What to do in Nevada County, CA

Activities, attractions and tours

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A calm lake with reflections of trees and a grassy area with a wooden structure.
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A calm lake surrounded by dense forest and rocky cliffs.
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Things to do

California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours

California Adventure Bundle: 13 Self-Guided Audio Tours

CA $78
per traveller
California Adventure Bundle: 13 Self-Guided Audio Tours
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path

Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path

CA $141
per adult
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour

Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour

CA $24
per traveller
Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Tour
Lake Tahoe Lakeside Bike Rental

Lake Tahoe Lakeside Bike Rental

CA $97
per adult
Lake Tahoe Lakeside Bike Rental
Lake Tahoe Clear Kayak Adventure at Sand Harbor

Lake Tahoe Clear Kayak Tour at Sand Harbor with Small Groups

CA $209
per adult
Lake Tahoe Clear Kayak Tour at Sand Harbor with Small Groups
Lake Tahoe: Stand Up Paddleboard Rental

Lake Tahoe: Stand Up Paddleboard Rental

CA $137
per traveller
Lake Tahoe: Stand Up Paddleboard Rental
Clear Kayak Tour of Sand Harbor's Crystal Clear Waters

Clear Kayak Tour of Sand Harbor's Crystal Clear Waters

CA $212
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Clear Kayak Tour of Sand Harbor's Crystal Clear Waters
North Lake Tahoe: Guided 1.5 Hour Clear Kayak Adventure

Sand Harbor Clear Kayak Tour in Lake Tahoe w/ Small Groups

CA $196
per adult
Sand Harbor Clear Kayak Tour in Lake Tahoe w/ Small Groups
Lake Tahoe: North Shore Kayak Rental

Lake Tahoe: North Shore Kayak Rental

CA $134
per traveller
Lake Tahoe: North Shore Kayak Rental
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What to do in Nevada County

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Photo by Simon Matin
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Donner Lake

9.0/10 (1,016 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Donner Lake during your travels in Truckee. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.
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Day trip destinations from Nevada County

The Reno sign with neon lights and the text "The Biggest Little City in the World".

Reno

A snow-covered riverbank with houses and trees.

Truckee

Path inside Empire Mine State Park, Grass Valley, California, USA, in the spring

Nevada City

A winding mountain road surrounded by rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.

Soda Springs

A large white neoclassical building with a dome and columns, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Sacramento

A mountainous landscape with dense forests and a valley.

Colfax