Debrah And Michael’s Truckee Guidebook
Food scene
The Pub at Donner Lake
15963 S Shore DrGood pub fare food with a great patio.
Old Town Tap
10164 Donner Pass RdGreat cocktails & amazing woodfire pizzas.
Alibi Ale Works - Truckee Public House
10069 Bridge StDelicious beers and a big outdoor patio.
Great views of town from the back patio & a side beer garden with bocce and other fun games.
132 locals recommend
Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar
10142 Rue HilltopGreat views of town from the back patio & a side beer garden with bocce and other fun games.
Drunken Monkey Sushi
11253 Brockway RdAmazing sushi!
Squeeze In
10060 Donner Pass RdBest brunch in town.
Dark Horse Coffee Roasters Truckee
10009 W River StOur favorite coffee shop.
Pianeta
10096 Donner Pass RdCozy, romantic Italian restaurant. On the pricier side.
Sightseeing
Donner Summit is an amazing area for hiking, climbing, and skiing. I am happy to give specific recommendations for trails and climbing areas if you'd like them.
17 locals recommend
Donner Summit Bridge
10060 Donner Pass RdDonner Summit is an amazing area for hiking, climbing, and skiing. I am happy to give specific recommendations for trails and climbing areas if you'd like them.
The Trout Creek Trail, just down the road from our house, is a lovely paved walking trail that leads straight downtown. It's about 1.5 miles to downtown (one-way).
Trout Creek
The Trout Creek Trail, just down the road from our house, is a lovely paved walking trail that leads straight downtown. It's about 1.5 miles to downtown (one-way).
Great way to learn about the Donner party on a day with bad weather.
22 locals recommend
Donner Memorial State Museum
12593 Donner Pass RdGreat way to learn about the Donner party on a day with bad weather.
Recreation
Amazing ski area with a lively village, especially during the summer. Free live music every Tuesday & free outdoor yoga every Wednesday.
389 locals recommend
Squaw Valley Adventure Center
1960 Squaw Valley RdAmazing ski area with a lively village, especially during the summer. Free live music every Tuesday & free outdoor yoga every Wednesday.
Legacy Trail
Legacy TrailPaved trail along the river.
Great trail with lovely lake overlooks about 1.5 miles in from the trailhead.
6 locals recommend
Donner Lake Rim Trail Trailhead - Bermgarten
Great trail with lovely lake overlooks about 1.5 miles in from the trailhead.
Eagle Rock Hiking Trail
3370 West Lake BoulevardBeautiful views of Tahoe from a quick, easy hike.