Truckee, CA

I used to stay in Truckee when I would go skiing (cross-country) around Lake Tahoe and in Tahoe National Forest. Back then Truckee was a sleepy little town that was practically deserted in the winter except for the few die-hard skiers and campers would hold up there to tend their frostbitten limbs and what not. I recently revisited Truckee in the summer. OMG what a change. It's turned into another trendy town with lots of boutiques, bars, breweries, and eateries. Most of the action is on Donner Pass Road (yes, the infamous Donner party). I took lots of photos of this section of town, some of which are presented below for your edification and amusement.

View down Donner Pass Road

Everything you need to know about Truckee or California is in here.

Heavy Metal Band
probably Metallica

Old Town Tap

Established 1863

Covered Sidewalk

Older Buildings
Sierra Tavern on right

Flying A Gas Station

The Flying A Gas Station in Truckee was built in 1936. It's one of several Flying A stations built in the same architectural style around that time in California. The building was restored in 2008 and is now home to Engel & Volkers, an international real estate company.

Flying A Gas Station

Real Estate and Land

El Toro Bravo Mexican Restaurant

I ate lunch here. Really great food.

El Toro Bravo Restaurant

Patio Dining

El Toro Bravo