Donner Summit is the most historically significant square mile in California, and arguably the entire Western United States. Native Americans crossed the summit for thousands of years …

Donner Pass is a 7,056-foot-high (2,151 m) [2] mountain pass in the northern Sierra Nevada, above Donner Lake and Donner Memorial State Park about 9 miles (14 km) west of Truckee, …

The official site of Donner Summit, California. Home of endless adventure, including miles of hiking and biking trails, world-famous rock climbing, and four alpine lakes. With the highest …

Donner Summit is filled with history about Native Americans, petroglyphs, pioneers, settlers, the infamous Donner Party, railroads, California ski culture, and early automobile travel. The 20 …

Donner Summit - the most important historical square mile in California and maybe the entire Western U.S. Native Americans summered on Donner Summit for thousands of years before …

Aug 17, 2024 · Just a bit outside of Lake Tahoe proper, near the historic gold mining town of Truckee, is one of the most unique hikes you’ll come across anywhere - the Donner Summit …

We work to protect, promote, and strengthen Donner Summit as a unique and vibrant year-round mountain community that provides opportunities for visitors, residents, and businesses …

One minute off Interstate 80 and 10 minutes from downtown Truckee, Donner Summit is steeped in California history, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and an adventurer’s …

Donner Summit, California 96161. Donner Summit and the deep emerald lake at its feet both bear the name of the tragic emigrant party crossing Donner Pass, whose story is wonderfully …

The route traverses Donner Summit Creek and offers spectacular views of Donner Lake, Donner Peak, and Schallenberger Ridge as it climbs to Donner Summit. Marvel at the Native …