The Best Things To Do In Truckee Over MLK Weekend!

Here’s our roundup of the best things to do in Truckee during MLK weekend. This snow season has started out slow but there is still plenty of fun to be had outdoors! See how many of these activities you can check off over the long weekend or get adventurous and plan a multi-sport day of skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, climbing…you decide!

Go Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing is a relaxing and low-impact activity that everyone can do! It’s a great way to explore your favorite trails in winter and there are countless places to go in Truckee. If you like hiking in the summer, you’ll love getting out into the mountains on a pair of snowshoes.

Ready to try it? Rent snowshoes from Tahoe Mountain Sports and get out to one of our favorite places to snowshoe.

If you want a special experience on snowshoes, join the Tahoe Adventure Company for one of their guided snowshoe tours! They even offer full moon and stargazing tours where you can watch the forest come to life in the moonlight or take in Tahoe’s brilliant night skies. 

Go Cross Country Skiing

When it hasn’t snowed in a while and backcountry conditions aren’t the best, grab a pair of cross country skis and head to one of the many nordic centers in the area.

Here’s some ideas of where to go:

• Tahoe Donner
• Auburn Ski Club
• Royal Gorge
• Mt. Rose - Nevada Nordic

Ready to start cross country skiing? Check out our Beginner's Guide to Cross Country Skiing or stop by Tahoe Mountain Sports to talk to one of our gear experts. 

If you want to get off the beaten track (literally), check out our selection of backcountry-xc skis. These hybrid skis are perfect for fire roads or mellow rolling terrain like out at Prosser, Boca, or on some of the multi-use trails off of Highway 89N.

Go Skiing

Truckee is home to world-class skiing and riding! And we are off to a good start this winter with early-season storms providing a great base. Resorts require reservations for daily lift tickets this year so make sure to book ahead of time.

Palisades Tahoe– An international destination, Palisades Tahoe has over 6000 acres of terrain and many shopping and dining options for the whole family.

Northstar – Great terrain and awesome views. Ski all day while taking in views of the beautiful Martis Valley in one direction and Lake Tahoe in the other.

Sugar Bowl – Sugar Bowl has been open since 1939, making it one of the oldest ski resorts in California. Nestled atop Donner Summit, it gets some of the best snow around.

Tahoe Donner – This family-friendly resort is coined “the best place to begin.” It offers affordable lift tickets and ski lessons for the whole family.

Boreal – This smaller resort is located right off of I-80 and has the best terrain parks in the North Lake Tahoe area: 8 parks and pipes in total! It also has night skiing 7 days a week from 3 – 9 pm.

Sample Truckee’s Craft Brew Scene

You must be thirsty after spending the day doing all these outdoor activities! When the ski boots come off, it’s time to find the best of Truckee apres. So why not sample the brews that Truckee’s craft brewing scene has to offer. Here’s where to go to sample the best craft beer in Truckee:

• Bring the whole family to Alibi Ale Works – Truckee Public House and get cozy in their new Winter Beer Garden
• Sip one of a kind, forest-inspired brews at The Good Wolf
• Grab some good eats and seasonal brews at Fifty Fifty
• Check out where the locals go at Truckee Brewing Company

Did you know there is a free way to get around town too so you can get around safely after visiting these fine establishments? Check out TART Connect, a curb-to-curb, on-demand ride service!

Go Backcountry Skiing

Explore Truckee

Start with our Ultimate Guide to Backcountry Skiing for everything you need to know about hitting the skintrack in Truckee. 

Rent Backcountry Gear

Backcountry gear is expensive and it can be a difficult sport to break into. Thankfully, you don’t have to own all of the gear to be able to enjoy this fun activity. Take a look at our winter rental fleet and reserve a backcountry ski package for MLK weekend. Plus, you can use up to $150 of rental credit towards the purchase of any new gear and you'll earn 5% back on every purchase with our free rewards program!

Hire a Backcountry Ski Guide

If you’re new to backcountry skiing or want to find new terrain in Truckee and Lake Tahoe, consider hiring an experienced backcountry ski guide with Tahoe Mountain School. This guide company offers a variety of guided adventures and courses for backcountry enthusiasts of all levels.

Take the Family Ice Skating

This is a great family-friendly activity in Truckee that everyone can enjoy. Head to the Ice Rink at the Truckee Regional Park for a day or evening or family fun!

The Truckee Ice Rink has public skating, rentals, private lessons, and various other ice-related activities, like ice dancing classes! Check for lessons and rates here.

If you’re spending MLK weekend in Truckee, make sure to stop by Tahoe Mountain Sports and get geared up for wherever your winter adventure takes you!