The Truckee-Tahoe region experiences all four seasons and gets beautiful year-round weather with an average of 245 days of sun. Each season presents a new set of fun activities and things to do. From summer fun in the sun on lakes and trails to cross country skiing and snowshoeing in winter snow, there's lots to love any time of the year.

Where to go, what to do

Saddle up to Truckee's Scenic Paved Trails

You don’t have to be a hardcore mountain biker or a Tour de France cyclist to enjoy the trails in Truckee. These popular paved bike trails in Truckee are perfect for an outside family outing.

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Summer Apres, It's a Truckee Thing!

The origins of Après & skiing have been intertwined since the advent of sliding down a mountain. But in Truckee, it's a thing all year long. Summer Après is a time to celebrate the day and all you accomplished. From the best patios to live music and weekly midweek events, here’s the best spots to get your summer Après on.

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Best Beaches in Truckee & Tahoe

Nothing calls out summer more than a day at the beach. And yet this season is about exploring all the nooks and crannies of the mountains as well. Luckily, Truckee is the perfect combination of beach life meets mountain town fun.

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Truckee Golf Courses Will Provide the Round of a Lifetime

There are destinations that provide golf and then there are true golf destinations. Nearly every list ranks Lake Tahoe golf as one of the premiere places to go golfing. From award-winning to budget friendly classics, here’s the list of Truckee Golf Courses. Just remember, don’t get too distracted or you’ll miss that eight foot putt.

Winter Activities

Backcountry Skiing

Skiing & Riding

Cross Country Skiing

Sledding & Tubing

Snowshoeing

Skiing & Riding

With 7 world-class ski resorts within a 15-45 minute drive of Truckee, and an average snowfall of 500 inches per year (42 FEET)! Truckee-Tahoe is a premier destination for California skiing and riding. The region gets deep snow and sunny weather, perfect conditions for bluebird days (and happy kids in ski school). Also nearby are nordic areas for cross country skiing and snowshoeing, including North America’s largest XC ski resort.

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Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing

Truckee-Tahoe has endless cross country skiing and snowshoeing! Visit one of our XC resorts and ski centers for groomed trails and crisp tracks for classic and skate skiing, or explore trails and backcountry access in the Tahoe National Forest.

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Way More Outdoors

Truckee-Tahoe invites creativity and curiosity in more ways than one. There are many unique ways to enjoy the outdoors besides all of the hardcore stuff, like photography, bird watching, or just glamping (glamorous, pampered camping).

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Trails, Maps, Access

View and download trail maps for Truckee-Tahoe’s scenic paved and dirt trails. Find out where to get a topographic map in town and get the best mobile apps for rock climbing, hiking, and backcountry mapping.

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Summer Activities

Hiking & Trail Running

Biking

Rock Climbing

Fly Fishing

beaches & piers

paddleboards & boats

horseback riding

golf courses

truckee river rafting

Road, Mountain, & E-Biking

Whether you like to ride pavement or dirt trails, Truckee-Tahoe has something for all abilities. There are 20+ miles of scenic paved trails, forest roads, and world-class dirt trails for all types of riding. Bring your e-bike, mountain bike, gravel bike, or rent from a local Truckee bike shop.

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