Lake
Donner Memorial State Park
Truckee, California
Alpine lake with history of the Donner Party and a good swim beach.
- Cost
- Paid
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours

A visitor centre tells the Donner Party story. Donner Lake offers summer swimming, and the campground is in a forest near the water.
Good to know
- Campground opens seasonally
- Visitor centre closes in winter
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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