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    Truckee River Regional Park

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    Amphitheatre stage
    Tracy B.

    6.24.23: On Saturday I was lucky enough to attend the 3rd annual Truckee Reggae Fest. I've been here many times before for live music and other various events. First of all, Truckee is beautiful in itself. Secondly, the park is green and well kept. Public restrooms were open and clean. Lastly, the amphitheatre part of the park is tucked away and slopes down like a traditional amphitheatre and is a grassy hill. More towards the stage, the ground flattens out and is landscaped with hard sand, if you know what I mean. The sound projects really nicely throughout the amphitheatre and is one of my favorite local-ish venues. Whether you're a local or a tourist or just happened to stumble by in passing travels, I highly suggest checking out an event here or just making a day for a picnic. Worth noting, from June 21 to Aug 30, every Wednesday there's live music in the park. I've provided the website of this summer's schedule: https://www.tdrpd.org/219/Music-in-the-Park

    2-5 year old play area
    Kassandra I.

    What a great park! This park is huge and beautiful. There's fields for games, a softball field, a skate park, and a jungle gym. The play area is nice and has lots of different options. They have a big play structure, as well as a small area for 2-5 year olds and swings. There's a train track running around the kids play area. This park would be perfect in the summer, as there are lots of trees for shade! The bathrooms were not in service when I went, but it could just be due to the time of year.

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    Steve A.

    Another big park in this area. It has some fantastic scenery. Truckee River Regional Park is my favorite of those in northern Tahoe. Lots to see around here. You can also find many facilities for athletics, cooking, and other things. It covers a big area. Located on the south side of town where there's mostly not a lot going on. That's one of the appeals of this. Lots of scenery here to take in. The area is wide open except for the many trees. Good to come here in any weather because the scenery is always beautiful. The summers are good for cookouts and hiking. Many people come to Truckee for the skiing and this is a popular place for some of that, so that time it can get busy. There's also an ice rink for some other winter activities besides just skiing. Come here any time of the year and it's fun. It's a good place for being outdoors. The weather can change quickly so bring seasonably appropriate clothing and other things.

    Sledding!
    Max E.

    Great sledding hill past the back of the parking lot! Bring some sleds and hot cocoa and enjoy watching the trains go by!

    Linda H.

    Beautiful and peaceful. One of the benefits of living in Northern Nevada, not far from this mountain town of Truckee. Love the smell of the pine trees. Spring in this area is lovely with the weather being warmer but still having snow on the ground in some areas. Not many people out and about but it was Easter Sunday and I imagine people were visiting with their families doing their holiday thing. Pleasant walk and photo op. Some were out playing baseball. Some were riding bikes on the trail. Somewhere there is/was a ice rink. Didn't see it though

    Cory P.

    We decided to do something outdoors today (4/16/18) and one of my friend's coworkers mentioned this trail. The park itself has a lot of facilities including a BBQ area, ball fields, a disk golf course, an amphitheater, and much more. Granted it was snowing so mostly everything was covered but I can definitely see this park active during the summer. The trail besides the river is paved and very easy. The sounds of the Truckee River rushing with force from the continued snow melt was therapeutic. The light snow added a nice effect too. Highly recommend if you're looking for a nice stroll.

    Bonnie Z.

    I came here for ice skating the past weekend. My group and I arrived at around 4 pm on a Saturday and it wasn't super crowded. The prices here are super reasonable. It was $6 for admission and $3 for skate rentals, with no time limit. The rink is situated outdoors, in the middle of a park with lots of trees. The rink itself was a bit small compared to your typical indoor rink, but I was still able to skate pretty fast and I had a lot of fun! If you're hoping to practice some pro moves though, this is probably not the rink for you. What really made this place stand out was the ambiance. The vibe here is super nice and romantic. They have string lights above the rink that lit up as the sun started setting. The sky, the trees, the air, were all perfect. There were also plenty of benches if you want to rest or just observe. They also sell hot chocolate, hot cider, and some other snacks. If you've decided to sit out on skiing/snowboarding, I highly recommend coming here to spend your afternoon!

    Train
    Miyako M.

    This park is really cool for toddlers. There is plenty of shaded areas. Two play structures, one for older kids and one for younger kids. Surrounding the park is a toddler train that operates during summer months. This park is equipped with picnic tables, bbqs, grass area, bathrooms, and a skatepark.

    Playground for the kids
    Linda C.

    Cute parked tucked away in Truckee. This is where local softball leagues play during the summer. This cute park offers more than meets the eye. A great place to hold birthday parties because their is much for the children to do. Besides the playground, they offer train rides to children of all ages. They even have locals dressed as a sheriff and miner walking around the park to engage the children. The sheriff just stop to talk with us and warned us to watch our dog because they were planning a train robbery and a couple gun shots would be going off. How cute is that!! Another park employee came around to give coloring books and train tokens to all the children. There is also a skate park for the older children. Wow, what a place!

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    Beautiful location. Could use more amenities for spectators. Was here for a baseball tournament

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    Simply gorgeous! Spent a lot of time at China Cove Beach and it was perfect. Plenty of parking and clean bathrooms.

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    Awesome playground for kids! Trains, climbing spaces, and swings. Big trees with sone good shade as well as grass in the summer.

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    Donner Memorial State Park - Some boats you can rent by the lakeside

    Donner Memorial State Park

    4.2(169 reviews)
    3.4 mi

    Absolutely gorgeous park with such a rich and heartbreaking history. It's very well-maintained,…read moreespecially the monument erected on 1918 to remember the ill fated Donner Party. There is a museum with educational videos and displays of the Donner Party and the history behind the Chinese immigrants who built the railroad. The gift shop is well priced for the type of shop, and the buildings are all very clean. Great customer service. The park itself is an amazing place to visit and walk, even in the snow. You truly feel one with nature as you soak in the history and peaceful setting. Would absolutely one million percent recommend, and I'm so grateful to my best friend for bringing me here.

    Features: Abundant…read moreparking, an all-levels hiking trail; a small-if-useful museum with lots o' info about the history of the Donner Party and people heading west through the Sierras; snow, if you come on the right days. I dunno--what were you looking for out of a drive up a mountain in winter to learn about people getting stranded for making bad choices about winter in the mountains? It seems like a pretty good metaphor for something. They (the signs and the local authorities enforcing them) threaten that tire chains are necessary during winter weather events (which was most certainly a thing that was happening during our trip), but they seem to give you a pass for AWD and snow tires. Bring chains if that's not what you're driving.

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    West End Beach - Beautiful kid's park on the beach!

    West End Beach

    4.4(31 reviews)
    6.1 mi

    My favorite beach in the Tahoe Truckee area. I love it even more then King's beach. Why do I love…read moreit so much. Usually parking isn't an issues. This time there weren't any parking spaces in the lot. We went around twice, but no cigar. We ended up finding a place on the street across from the back entrance. We lucked out. I also love that it's not as busy as kings beach. This time it was packed, but we still found 2 great spots. One in the shade and another in the sun right there on the sand and steps away from the lake. They offer boat rentals: Pedal boats and canoes or kayaks, I wasn't close to tell, it was one or the other. They also have 2 lifeguards on duty. If you get the munchies or are thirsty thy have a snack-shack. Unfortunately they were out of hot dogs. And lastly they have pretty clean bathrooms. 2 stalls in one and a family bathroom. They also have tennis courts. And a Basketball court and play structure for the kiddos. If you want a picnic table you can reserve one or just arrive early. If you want pick of spots arrive early. If you want a parking spot luck out when someone leaves or arrive early. Summer time is a prime time to come. It's $12 per person during the summer. If you come before the 4th of July the snack-shack is closed, but it's free to enter and there is plenty of parking. We usually come before the 4th of July so we were surprised to see some many people and a packed parking lot, but we totally get it, It was a perfect day. In the 80's not to hot or cold. They have a swimming area which the lifeguards patrol. It's pretty shallow near shore. If you bring your paddle board like many people do you can do this outside the swimming area. You are allowed to bring inflatables. Someone had a giant unicorn and another party had a giant round party float. I'd return, but I'd go earlier in the day if I come in the summer time to ensure we get a parking space. We arrived around 1pm and I believe it opens around 10 or 11am. So we weren't so late. There were just a lot of early birds.

    Drove here from Sacramento for the day and had an absolute blast! Water was clear and gorgeous…read morescenery. The sand was actual beach-like sand and they had plenty of space to set up our small tent. Make sure to come early as finding parking is a nightmare. I believe we arrived around 8/9am on a Saturday and most of the parking spots were already taken.

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    Donner Lake

    Donner Lake

    4.8(77 reviews)
    5.9 mi

    Right off of I-80 in Truckee this is one of the coolest…read moreplaces of the Sierra. Donner Lake is a true mountain getaway for activities from boating & fishing in the summer to snowshoeing in winter. Although it's a fraction in size to its bigger sibling Lake Tahoe, it offers a more relaxed alternative and just as many options of things to do on and off the water. Don't miss Donner State Park while visiting the lake. It is a giant part of local history.

    Backround On Donner Lake: Named after the Donner Party, a group of pioneers who became trapped in…read morethe Sierra Nevada Mountains during the winter of 1846-47. The lake was originally known as Truckee Lake, but was renamed in their memory. The Donner Party's ill-fated journey and subsequent struggle for survival has made the area a place of both historical significance and tragedy Background On Visit: Reading articles about things to do near Lake Tahoe, we decided to visit this place. Location/Parking: Located along Donner Pass Rd.. Free parking on the west end of the lake. Ambiance: The views of the pine trees and water are very nice when you drive along Donner Pass Rd.. Probably be more enjoyable as a passenger. Perhaps next time. Entertainment: 1) Boating and Water Sports: Rent boats, kayaks, paddleboards, or hydrobikes at Donner Lake Watersports. 2) Fishing: Donner Lake is known for kokanee salmon and various trout species. 3) Swimming: Enjoy the lifeguard-staffed West End Beach Park or swim at the public piers. 4) Hiking Trails Donner Lake For Thought: Choose Donner Lake for a more serene and accessible experience with a unique history and warmer water. :)

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    Donner Lake - 10.06.24 California's Donner Lake got its name from the Donner Party

    10.06.24 California's Donner Lake got its name from the Donner Party

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    Truckee Legacy Trail - Glenshire - Sunset in January over the bridge - 5:30pm time mid January

    Truckee Legacy Trail - Glenshire

    4.8(13 reviews)
    3.8 mi

    Got an early weekday start this morning on the trail. Started from Truckee Regional Park (free…read moreparking) and headed east to Glenshire parking. 4.53 miles with 213' vertical gain at approximately 5700' elevation. A popular ride along the Truckee river. The City has a lot of pride in this trail. Fully paved and well maintained. This trail has a lot of bike riders, families and dog walkers. Just note: lots of dogs off leash. Bike or walk the trail and then meander into downtown nearby for lunch or dinner. A perfect plan to enjoy a beautiful day in the Truckee area.

    "Great place for a run, bike ride, or stroll."…read more This is one of the more well-known trails in Truckee. I call it a trail, but it's really paved. There is a nice little parking area at the trailhead off Glenshire. You can take the trail all the way to downtown Truckee. It's a beautiful vista, and obviously popular with the locals. Not long after leaving the trailhead, I spotted remnants of a dam. I'm told there used to be an ice block business located right there. The dam created a pond, used to cut ice blocks from. The day that I visited there were tons of bikers and walkers. Most of the bikers had e-bikes. Some go fast, so be aware. If you enjoy the hobby of geocaching, there are tons of geocaches along this trail. Keep in mind there aren't any facilities or water along this trail. At least, none that I saw.

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    Truckee Legacy Trail - Glenshire - Early morning walks with the dogs!

    Early morning walks with the dogs!

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    Geocache hidden under a big boulder

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    Pacific Crest Trail - Flora Lake

    Pacific Crest Trail

    5.0(3 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    This review covers two different PCT routes-- The Castle Peak Trail and the Mount Judah Loop trail…read more CASTLE PEAK TRAIL: This moderately strenuous hike will take you to the top of Castle Peak, elevation 9,100 feet. Hiking poles are recommended, as there are sections of loose gravel along the trail, very slippery. Coming from the Sacramento area, you take the Boreal exit and turn left. MOUNT JUDAH LOOP: From Sacramento, get off I-80 at Soda Springs. Trailhead is just past the access road to Sugar Bowl, on Donner Pass Road (the old US Highway 40 and a Scenic Bypass Route). This lightweight hiking trail is a popular route for local cross-country runners. Get to the trailhead by 10:00 am on Saturdays, as the parking lot will get full quickly. We rated this trail (about 5 miles) as relatively easy-to-moderate in difficulty, but recommend poles if you don't like slippery rocks etc.

    This is a review for the trail to Summit Lake - part of the Pacific Crest Trail…read more I like hiking but I'm a lightweight so I don't like long, difficult hikes. This was perfect. It was about 4.5 miles out and back, barely any uphill, lots of shade, and a beautiful lake at the end. I went on September 1st and the weather was perfect. I highly recommend this hike for families and anyone who wants a nice hike without a lot of sweating involved. Oh, and bring your dogs! We saw lots of pups on our way and we brought along 4 of our own too. It's fun to watch the dogs swim in the lake.

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    View of Donner Lake

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    Flora Lake

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