard in the
& Tasting, Coyote Moon Golf www.squaw.com 530-583-6985
all-you-can-eat sunset session
morning at Alpine Meadows and
Course. Enjoy a variety of wines
featuring big plates of ribs, all the
fi xin’s, and of course, the optional wakeboard or water ski in the
from local wineries and afar.
afternoon on Lake Tahoe. Pros
3 July 4th Celebration, The
secret High Camp Grog. Price Test your taste buds on menu Village at Squaw Valley USA. Laser
from all four disciplines compete
items from local restaurants. Live show on the 3rd of July. www.the-
includes the Cable Car Ride.
in their own division as well.
music, silent auction and souvenir villageatsquaw.com 530-584-6266
www.squaw.com 530-583-6985
www.skialpine.com wine glass. $30 in advance $35
26 Lake Tahoe Truckee Earth
530-581-8328 at the door. Call for tickets and
information. 5-7:30pm.
4 July 4th Parade, Donner Pass
Day Festival, The Village at Rd., Truckee. Enjoy an old-fash-
Squaw. All day entertainment and 18
Annual Best of Tahoe Chefs, 530-414-4028 or 530-582-1340 ioned hometown parade. Starting
The Resort at Squaw Creek. A at 10am east of the Truckee High
music. Educational speakers and
booths on the topics of watershed celebration of extraordinary cuisine 14
Truckee Brew Fest, Truckee School winding down Donner
that showcases the culinary River Regional Park. Sponsored by Pass Rd. and ending up in historic
health, forest health, pollution
expertise of the area’s fi nest chefs. Truckee Optimist Club. All proceeds downtown Truckee. Contact
prevention and more. Raffl e
Benefi ting Tahoe Forest Hospital’s support youth programs and Truckee Donner Chamber of
prizes and Kids Zone activity
community cancer programs, To services in Truckee. www.truckee- Commerce for more information
area. 10am-6pm. www.thevillage-
purchase tickets call. www.squaw- optimist.com 530-587-8720 www.truckee.com 530-587-8808
atsquaw.com 530-582-7700
creek.com 530-550-2300
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4 July 4th Fireworks and Featuring the gleefully wicked
“Richard III”, never before seen
artists who open their homes
and studios for two three day
artists who open their homes
and studios for two three day
Celebration, West End Beach,
Donner Lake. Tickets must be at Sand Harbor, paired with weekends for an opportunity weekends for an opportunity
purchased in advance with access “A Midsummer Night’s Dream. to meet the artists. www.north- to meet the artists. www.north-
to the beach limited to locals/ Monday night production is a tahoearts.com 530-581-2787 tahoearts.com 530-581-2787
homeowners only. Day long new musical “Cambio” based
picnicking, swimming, concessions, on the Victor Hugo novel The 13 Donner Lake Sprint 18-20
Truckee Antique
music and an evening with Hunchback of Notre Dame. Triathlon, Donner Lake. 1/4 mile Show & Sale, Tahoe Truckee
fi reworks. 530-582-7720 July 10 through August 17 swim, 6 mile bike, 2 mile run. High School, Donner Pass Rd.
www.laketahoeshakespeare.com www.changeofpace.com 530-582-5221
775-832-1616
5 Wine Tasting-Benefit Project 530-757-2012 ext.14
MANA, Moody’s Bistro & Lounge, 19
Kid’s Trout Derby, Ponds
Downtown Truckee. Wine tasting, 11-13 Annual Cannibal Cruise 13 Donner Lake International behind Donner Memorial State
food stations and music. 6-10pm. Car Show, Truckee River Regional Triathlon, Donner Lake and Park, Donner Pass Rd. 9am-1pm.
Tickets $50 in advance and $65 at Park. Truckee Optimist Club brings Donner Pass Rd. 1.5 swim, Event is free for children up to
the door. 775-298-0008 you a vintage car show, games, food 40K bike and 6.5 mile run. age 12. Sign up at Mountain
and dances. www.truckeeoptimist. www.changeofpace.com Hardware or Longs Drugs.
com 775-345-6083
10-13 No Barriers Festival, 530-757-2012 ext.14 800-654-5338
Squaw Valley USA. www.no-
barriersusa.org 415-381-4160 11-13 ARTour 2008 Open 18-20 ARTour 2008 Open 19 Old Timer’s Picnic Annual
Studios, Various studios in the Studios, Various studios in the Truckee Reunion, Truckee River
Truckee-Tahoe area. Region’s
10-31 Lake Tahoe Shakespeare largest and most diverse exhibition
Truckee-Tahoe area. Region’s
largest and most diverse exhibition
Regional Park. Truckee Donner
Historical Society invites old
Festival at Sand Harbor, Sand
of North Tahoe artisans. Open of North Tahoe artisans. Open timers and anyone who has ever
Harbor State Beach, Lake Tahoe.
studio driving tour of juried studio driving tour of juried lived in Truckee, but don’t consider
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themselves as “old timers”. 19-31 Lake Tahoe Music
10am-2pm. Bring you own picnic Festival, Lake Tahoe/Truckee
Featuring the gleefully wicked
“Richard III”, never before seen September
lunch and drinks. 530-582-7720 at Sand Harbor, paired with
and Homewood. Various venues
throughout the summer. www. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream. 6-7 Trails and Vistas — Inner
19-20 Truckee’s 2nd American tahoemusic.org 530-583-3101 Monday night production is a Rhythms. “Songs of the Earth”,
Location TBD. This unique event
Cancer Society Relay for Life, new musical “Cambio” based
on the Victor Hugo novel The takes music, dance and art into
Truckee High School Track Field.
9am-9am — 24 hours because August Hunchback of Notre Dame. the environment for all to enjoy
along a 2 to 4 mile hike. www.
cancer doesn’t sleep. Celebrate www.laketahoeshakespeare.com
trailsandvista.org 530-550-8464
survivors, remember those that tBd Tour de Fat, Truckee River 775-832-1616
have lost their battle and Fight Regional Park. Bring your bike,
Back! For more information contact the wildest costume you can fi nd. 3-10 Western Week, McIver 13-14 Annual Art Bark Fest,
Ruth Geresy at ruth@truckee.com Live music and beer. Arena. Week-long event comprised The Village at Squaw. Over 20
www.events.cancer.org/rfl truckeeca www.tourdefat.com of Queen Pageant, Cowboy Poetry animal themed booths with a
530-587-8808 and music, Kid’s Day, Sponsor’s benefi t wine tasting and live music.
Festival also includes a dog jump
1-9 Lake Tahoe Music Festival, Team Penning, Jackpot Barrel Race,
19-20 Annual Art, Wine & Lake Tahoe/Truckee and Home- Golf Tournament, BBQ, Dinner and competition, Busy Bee Dog
Show and a Squaw Valley Rescue
Music Festival, The Village at wood. Various venues throughout Dance, Pro Rodeo.
Squaw. Fine artists, crafts makers, the summer. www.tahoemusic.org Dog Demonstration. This event
performers and musicians come 530-583-3101 7-13 Concours D’Elegance, benefi ts the Humane Society of
Truckee-Tahoe and Squaw Rescue
to participate in this fun, two-day Sierra Boat Company, Carnelian
Dogs. $25 donation includes a
annual event. The event features 1-17 Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Bay. Featuring original Tahoe
commemorative wine glass for wine
two performance stages, restaurants Festival at Sand Harbor, Sand boats as the Marques Class.
and shops. www.thevillageat- 9am-4pm. Week long activities. tasting participants. 11am-5pm.
Harbor State Beach, Lake Tahoe. www.thevillageatsquaw.com
squaw.com 530-584-6266 www.tahoeyc.com 530-581-4700
530-584-6266
9-10 Truckee Championship
20-21 Truckee Renaissance
Rodeo, McIver Arena, Truckee.
Original extreme pro rodeo Faire, Truckee River Regional
action. Park. The Truckee Renaissance
Faire transports visitors back
in time to a fi ctional European
16-17 Annual Brews, Jazz & village during the mid-1500s.
Funk Fest, The Village at Squaw. Entertainment and activities include
Selection of beer for guests to jousting, reenactment groups,
sample and an incredible line-up stage entertainers and food. www.
of music both days. Get funky truckeerenfaire.org 530-582-1498
in Tahoe. Benefi ts the Humane
Society of Truckee-Tahoe.
www.thevillageatsquaw.com 20 Tahoe Sierra Century,
530-584-6266 The Village at Squaw Valley
USA. Event includes 30, 60, 100
mile rides. Benefi t for the music
31 Alpen Wine Festival, programs for North Tahoe Middle
The Village at Squaw. Wine and High School. www.tahoe-
Tasting, Live Jazz, Silent Auction sierracentury.com 530-584-6266
& Raffl e. $40 for wine benefi t
wine tasting which includes a
Spiegalau crystal souvenir wine 20 Tahoe Big Blue Sprint &
glass. Wine tasting from over 40 Adventure Races, North Lake
vineyards, silent auction and Tahoe. 2 to 4 hour sprint and 6 to
raffl e, and free live music. 12 hour adventure race. Adventure
Benefi ts The Heuga Center, a race series that includes kayaking,
foundation providing wellness a road race, mountain biking, ropes
and education for people with course and orienteering. Pre-regis-
Multiple Sclerosis. 2-5pm tration required. www.bigblue-
www.thevillageatsquaw.com adventure.com 530-546-1019
530-584-6266
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21 Chinese Immigrant October
Experience, Location TBD.
The Friends of the Truckee Library.
530-587-9113
4 Downtown Truckee Wine,
Walk & Shop, Historic Downtown
Truckee. Merchants in historic
24-28 Lake Tahoe Marathon downtown Truckee will offer wine
Week, Various venues at Lake and appetizer tasting to wine lovers,
Tahoe. Run, walk, swim paddle food connoisseurs and shopper
or cycle one or more of the many extraordinaire. 12-4pm; $25 in
events during Lake Tahoe advance; $35 day of. www.truckee-
Marathon week. www.laketahoe- winewalk.com 530-550-2252
marathon.com 530-544-7095
4-5 Donner Party Hike, Truckee
27 Annual Village and Donner Summit. Emigrant history
Oktoberfest, The Village at and more. Enjoy guided, interpre-
Squaw. Traditional Bavarian tive hikes showcasing the spectacular Jack Malone, 7, rides a sheep during mutton bustin’ at the Truckee Championship Rodeo.
Music and Folk Dancers, Benefi t ~ Photo by Emma Garrard
beauty of Donner Summit and learn
Beer Garden, Brats & Kraut and about emigrant history, the building
games. All entertainment at of the transcontinental railroad 11 Chocolate Festival - Tahoe 7-10pm. All proceeds benefi t
Tahoe Women’s Services.
the event is free. 2-6pm. including a walk through snowsheds, Women’s Services, North Tahoe
www.thevillageatsquaw.com high sierra lakes, and more. Contact Conference Center, Kings Beach. www.tahoewomenservices.org
530-584-6266 the Truckee Donner Chamber of An evening of sampling chocolate 775-298-0010
Commerce for more information. desserts, wine tasting, a silent
www.truckee.com 530-587-8808 auction, raffl e and entertainment.
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in restoration all day and half Valley USA. Annual “Festival of
day projects that directly benefi t Lights” begins with the lighting
wildlife habitat and water quality of their holiday tree accompanied
in the Truckee River watershed. by live classical holiday music
Pre-registration is required. All ages and photos with Santa.
welcome. www.truckeeriverday.org www.squaw.com 530-583-6985
530-550-8760
December
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1 Truckee Ski Swap, Truckee Valley USA. Events, activities,
Community Center, Church shopping dining and drink
St. 11am-4pm. Great deals on specials all week long in Squaw
downhill, cross country and Valley. www.squaw.com
snowboarding equipment for the 530-583-6985
entire family. 530-582-7720
1-26 Annual Festival of
8 Cadillac Ball, Rotary Club Lights, The Village at Squaw
of Truckee presents the Cadillac Valley USA. Annual “Festival of
Trails and Vistas under Castle Peak. ~ Photo by Lynn Saunders
Ball’s 30th Anniversary. www. Lights” begins with the lighting
truckeerotary.org 530-587-0493 of their holiday tree accompanied
12 Truckee River Day, Truckee art show, exciting displays to
showcase the Truckee River. by live classical holiday music
area. Come celebrate the river.
Fun and educational activities, Food, music, and contest make 25-30 Annual Festival of and photos with Santa.
for a fun family event. Participate Lights, The Village at Squaw www.squaw.com 530-583-6985
Museums
Western SkiSport was used to build the mines in
Virginia City and the ice was
Museum shipped to San Francisco and
Boreal Mountain Playground other destinations. Many
Hwy 80 at Castle Peak exit charming and historic structures
530-426-3313 have been preserved, including
Exhibits at this museum range the town’s fi rst building, Gray’s
from snowshoes dating back to the Way Station, built in 1863.
1850s to ski equipment spanning Visitors can see the 1868 Truckee
the 20th century. Of special Hotel, then the Whitney House
interest is a pair of eight-foot-long and the Old Jail, constructed in
cross-country skis that may have 1875. The Rocking Stone, a
been used by “Snowshoe” 17-ton stone balanced atop Truckee-Donner Historial Society and Old Jail Museum. ~ Photo by Lauren Shearer
Thompson, who carried mail over another stone, was once used by
the Sierra from 1856 to 1876. The Native Americans to store food education. Their new building Big Bend Visitor Center
museum also presents exciting ski during the winter. The Truckee will be open in the spring of
Donner Chamber of Commerce is 49685 Hampshire Rocks Rd.
fi lms. Open Wednesday-Sunday, 2008. The exterior of their new
located in the railroad depot that museum will be reminiscent of old Hwy 40, at the Big Bend
10am-4pm during ski season. or Rainbow Rd. exits off I-80
was built in 1896. The Visitor an old boathouse, well-suited to
Soda Springs, CA
Emigrant Trail Center offers historic displays, its Lake Tahoe surroundings, with
530-426-3609
information, brochures and self- a spacious open interior design
Museum guided walking tour maps. Hours that will allow visitors to explore www.fs.fed.us/r5/tahoe/
Donner Memorial State Park are 9am-6pm, 7-days a week. the boats in their unique exhibits recreation/big-bend.html
Truckee from all angles. Big Bend Visitor Center is located
530-582-7892 KidZone Museum at 5,900’ in the deep snow country
This museum chronicles westward 11711 Donner Pass Rd., Truckee Truckee-Donner near Donner Summit and is a
emigration, the life-and-death
struggles of the Donner Party,
530-587-5437 Historical Society historic stop on the overland
www.kidzonemuseum.org emigrant trail. The museum is open
and the Truckee region’s history Geared for children from infant to
and Old Jail Saturday and Sunday, 8am-4pm,
through the early 1900s. Exhibits 10 years of age, the KidZone is a Jibboom St. and Spring St. closed noontime for lunch. It is a
include the Hawken Rifl e that wonderful place to play and learn. Truckee registered state historic landmark
William Eddy used to shoot an Complete with an infant/crawler 530-582-0893 located ten miles west of Donner
800-pound grizzly bear in 1846, area fi lled with everything from Owned and operated by the Summit on I-80. Take the Rainbow
and Theodore Judah’s original soft toys and pull-up activities to Truckee Donner Historical or Big Bend exit and follow the
survey map of Lake Bigler, now an indoor play structure, as well Society, the Old Jail served as Ranger Station signs along Old
known as Lake Tahoe. The story as interactive exhibits. There is the area’s only jail until the Hwy 40. You can fi nd information
of the Donner Party is told in a something for everyone. 1960s. When the need for a jail on numerous recreation activities
25-minute video, and the base of Changing interactive exhibits, was proposed in 1873, 19 area in the Tahoe National Forest and
a commemorative statue marks craft making, science and art citizens each paid $25 toward the nearby areas, maps of Tahoe and
the legendary 22-foot snow hands on. Open year round, construction cost of the jail. The other nearby National Forests, and
depth that trapped the famously call for schedule. old museum jail has many photos early emigrant and transportation
unfortunate emigrants during the and memorabilia. The museum history that helped California
winter of 1846-47. The museum
also includes exhibits on native
Tahoe Maritime is open on summer weekends. develop as a state.
The Truckee Donner Historical
American, Chinese immigrant, Museum Society has a summer calendar of Discover the
“mountain man,” Gold Rush 5205 West Lake Blvd.
and railroad history. Open daily Homewood, CA
activities at the historic Old Jail Rock Symbols of
Museum. Contact the Truckee
10am-4pm. 530-525-9253 Chamber of Commerce or our Donner Pass
www.tahoemaritimemuseum.org website at www.truckeehistory. Explore evidence of human
Historic Downtown The Tahoe Maritime Museum tripod.com. Call 530-582-0893 exploration in the Donner Summit
Truckee stimulates interest in, increases for more information. area. Petroglyphs and pictographs,
Truckee Donner knowledge of, and maintains carved and painted symbols on
Chamber of Commerce watercraft and marine artifacts rocks, give clues about the people
signifi cant in Lake Tahoe’s who created them. Tour begins at
530-587-2757
maritime history through the China Wall parking lot on Donner
Truckee has a long history of Summit. Tour held Saturdays in
highest standards of historic
the logging, ice harvesting and late summer. Contact Big Bend
preservation, innovative
railroad industries. The timber Visitor Center for details.
interpretation and public
Truckee Donner Rec & Park
10046 Chruch St., Truckee, CA 96161 · 530-582-7720 · www.tdrpd.com · info@tdrpd.com
Truckee Donner Recreation
Truckee River section of the park for fi shing, the Truckee Disc Golf Course has high school students to hang out.
walking and just plain enjoying. 18 holes. The fi rst hole starts just General public welcome during
Regional Park off the main parking lot. specifi ed hours. Call for details.
Just 1/2-mile south on Brockway Three separate areas at the Truckee
River Regional Park are available
Rd., this park offers 62-acres of
by reservation. The River
Ice Skating at Truckee Activity Center
facilities. These include: two ball
fi elds, three picnic areas with tables, Barbecue by the Truckee River River Regional Park Multi-Use Field
a horse arena, nature trail, tennis features a covered picnic area. The Located in the Truckee River Located next to the Activity
courts, volleyball courts, amphithe- Leisure Area is close to basketball Regional Park, the Truckee Ice Center between the high school
ater, tot lot, basketball courts, new and volleyball courts, with a large Rink features public skating, football fi eld and baseball fi eld.
skate park and disc golf course. group barbecue. The Rodeo Area skate rentals, a snack bar, group
is nicely shaded, near the and private lessons for all age Truckee
Most areas may be reserved by multi-age playground.
application at the Rec/Park offi ce.
groups taught by experienced Community Pool
instructors, broomball leagues,
Truckee Skate Park and more. The outdoor setting
The pool at Tahoe-Truckee High
Nature Trails Located at Truckee River under tall pines, complete with
School is a six-lane, 25-yard indoor
A 0.8 mile nature trail winds facility, complete with one-meter
Regional Park, the 10,000 square bonfi re, overhead lights, and
through Regional Park, exhib- diving board. The pool is available
foot concrete facility is equipped music to skate by, makes for a
iting 12 different native and for rentals. Special times for lap
with skateboarding elements for truly enjoyable outing. Open:
naturalized plant communities of swimming and family swimming.
all age levels and abilities. December through Mid-March.
the Truckee area, with picnic sites Call 530-582-7725 for hours.
Open Tuesday through Sunday.
and benches along the way. The Truckee Disc Golf Course Adult District Residents $4, Meadow Park
river trail provides a connection Located on the backside of Child District Resident $3, Adult
to the beautiful Truckee River Located directly behind the Truckee-
Truckee River Regional Park, Non-Residents $6, Child Non-
Donner Public Utility building at
Resident $5. Rentals $2 per day.
11570 Donner Pass Rd., the park
“Salty” Gebhardt features ball fi elds, restrooms, a
playground, a picnic area and an
Amphitheater open grassy area for play.
This landscaped bowl in the
regional park offers sloped lawn Bill Rose Park
seating for up to 1,600 people. This small neighborhood play
The Amphitheater hosts summer area is located in Gateway, behind
music series and concerts on Tahoe Forest Child Care Center. It
Wednesday nights beginning in features a tot lot and playground
July and may be rented for equipment.
weddings, concerts and events.
River View Sports Park
McIver Arena Thirty-acre park on Joerger Dr.
The arena seats up to 4,000 Featuring multi-purpose fi elds
people and may be rented for for soccer and football, Ultimate
rodeos, concerts or events. Frisbee, softball fi eld, BMX Bike
Track, playground and covered
Community Center picnic area with grill.
The center is located at 10046
Church St., just a block off Glenshire Park
Donner Pass Rd., downtown. The This six-acre park is located
building features an auditorium, adjacent to Glenshire Elementary
kitchen, and meeting rooms School. Facilities include one
available for group rental. The youth ball fi eld and open turf for
grounds include a playground several soccer fi elds.
and lawn.
Veterans Hall
Activity Center This Truckee landmark, located
Located at 11695 Donner Pass at 10214 High St., has complete
Rd., between the middle school handicap accessibility. The
and the high school. This facility building features a gym/
Kevin Miller of Meyers throws his disc into the 12th hole during the annual Hula Bowl features a computer lab, table auditorium, three meeting
Disc Golf at Truckee River Regional Park. ~ Photo by Emma Garrard games and a place for middle and rooms and a kitchen/dining area.
and Park District
West End Beach District residents $10, non-residents

Nestled on the West Shore of $15, plus cleaning deposit and
Donner Lake, this 12-acre beach minimum purchase of 25 non-
facility offers excellent picnic refundable admission tickets.
and barbecue areas for families or
groups. Certified lifeguards Donner Lake Boat
supervise the swim area. Ramp & Public Piers
Activity Areas: Basketball court, These are located on the northwest
tennis court, sand and lawn corner of the lake. 37 public
volleyball, playground area, piers dot the north shoreline for
horseshoe pits, snack bar, fishing, boating or relaxing. Full
paddleboat and kayak rental. season launch passes are available Veterans Hall and the Rocking Stone on High St., Truckee. ~ Photo by Lauren Shearer
at the Rec/Park office Monday
Admission: Adult (18 and up) $3, through Friday. You must bring
youth (17 and under) $2, infants
under 2 are free.
your vessel registration certificate Pavilion on the Point Lake and features bank fishing
to the Rec/Park office when The 30-foot diameter covered and an ADA accessible fishing
Season Passes: First adult: $25.75 purchasing a pass. Up to three pavilion at West End Beach is dock, hand launching of small
for district resident, $36 for boats registered to the same name available for weddings, reunions craft, picnicking areas, restrooms
non-resident. $10.25 for each may use one pass. or special occasions. Call for rates and swimming.
additional district resident, $21 Launch fees: $7 California residents, and information. — For additional information or
for each additional non-resident. $10 out-of-state, $2 parking. small group reservations, call the
Group Picnic Reservations: Make Season launch pass fees: $41.25 Shoreline Park Truckee-Donner Recreation and Park
through the Rec/Park office. California residents, $102.50 Shoreline Park is located midway District at 530-582-7720.
out-of-state residents. on the north shore of Donner
Shopping
530-582-8302
Books, coffee
Fashion/Accessories
Cabona’s
530-587-3161
Men’s and women’s sportswear
Closet Cowgirl
11401 Donner Pass Rd. #1
530-582-7424
Women’s clothing, accessories
Different People
530-587-5370
Clothing and gifts for women
Down by the River Sportswear
Vivian Sabol, owner of Unique Boutique a specialty consignment store in Truckee. ~ Photo by Ryan Salm 10130 Donner Pass Rd.
530-582-1916
Art/Jewelry/Galleries Northstar, 530-562-1419 and Gallery Clothing and gifts for men & women
Jewelry 10064 Donner Pass Rd.
Alpine Mounting Systems 530-587-1280 Great Outdoor Clothing Co.
10095 West River St. Erskine Creative Photography 11310/10122 Donner Pass Rd.
Custom windows, gifts, jewelry
530-582-4790 11200 Donner Pass Rd. #191 530-582-1990
www.tahoeposters.com 530-582-0829 La Galleria Sportswear
Posters, art, frames www.erskinemultimedia.com 10112 Donner Pass Rd.
Photography, art, gallery, printing, 530-587-5444 Isabella O.
Backstreet Framers framing Gifts from around the world 10115 Donner Pass Rd.
10099 Jibboom St. 530-587-1583
530-587-1409 Fair & Green — Riverside Studios Fine women’s clothing
Framing, prints, local artists Gifts with Conscience 10374 Donner Pass Rd.
10382 Donner Pass Rd. Unit 1 530-320-1799 Jackass Ridge Ranch
Carmel Gallery 530-582-0908 Art, pottery 10115 Donner Pass Rd.
10035 Church St. Jewelry, specialty items, gifts 530-587-6660
Behind the Truckee Hotel Vrooman Woodcarvings Ranch clothing, furniture, gifts
530-582-0557 Gallery Keoki and Wildlife Gallery
1850 South Village Rd. #42 10115 Donner Pass Rd. Jordan’s at the Truckee Mercantile
www.thecarmelgallery.com 10052 Donner Pass Rd.
Fine photography and art Olympic Valley 530-587-8104
530-583-1404 Wildlife sculptures, paintings, gifts 530-582-1252
Carole Sesko www.gallerykeoki.com Antiques, clothing
Contemporary Art White Buffalo
Photographs, artwork Marilyn’s Catwalk
10950 A Industrial Ste. 102 10116 Donner Pass Rd.
Gioielli 530-587-4446 10058 Donner Pass Rd.
530-412-0639 530-587-7467
www.carolesesko.com 10280 Donner Pass Rd. Southwestern jewelry, art, decor
530-582-4464 Women’s clothing, cat items
Contemporary art and design
Beads, jewelry, gifts Books/Music Sassafras
Coeur De Lion Between the Notes 11260 Donner Pass Rd. #7
10192 Donner Pass Rd. Glasform Glassblowing /
Hacker Metal Sculptures Music & More 530-587-5883
530-550-0460 11075 Donner Pass Rd. Women’s clothing, gifts, jewelry
Jewelry, specialty items 10065 Donner Pass Rd.
530-587-8460 530-582-9378
Guitars, instruments, rentals The Pharmacy & Boudoir
Drake & Lulu’s Art Shed Glass, metal sculpture, art 10072 Donner Pass Rd.
10382 Donner Pass Rd. Unit 5 Bookshelf Stores Inc. 530-582-1668
530-550-9610 High Mountain Imagery
6873 North Lake Blvd. #3 11310 Donner Pass Rd. Ste. A Body, bath, lingerie, jewelry
Custom Jewelry, clothing designer 530-582-0515
Tahoe Vista, CA The Treehouse
Double Diamond Jewelry 530-546-0413 Books, magazines, cards, gifts
400 Squaw Creek Rd. Fine art, prints Truckee Book & Bean 530-587-4883
Olympic Valley, 530-581-5321 10009 West River St. Children’s clothing and gifts
5001 Northstar Dr. JoAnne’s Stained Glass
Shopping
Tahoe Truckee Factory Stores Fabric, sewing accessories
Dylan’s Delights
925-935-7050
10087 West River St.
Bass, Geoffrey Beane, Hanes,
530-582-4770
Izod, Van Heusen
Treats and toys for girls and boys
The Treasure Chest
Elizabeth’s Creations
530-587-8732
530-587-6965
Children’s thrift store benefitting the
www.tahoefl owers.com
KidZone Museum
Full service florist Sign at the Pour House, Jibboom St., Truckee. ~ Photo by Lauren Shearer
Truckee Shoe Company
EventMasters
10118 Donner Pass Rd. Ste. #2 Pet Station 530-587-6053
10607 West River St. #2
530-582-4074 11429 Donner Pass Rd. Quilting and sewing supplies
530-587-2844
Jewelry, clothing, boots, shoes 530-550-7329
www.eventmastersusa.com Rite Aid
Unique Boutique Party favors, gift cards, party rentals Pet supplies
Vivian’s Vintage and Vogue The Pour House 530-587-5296
Finnegan’s Finds and Antiques
10925 West River St. 10075 Jibboom St. Variety store, drug store
10031 West River St.
530-582-8484 530-550-9664
530-550-0421 Scraps Dog Bakery
Vintage clothing and unique finds www.thepourhousetruckee.com
Victorian era antiques and collectibles 10250 Donner Pass Rd.
Wine dealer
Specialty Flower Power 530-582-5044
10075 West River St. Quilters Haven Pet supplies, gear, vet-approved
Blooms and Zooms 11025 Pioneer Tr., #103 freshly baked treats, bones
530-550-1801
Full service florist
530-550-0442
Flowers, vases, plants, balloons, Lather & Fizz Bath Boutique
portrait and event photography 1850 Village South Rd. #44
Olympic Valley, CA
Bud’s Sporting Goods
530-584-6001
and Fountain
www.latherandfi zz.com
Bath, shower products
530-587-3177
Fishing equipment, worms, ice cream Longs Drugs
11411 Deerfi eld Dr.
Cooking Gallery
530-587-5770
Variety store, sporting goods
530-587-8303
Gourmet kitchenware and tabletops Paper Paradise
11429 Donner Pass Rd. #3
Donna’s Stitchery
530-550-7990
12219 Business Park Dr.
www.truckeepaperparadise.com
530-587-6708
Scrapbooking supplies
• T-shirts • Souveniers
• Toys • Stationery
• Games • Crafts & Yarn
• Gifts • Candy
Best
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10088 Donner Pass Rd., Historical Truckee • 530.587.3117
Shopping
Sierra Shades and Optical Olympic Valley, CA Head North Start Haus
10128 Donner Pass Rd. 530-584-6006 11429 Donner Pass Rd. 10990 Donner Pass Rd.
530-587-6698 Make your own candle 530-587-2524 530-582-5781
Sunglasses, prescriptions, hats, watches Ski and board shop catering to young www.starthaus.com
Sweets Handmade Candies
Sporting Goods ski racers Ski racing products and services
10118 Donner Pass Rd. and Equipment Longs Drugs Tahoe Dave’s Ski & Board
530-587-6556 Black Tie Ski Rentals 11411 Deerfi eld Dr. 10200 Donner Pass Rd.
Handmade candies Truckee 530-587-5770 530-582-0900
530-550-1092 Drug store, variety store www.tahoedaves.com
Tahoe Candle
www.blacktieskis.com Ski, board equipment, clothing, rentals
10128 Donner Pass Rd. Mountain Hardware & Sports
530-587-7996 Ski and snowboard rentals delivered 11320 Donner Pass Rd. Thin Air Motorsports
Creative candles and holders right to your door 530-587-4844 10689 East River St.
Cycle Paths Hardware supplies, sporting goods 530-582-8081
Tails by the Lake
10990 Donner Pass Rd. www.thinairmoto.com
1850 Village South Rd. #156, Paco’s Truckee Bike & Ski
530-582-1890 ATV, snowmobile, jet ski sales & service
Olympic Valley, CA 11200-6 Donner Pass Rd.
530-583-9247 www.cyclepaths.com 530-587-5561 The BackCountry
Pet supplies Road and mountain bikes, service, www.pacosbikeandski.com 11400 Donner Pass Rd.
repairs, demos, tours Bike and cross country ski shop 530-582-0909
Truckee Variety Co.
Granite Chief Sporting goods, equipment, rentals
10088 Donner Pass Rd. Porters Sports
530-587-3117 11368 Donner Pass Rd. 11391 Deerfi eld Dr. The Sports Exchange
Toys, t-shirts, gifts, arts, crafts 530-587-2809 530-587-1500 10095 West River St.
Ski, board equipment, clothing, rentals www.porterstahoe.com 530-582-4510
Waxen Moon Squaw Valley
Ski, board equipment, clothing, rentals www.truckeesportsexchange.com
1850 Village South Rd. #53
Shopping
Ski and board sales, service, rentals European Ski Antiques Mountain Hardware & Sports 530-587-0948
kayaks, climbing gym, apparel & Fine Furnishings 11320 Donner Pass Rd. Art, furniture, window treatments,
40153 Truckee Tahoe 530-587-4844 flooring, gifts
Totally Board
Airport Rd., Building 1 www.mountainhardwareandsports.com
10060 Bridge St. The Rock Garden
530-587-3882 Hardware, paint, electrical, plumbing,
530-582-1584 10642 Pioneer Tr.
www.euroskiantiques.com furnishings, garden, sporting goods
www.totallyboardtruckee.com 530-582-3610
Distinctive ski cabin antiques, decor
Snowboards, boots, gear Mountain Home Center www.rock-garden.com
Gratitudes Gifts 11403 Brockway Rd. Natural stone & tile, flooring, fireplaces
Home & Garden/ and Home Decor 530-587-6681, 800-517-6262
Tahoe Tree Company
Fireplace/Stove/Patio 10112 Donner Pass Rd. www.mountainhomecenter.com
10739 Glenshire Dr.
530-587-6858 Wood, gas stoves, fireplaces, hot tubs,
Alpine Stove and Chimney 530-582-8101
www.tahoegiftbaskets.com saunas, barbecues, outdoor furnishings
10707 West River St. Landscaping services, nursery
Gifts, furnishings, baskets, collectibles
Building 1, Ste. B Reno Gallery of Furniture
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www.alpinestoves.com 11890 Donner Pass Rd. 800-787-4223
530-582-1070
Stoves, fireplaces, spas, sales and 530-582-6866 www.renofurniture.com
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Antique furnishings, gifts
Furnishings, interior design
Consignment Home Riverstone Home and Garden
Villager Nursery Inc.
Furnishings of Truckee Mountain Comfort Furniture 10344 Donner Pass Rd.
11025 Pioneer Tr., #104 11464 Donner Pass Rd. 530-582-5549
530-587-0771
530-550-9661 530-550-5321 Accessories for home and garden
www.villagernursery.com
www.consignfurnishingstruckee.com www.mountaincomfort.net
Spirit Interior Design & Gallery Botanical nursery, Sierra specific
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Inspiration for the Arts
In the late 1800s, Brickelltown, One of the most recognizable And not all
on the west side of downtown additions to Truckee’s art movement art is des-
Truckee, was known for its is the Titus Garage in Brickelltown. tined for
thriving lumber industry. The cozy building is now home a canvas.
to Drake and Lulu’s, which is just InnerRhythms
Now, the collection of historic
one of Brickelltown’s art outlets. Dance
buildings is transforming into a
Theater is in
vibrant local arts district. Several buildings restored by
its fi fth year
Clarin are now home to a number
“We’re revitalizing what was once as a dance
of retail businesses, including
a dead area of town,” said Mitch studio.
Riverside Studios, Fair & Green,
Clarin, who owns the buildings Artistic
and The Feather’s Edge. Artists
where a number of boutiques are Director
feature handmade wares and works
located. “It’s a great showcase of Elizabeth
of art from photography and
local talent.” Archer offers
watercolors to hand knits
classes in bal-
With the Artisan’s Market Place and ceramics.
let, jazz, tap,
and The Feather’s Edge Finery hip-hop, and
Meanwhile, longtime Truckee
recently joining the cluster of belly dancing
artist Carole Sesko has a new stu-
crafty shops, the synergy of the for students
dio. She says the studio is a place
artistic center is fi nally coming ages three to
for artists to work on projects,
together, said Clarin. adult. Check
and presents a resource for artists
“I tried to get tenants that would to discuss their work. Carole out www.in-
intermingle and create an artisans Sesko Contemporary Art studio is nerrhythms.
village,” he said. “That vision is located at 10950 A Industrial Wy. org for class
in Truckee. schedules. The Kruger C.B. White House building, Brickelltown, Truckee.
fi nally being realized.”
~ Photo by Lauren Shearer
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foothills of the Sierra Nevada where Hampton Inn & Suites, the na-
excitement soars to spectacular new tional brand of mid-priced hotels, www.innattruckee.com Situated in the Olympic Village,
heights. This casino/hotel combines has opened a 109-room Inn with An alpine mountain inn with the PlumpJack Squaw Valley Inn
a dynamic casino, luxurious hotel spacious, comfortable guest rooms 42 well-appointed guest rooms. was built in 1959 as a home for
and delectable cuisine. Just minutes and suites with all the creature Continental breakfast, indoor hot the 1960 Olympic delegation.
from Reno and the California comforts of home and offi ce. tub/sauna. Pet friendly.
border, it’s the route to take for Stylish ambiance, charming décor It features 61 rooms and luxury
and creative details deliver the suites with amenities such as
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Olympic Village Inn down comforters and feather
extensive amenities, an indoor pool 1909 Chamonix Pl.
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of enhanced amenities includes On Olympic Valley, CA slippers and concierge services.
Boreal Mountain The House® hot breakfast, outdoor 530-581-6000 Completely renovated in 1995 to
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530-426-1012, 530-426-3666 natural splendor of the Sierra Lodges
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The Boreal Motel is just 1/4 mile 10527 Coldstream Rd. you to experience the beauty and Cal Lodge
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accommodate 1 to 4 people. within walking distance to Donner array of world class activities from sleeping accommodations for 42
Lake, minutes to ski resorts, river world-class skiing, water sports, people. Some bunk bed areas for
The Cedar House rafting, golfi ng, fi shing, water hiking, biking and more! women and men and some private
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530-582-5655 deluxe continental breakfast. Squaw Valley Inn to cook your own food or for
1920 Squaw Valley Rd. groups of 10 or more the chef can
www.cedarhousesporthotel.com The Inn at Truckee prepare your meals with enough
Olympic Valley, CA
Edgy European style comes to 11506 Deerfield Dr. notice. 2.4 miles from gas station.
the mountains with this 42-room 530-583-1576, 800-323-7666
hotel that boasts custom designed 530-587-8888, 888-773-6888 www.plumpjack.com
Chalet View Lodge Ice Lakes Lodge Rainbow Lodge every day, all year for lodging.
72056 Hwy 70 1111 Soda Springs Rd. Rainbow Rd. exit off I-80 Also on-site is the Calpine Bar
Graeagle, CA & Lounge, the Bear Paw Dining
Soda Springs, CA 530-426-3871, 800-666-3871 Room and the Sugarpine Banquet
800-510-view 530-426-7660, 800-666-3871 www.royalgorge.com Hall. Near golfing in Graeagle,
www.chaletviewlodge.com www.icelakeslodge.com Located in the majestic Sierra, on a fishing in the Feather River,
Located between Graeagle and This charming 26-room chalet is bend in the Yuba River, this lodge hiking, snowmobiling and more.
Portola, this lodge provides 28 located on the shore of Serene Lakes is a step back in time. Built in the
luxurious rooms. There’s a Starbucks, in the Tahoe Basin. Only minutes 1920s of local granite and hand-hewn Stanford Alpine Chalet
wireless internet, and flat screen from five alpine ski resorts and timber, featuring 32 charming 1980 Chalet Rd.
LCD TVs. There are full kitchens, the largest cross country resort rooms. Guests are treated to a full Alpine Meadows
BBQs, concierge services and in America. Ideal for weddings, American breakfast in the Engadine 530-583-1550
a continental breakfast buffet. corporate retreats, and family Café which serves excellent French
Enjoy the spa and swimming and Californian cuisine. Lunch and www.stanfordalpinelodge.com
gatherings. Enjoy the exquisite
pool, tennis, par three golf course fine dining, lake view bar, relax dinner are also a treat, as specials This mountain retreat, located at
and more. by the fire, or just take in the are created daily using only the base of Alpine Meadows ski
spectacular views. the freshest ingredients and resort, offers individual accom-
Clair Tappaan Lodge incorporating seasonal delights. modations, and is also available
Donner Pass Rd., Norden, CA Loch Leven Lodge for exclusive group rentals. There
530-426-3632, 800-679-6775 13855 Donner Pass Rd. Sierra Valley Lodge are 14 rooms with private baths
Main St., Calpine, CA and majestic views. A great place
www.sierraclub.org 530-587-3773, 877-436-6637 for a wedding, family reunion, or
A rustic mountain lodge at the www.lochlevenlodge.com 530-994-3367, 800-858-0322 other group event.
top of Donner Pass owned and This intimate lodge on the edge www.sierravalleylodge.net
operated by the Sierra Club.
Reservations are required. Bring
of Donner Lake consists of eight This lodge, formerly the Calpine
Village Resort, has remained as a
Bed & Breakfasts
units — seven with kitchen
your own pillows, sleeping bag, facilities. It has a 5,000 sq. ft. center for food, drinks and lodging Always Inn — Tahoe
toiletries, etc. Meals included. redwood deck and an outdoor in the Sierra Valley since 1919.
Participation in one chore spa overlooking the lake and Sawing Logs Lodging offers rooms Bed & Breakfast
required. surrounding mountains. There are that are a unique retreat, with no 10108 Soda Springs Rd.
accommodations for boat moorage. TVs or phones. Pets are allowed in Soda Springs, CA
some rooms for an extra fee. Open 530-426-3010, 877-568-2463
Lodging
www.alwaysinn.com is a West End Donner Lake cabin elegance of this 1880s Victorian Award for Historic Restoration,
Escape to a Sierra hideaway in Soda called the Squirrel’s Nest, where mansion. Eight rooms, six have the hotel fi rst served as a stage
Springs. Ideal for weekend getaways, pets are allowed. private baths; two adjoining coach stop. Features four fl oors
small weddings, conferences and suites share a bath. Full buffet with 37 guest rooms, eight with
retreats. Four unique guest rooms Hania’s Bed breakfast and 24 hour access to private baths and clawfoot tubs.
offer TV/VCR, CD, fi replace and & Breakfast the refreshment center. The rest with spotless baths and
private baths. Sumptuous showers just down the hall. Sump-
10098 High St. The River Street Inn tuous continental breakfast. Late
California breakfast. Always Inn
is surrounded by the Yuba River. 530-582-5775, 888-600-3735 10009 East River St. afternoon tea with a light repast.
www.hanias.com 530-550-9290
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10070 Gregory Pl. overlooking Historical Downtown
Located in Historic Downtown
530-587-5574 Truckee. Decorated in rustic
Truckee, The River Street Inn has Northstar-at-Tahoe™
mountain style with European Northstar Dr. off Hwy 267
www.donnerlakeinn.com combined history with luxurious
elegance. Rooms with queen beds/ 530-562-1010, 800-466-6784
Located across the street from comfort in this 11 room B&B.
private baths. Gourmet breakfast,
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welcoming living areas and great- continental breakfast. on Hwy 267. Offering lodge type
10154 High St.
room with fi replace, library, kitchen rooms in the village with con-
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lake. Close to skiing, shopping and Step back into the charm of the 530-587-4444, 800-659-6921 along with mountain biking and
restaurants in historic Truckee, and Old West, enjoy the view of the www.thetruckeehotel.com summer sports all conveniently
Lake Tahoe. Also available for rent surrounding Sierra peaks and the and centrally located. Northstar
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also hosts a variety of special to a place in time. Enjoy the eight
events and entertainment. classic log cabins nestled near in a
wooded glen or try out the five new
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400 Squaw Creek Rd. able beds, BBQ grills, picnic tables
Olympic Valley, CA and steps from the Yuba River.
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Nestled at the base of Squaw Valley Lodging
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center, ski-in/ski-out access, designated parking area, and hike
golf course, ice-skating rink, or ski the 3.9 miles to the lodge.
swimming pools, and waterslide. Baggage can be hauled for you to
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Squaw Valley Lodge with its own bath (3 with Jacuzzi
tubs), parlor stove, mini fridge, and
201 Squaw Peak Rd.
are attached to the great room and
Olympic Valley, CA
kitchen. The kitchen is stocked with
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www.squawvalleylodge.com must bring their own groceries.
Offering luxurious ski-in, ski-out The Lost Trail Lodge offers modern
condominium-style luxury suites amenities in a rustic atmosphere,
on the magnificent Sierra slopes of making for a comfortable backcountry
Squaw Valley USA. Enjoy all the destination. Dogs are allowed in
comforts of home with the service cabins, but not in common rooms.
and amenities of a luxury lodge.
Suites range from studios to 3 bed-
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There are many vacation rentals
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Truckee, 530-587-4525
11820 Eagle Lakes Rd.
All sizes of dogs are welcome.
Soda Springs, CA The Cedar House Sport Hotel
There is a $25 one-time fee.
530-587-5160
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Sport Hotel Truckee, 530-587-8888
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Lost Trail Lodge
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Chalet View Lodge Dogs are allowed in the cabins Carla and Spud in the fields of Jackson Meadows, Truckee. ~ Photo by Brian Babbitt
Graeagle, 800-510-8439 (VIEW) and outdoors, but not in the

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Florian’s Fine Wine & Specialty Foods · · ·59 Pianeta Cucina Italiana · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·57 Truckee Tahoe Airport · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·67
For Goodness Sake · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·29 Pharmacy, The · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·87 Truckee Variety Co.· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·73
Full Belly Deli · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·61 Piper’s Patisserie · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·87 Truckee Tahoe Medical Group · · · · · · · · · ·58
Gary Davis Group · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·43 Precision Flooring· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·6 Winterland Golf Studio · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·43
Photo Contest Winners
The Sierra Sun Newspaper and the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce would like to thank everyone who submitted photos to our annual
Truckee Visitor Guide photo contest. We received hundreds of entries, and we appreciate the community’s contributions. Following is a review
of the photos used, in the order they were used in the publication.
Thank you again, and keep shooting throughout the year. We look forward to seeing the entries next year!
Seth Lightcap ~ cover Mary Serrano ~ cover Olof Carmel ~ cover Ellie Krauss ~ page 8 and 13
Mary Serrano ~ page 8 and 35 Olof Carmel ~ page 12 Peg Friesen ~ page 13 Olof Carmel ~ page 16
Olof Carmel ~ page 26 Michael Monroe ~ page 27 Rodger DeVore ~ page 27 Alexis Pollock ~ page 27
Peg Friesen ~ page 28 Olof Carmel ~ page 31 Laurie Scheibner ~ page 32 Laurie Scheibner ~ page 32
Laurie Scheibner ~ page 34 Lorea Beshears ~ page 35 Michael Monroe ~ page 35 Olof Carmel ~ page 35
Mary Serrano ~ page 35 Jeff Sullivan ~ page 35 Mike Spaulding ~ page 35 Marilyn Crang ~ page 37
Seth Lightcap ~ page 39 Michael Monroe ~ page 40 Roger Burns ~ page 41 Tracey Capan ~ page 44
Barbara Sullivan ~ page 45 Olof Carmel ~ page 48 Tracey Capan ~ page 49 Olof Carmel ~ page 63
Olof Carmel ~ page 78 Brian Babbitt ~ page 82
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