Trisha’s guidebook
Food scene
Dark Horse Coffee Roasters Truckee
10009 W River StGreat coffee in the heard of downtown Truckee
Coffeebar Truckee
10120 Jibboom StAnother great cafe with outdoor dining space.
Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats
10007 Bridge StGood food and good wine.
Old Town Tap
10164 Donner Pass RdGreat food and drinks!
Full Belly Deli
10825 Pioneer TrailGreat subs
Trokay
10046 Donner Pass RdFine dining in Truckee
Squeeze In
10060 Donner Pass RdGreat brunch spot
Try the vanilla pullapart or any of their delicious pastries with a cup of coffee from Dark Hose around the corner.
14 locals recommend
Cornerstone Bakery
10087 W River StTry the vanilla pullapart or any of their delicious pastries with a cup of coffee from Dark Hose around the corner.
Great outdoor dining especially after rafting in the Truckee river.
56 locals recommend
River Ranch Restaurant & Lodge, Tahoe City station
Great outdoor dining especially after rafting in the Truckee river.
A great brunch or lunch spot at the Truckee Airport. Airport food has never tasted so good!
26 locals recommend
Red Truck
10356 Truckee Airport RdA great brunch or lunch spot at the Truckee Airport. Airport food has never tasted so good!
Sightseeing
Private beach for Tahoe Donner guests with per person daily usage fee when you bring the Tahoe Donner Guest Pass. You can rent kayaks, SUPs or just chill on the beach. Food and restrooms are available at the beach clubhouse.
30 locals recommend
Tahoe Donner Beach Club Marina
12915 Donner Pass RdPrivate beach for Tahoe Donner guests with per person daily usage fee when you bring the Tahoe Donner Guest Pass. You can rent kayaks, SUPs or just chill on the beach. Food and restrooms are available at the beach clubhouse.
A fun activity for everyone including families with kids. Float down the Truckee River in a raft, stop and swim or picnic.
124 locals recommend
Truckee River Raft Co.
185 W River RdA fun activity for everyone including families with kids. Float down the Truckee River in a raft, stop and swim or picnic.
Northstar California Resort
5001 Northstar DrSki and snowboard
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
11603 Snowpeak WayJust walk outside the building and there you are!
Squaw Valley Adventure Center
1960 Squaw Valley RdSki and snowboard
Shopping
Riverside Studios
10076 Donner Pass RdArtsy shop for great local souvenirs
Tahoe Oil and Spice
10091 Donner Pass RdLocally produced olive oil and balsamic vinegars
Tahoe Sports Hub
10095 W River StA great place to pick up snow gear
Totally Board
10060 Bridge StA good place for snowboarding gear
City/town information
Take a stroll by Lake Tahoe, check out the shops and restaurants in Tahoe City
149 locals recommend
Tahoe City
Take a stroll by Lake Tahoe, check out the shops and restaurants in Tahoe City
Neighborhoods
Downtown Truckee is a fun place to check out for shops, bars, and restaurants. Farmers markets are held Saturday mornings during the summer months and street fairs happen on Thursday nights during the summer.
202 locals recommend
Truckee
Downtown Truckee is a fun place to check out for shops, bars, and restaurants. Farmers markets are held Saturday mornings during the summer months and street fairs happen on Thursday nights during the summer.
One of the best panoramic views of Lake Tahoe is from the Emerald Bay.
80 locals recommend
Emerald Bay
One of the best panoramic views of Lake Tahoe is from the Emerald Bay.
Traveler advice
What to pack
Tire Chains in Winter
Bring chains for your car in the winter months unless you have a 4WD. Getting in and out of parking lot and Tahoe Donner neighborhood will require chains.
What to pack
Slippers
Our unit is shoes-free inside. We kindly ask that you take your outdoor shoes off at the entrance and put on your slippers. Thank you.
What to pack
Beach Towels, parasols, sunscreen, and a cooler
Want to enjoy some beach time at the lake? Please come prepared for an all day outside on the sand,