Donner Memorial State Park

Donner Memorial State Park
12593 Donner Pass Rd.
Truckee, CA, 96161

Phone: 530-582-7892
Fax: 530-582-7893

Location

Donner Memorial State Park is located on Donner Lake in the Sierra-Nevada mountain range. The park contains the Emigrant Trail Museum, with exhibits recounting the tragic story of the ill-fated Donner Party trapped in the are during the severe winter of 1846-47. The museum also features displays on the region's history and natural environment. Donner Memorial State Park's 3 acres feature a swimming area, picnic sites, and cross-country skiing trails in winter.

Come join us for wintertime activities such as snowshoe hikes and railroad history snowshoe hikes! For details please contact the park directly.

Park Kiosk Hours:

• Hi Season (05/15 to 09/15): 8am-11pm
• Lo Season: Closed