Pristine water, clear blue skies, and gorgeous
panoramic mountain and lake views are just a few
of the reasons to why paddlers flock to this
paddling haven. Donner Lake is about a
thirty-minute drive northwest of Lake Tahoe, and
an easy 5-minute drive from Truckee.
A paddling outing at Donner Lake will leave
you feeling satisfied and wanting more. The
lake’s sparkling blue water and
7.5-miles of shoreline provides
ideal paddling opportunities for all skill
levels of kayakers. Donner Lake allows all
types of aquatic recreational activities,
which in turn makes it an extremely popular
summer destination.
If you want to avoid the crowds and boat
congestion (especially on the weekend during
the summer), paddle before Memorial Day or
after Labor Day.
Fishing is a favorite pastime here. After an
invigorating paddle around the lake, kayak
anglers can relax and
Donner Lake lures paddlers to its crystal
clean, clear water. With so many options for
exciting adventures on or near the lake, you
won’t be disappointed.
If any of these fit your vision of
perfection, then Donner Lake should be on
your list of places
to paddle.cast their rods,
hoping they bring home a monster trout they
can tell stories about when they are back at
work. Kayak fishing enthusiasts delight in
fishing for the rainbow and brown trout that
abound.
Paddling here will most likely be
the most pleasurable thing you’ve done in a
long while. Your days will be as packed as
you want them to be. So prepare yourself for
lots of sun, fun, and a lot of the great
outdoors