Named by its first pioneers after the residing Paiute chief Tru-hi-zo, called ‘Truckee’ by the emigrants he helped guide west, the historic railroad settlement prides itself on being all things to all people. It retains the feel of a rarefied mountain outpost, yet has grown into a genuine and sophisticated community, chock-full of excellent dining, quality lodging, and unique shopping and maintains a legacy as one of the Wild West’s favorite watering holes.
Truckee’s quaint downtown corridor swells with an unabashed nightlife and rows of galleries, shops, and restaurants. From casual to ultra-hip, the revelers feast on everything from sushi and steaks, to pasta and pizza at signature restaurants such as Moody’s Bistro, Pianeta, Pacific Crest and Cottonwood at Hilltop Lodge. For a dose of local color, you can visit a variety of casual pubs and kicked back nightclubs all within walking distance of each other in the downtown area.
Set against a bold blue sky and rugged Sierra Nevada Mountains, the town is a launch pad for adventure. Nearby Donner Summit offers world-class alpine and Nordic skiing. Sugar Bowl Ski Resort is a powder skier’s dream with its wide open bowls and high and dry elevation, at the very peak of the summit. Thrill seekers explore the vast backcountry. Others escape to their own solitude, fishing, and exploring the area’s numerous lakes and streams. Let’s not forget those who enjoy the challenging greens and fairways at some of the region’s best golf courses – Coyote Moon, Old Greenwood and Northstar to name a few.
 

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