Hiking Quickstart 🥾

Popular hikes like the Donner Summit Trail and Castle Peak offer breathtaking views of alpine lakes, rugged mountain landscapes, and the towering pine forests that make this area so special. With trails ranging from gentle walks to challenging summit hikes, there’s something for every level of adventurer.

  • Lola Montez Lake (Left): 6 miles round trip to a secluded alpine lake at 7,000′ — AllTrails Link
  • Castle Peak Trail (Right): 5.4 mile round trip to top of Castle Peak at 9,000′ — AllTrails Link
  • Loch Leven Lakes Trail: 7.5 mile round trip with plenty of lakes along the way — AllTrails Link
  • Donner Peak Trail: 3.7 mile round trip to the top of Donner Peak with views of the lake — AllTrails Link

Need more? These are only the local trails <10mins away. The PCT runs from Donner down to Palisades ski resort and further! There are plenty of trails available; see here for more. Venture to Lake Tahoe’s Emerald Bay for even more fun.

Skiing Quickstart 🎿

Fact: The Donner area receives on average 34 feet of snowfall per year.

With six ski resorts and facilities in the area, you’ll never run out of skiing. See the different resorts nearby below!