Best places in Truckee, United States to visit (UPDATED April, 2024)

Best places in Truckee

Discover the best places in Truckee, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 517 places in the city.

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Sand Harbor

State park

Popular Lake Tahoe site for swimming, boating & seasonal open-air entertainment with mountain views.

4.80 (7.7K reviews) (~25.96 km from centre)

Lake Tahoe

Lake

The largest alpine lake in North America, this iconic vacation staple offers water sports & more.

4.80 (5.9K reviews) (~28.73 km from centre)

Eagle Rock Trailhead

Hiking area

👍👍 Really solid trail that’s not too difficult, pretty quick, and pays off with some great views. Can be a bit dusty/dry when it hasn’t rained for a while, but not really problematic. Up at the top there is plenty of room to check out multiple view points of the lake. Definitely worth the hike if you a...

4.90 (557 reviews) (~24.54 km from centre)

Memorial Point Scenic Overlook

Scenic spot

👍👍 One of the cleanest water lake in US. This is Nevada side of Lake Tahoe. Water is so clean they you can see tiny rock in water. It is not typical beach front but you can go near to water through few rocks.

4.90 (475 reviews) (~25.48 km from centre)

Donner Lake Vista Point

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Right off of 80. I stop here every time to get some cool photos. You can walk down a bit to get some privacy but the best view is right at the parking area.

4.80 (696 reviews) (~10.05 km from centre)

Donner Memorial State Park

State park

This park offers hiking, camping, fishing, boating, the Emigrant Trail Museum & a historic monument.

4.70 (2.5K reviews) (~5.04 km from centre)

Kings Beach State Recreation Area

Beach

Mountain views are offered from this lakeside park featuring a sandy beach with kayak rentals.

4.70 (2.4K reviews) (~16.96 km from centre)

Dark Horse Coffee Roasters Truckee

Coffee shop

👍👍 Everything about this place is great. The drinks, the decor, the ART, the costumer service, everything. Most definitely recommend!! Thanks!!

$ $$$

4.80 (505 reviews) (~0.11 km from centre)

Alpine Base Area at Palisades Tahoe

Ski resort

Popular spot with many lifts, terrain for varied skill levels, multiple lodges & a terrain park.

4.70 (1.1K reviews) (~18.78 km from centre)

Tahoe East Shore Trail

Hiking area

👍 The East Tahoe Shore trail is a picturesque gem that showcases the beauty of Lake Tahoe. With its scenic vistas, tranquil shores, and well-maintained paths, it's a paradise for hikers and cyclists. The trail offers a perfect blend of nature and serenity, making it a must-visit for outdoor enthusiast...

4.80 (459 reviews) (~24.12 km from centre)

Historic Stateline Fire Lookout

Historical landmark

👍👍 You can pretty much see the entirety of Lake Tahoe on a clear day. A lovely little hike with a great payout!

4.90 (287 reviews) (~18.44 km from centre)

Tahoe Meadows Ophir Creek Trailhead

Hiking area

👍👍 If you've been here for winter activities, summer and fall will be surprising. The flat wooden walking paths are ideal for many ages. The views are spectacular and there's plenty of wildlife, especially birds. There are some trails that go deep into the woods, or you can take it easy. I parked right...

4.80 (435 reviews) (~22.95 km from centre)

Sasquatch Tavern and Grill

Bar & grill

👍👍 Super friendly bar, even if you're not a local. The food is is fantastic as is the service. Crowded on the weekends so better to come off hours. The blackened ribeye steak sandwich is the best thing here! The strawberry salad if you gotta have a salad. The Calamari is the best appetizer to get.

$$ $$

4.70 (930 reviews) (~26.95 km from centre)

Firelite Lodge

Hotel

Lodge offering lake views, plus an outdoor pool & hot tub.

$62/night

4.70 (859 reviews) (~15.23 km from centre)

Alibi Ale Works - Truckee Public House

Brewpub

House-brewed beers made with Lake Tahoe water are served served in rustic pub digs with live music.

$$ $$

4.70 (832 reviews) (~0.17 km from centre)

Kings Beach

Public beach

4.70 (809 reviews) (~17.02 km from centre)

Donner Summit Bridge

Bridge

👍👍 I've driven past here many times on I-80 and was told these were railroad covers. I decided to take a trip up here to see them and found the China Wall and the Rainbow Bridge along the way. I walked for about an hour and didn't make it through all of the tunnels, but they are pretty neat to see. The...

4.80 (401 reviews) (~11.73 km from centre)

Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks

Recreation center

👍👍 Fun place for zip line courses. They have a range of course in the trees that scale from beginner to advanced. There was only a few times when we got stick behind people, which can cost you a lot of time, so keep that in mind. There was enough variety though that people are scattered around the park...

4.80 (393 reviews) (~19.28 km from centre)

Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet

Bakery

👍👍 Today we ate Sachet tort with raspberry sauce for my birthday lunch . Like everything I've ever eaten here, it was delicious beyond description. it doesn't get better than this for a bakery. The variety is wonderful. Wish I lived next door!

$$ $$

4.70 (757 reviews) (~19.21 km from centre)

Secret Cove Nude Beach

Beach

👍👍 Secret Cove Nude Beach is a nice beach on the East shore of Lake Tahoe. It is only a short half mile or so hike from the parking area to the beach. The beach is very peaceful with a beautiful turquoise blue cove. The beach is clothing optional, but when I visited everyone was clothed and there were...

4.70 (727 reviews) (~28.89 km from centre)

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