Northstar California Resort features 3,170 skiable acres, 20 lifts, 100 ski/snowboard trails, 8 of the nation's best terrain parks, the largest and most powerful snowmaking system in Lake Tahoe, and the largest lift-served mountain bike park in Northern California.
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort is committed to being the best place for family fun and learning in the Tahoe region. It offers a unique family experience and is known for the successful learn to ski program.
Donner Lake is a freshwater lake in Northeast California on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada and about 20 miles (32 km) northwest of the much larger Lake Tahoe.
Truckee is a town located in Nevada County, California, USA. It is situated in the Sierra Nevada mountains and is known for its picturesque scenery and outdoor recreational opportunities. As of the 2010 United States Census, the population was 16,180.
The KidZone Museum is a popular children's museum located in Truckee, California, USA. The museum offers a range of interactive exhibits and programs designed to engage children's imagination and creativity, while also promoting learning and development.
Purchased by the Land Trust in 2010 and conveyed to California State Parks in 2012 as an addition to Donner Memorial State Park, Donner Summit Canyon is the gateway to perhaps the most important square mile in California’s history.
This 1,659-foot Historic Summit Tunnel is an old abandoned railroad tunnel and is one of the best hikes in the area. It was the railroad built by Chinese workers that completed in August 1867.
Piping Rock Equestrian Center is an equestrian center committed to fostering horsemanship in the community. It welcomes all skill levels here to make new friends and create new memories. It offers trail rides to the public, summer camps for kids, and a year-around riding academy.
A granite paradise in the subalpine! Donner Summit is located a short distance from Truckee. Get there by taking a scenic drive along Donner Lake and up Donner Pass Road. The view are immaculate, and once there, outdoor adventure is endless. You'll find deep snow, quiet off the beaten path locales, and a fascinating history that spans thousands of years.
Donner Memorial State Museum opened in 2015 and features artifacts and stories of the Emigrant Experience--including that of the Donner Party, the Land of the Washoe, Chinese construction of the railroad and early motoring adventures over Donner Pass.