WE HAVE THE RESORT TO OURSELVES FOR THE WEEKEND! Explore the mountains. Hike, climb, ride, etc. One of the oldest ski resorts in California, Sugar Bowl has a storied past with ties to Austrian ski culture, Hollywood and Walt Disney.
Everyone's favorite place to stroll is historic downtown Truckee, where the train whistle, birds, art galleries and patio dining scene eases you into a relaxed state of mind. Foodies will find world class culinary options spanning just a few short blocks. History buffs can take take in the historic downtown tour.
Bask in the splendor of Lake Tahoe's crystal clear waters and scenic mountains. Kings Beach is also a great scenic place to check out. You can grab some food and enjoy it out on a picnic table on the beach. There are water sports everywhere as well as some easy hikes. You can rent kayaks, paddle boards, pedal boats, and jet skis at Kings Beach.
Two different outfitters: https://www.truckeeriverrafting.com/ https://truckeeriverraft.com/ Enjoy a leisurely, self-guided, five-mile float down the Truckee River. Get ready to cruise through serene waters featuring picturesque mountain views and lively little rapids, punctuated here and there by swimming holes and sand bars.
The Truckee and Tahoe area boast many great spots for fly fishing. Whether you are a first timer or an experienced angler, there are many options to enjoy a day on the water. There are many guides you can go with in the area. We spent a great day with Jon at http://www.baiocchistroutfitters.com/ on the Yuba River. There are also many places to fish on the Truckee River. Here are some additional places: https://www.flyfishingtruckee-tahoe.com/ https://mattheronflyfishing.com/
For all you climbers, Tahoe and Donner have endless climbs! I'm sure you know more about the endless opportunities than we do.