About
Truckee, CA
Truckee River flows in the countryside in Truckee, California. Known as the "Base Camp for a Big Life," Truckee is nestled scenically in the Sierra Nevada mountains in the north of the state. It was incorporated only in 1993, quickly becoming a hot-spot destination for outdoor enthusiasts of any pursuits, and continues to evolve. Truckee is a renowned skiing getaway with surrounding resorts and slopes perfect for mountain biking during summer. There are also great trails for scenic hikes amidst springtime wildflowers, and soaking up the gentle sunshine on a summer's day along the expansive shores of the beautiful Donner Lake.
The Legacy Trail winds picturesquely along the Truckee River with walkers, joggers, and bikers aplenty through any season. The lesser-trekked Trout Creek Trail offers serene strolls with easy access to the Truckee downtown area. The historic central district brims with local culture in a variety of shops and restaurants, including some that starred on Food Network. It is truly a quintessential little mountain town, with the shoulder seasons calling for warm-weather strolls along the river parallel to the main drag. Truckee, flowing through the eastern portion of Sierra's crest passes Nevada, the Reno area, and onto Pyramid Lake.READ MORETruckee RiverThese one-of-kind river towns brim with scenic beauty for waterside respite from the big city. The picturesque shores come spliced with trails, while the downtowns await to exceed the expectations of the hungry explorers, shopaholics, and culture-starved tourists.
