Donner Lake is a gorgeous, deep-blue destination that's perfect for lovers of boating, fishing, camping, hiking, and sightseeing. Truckee is a small city in the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, right by the California Nevada border. It's about 30 minutes north of Lake Tahoe and 30 minutes west of Reno. In addition to a vibrant downtown community and it's close proximity to nightlife, Truckee is also known as being a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. The mountains surrounding Truckee offer a wide range of year-round recreation for everyone.