The Top 16 Peaks around Truckee
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Truckee is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 16
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Truckee for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Truckee for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Historic Donner Pass Summit ⛰️ Pacific Crest Trail crossing
Highlight • Mountain Pass
The old Hwy 40 passed through this summmit at 7135 ft elevation, still today the Donner Pass Road. Fast and heavy traffic of course goes over the I-80 interstate freeway …
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Donner Peak Spur Trail ⛰️ from PCT
Highlight • Trail
Surprisingly, Donner Peak is not the highest peak in the area, it's just a little knob across this short saddle about 200 yards to the east. It offers about the …
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Castle Peak Trail
Highlight • Trail
Castle Peak Trail is a short branch off the Pacific Crest Trail that leads straight to the summit of Castle Peak.
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Mount Judah
Highlight • Summit
Short detour from the PCT that leads to the summit of Judah. It's a parallel trail that offers even better views. A must, as long as there's not too much snow remaining on the trail
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Tinker Knob
Highlight • Summit
A steep trail will lead you to the towering Tinker Knob with beautiful views. Continue along a ridge, which could be very windy.
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Crow's Nest
Highlight • Viewpoint
Located west of Mount Disney, Crow's Nest can be reached via nice hiking trails either from an eastern or a western direction. Once you reach the volcanic outcrop (Crow's Nest), …
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Mantis Peak Lookout
Highlight • Viewpoint
Mantis Peak is at an elevation of 8,700 feet, so the ride up can get riders quite winded at this elevation. Staying hydrated is important. The Mantis Peak Lookout is …
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Rowton Peak
Highlight • Summit
Some people say, that Rowton Peak offers one of the best views in the entire Royal Gorge area. And it's hard to argue with that! On the peak you get …
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Hawks Peak
Highlight • Summit
Standing at 7,729 in elevation, Hawks Peak in the tallest mountain in Tahoe Donner ski resort. It is also one of the most popular trails in Tahoe Donner.
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Tahoe Rim Trail — Brockway Summit
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Tahoe Rim Trail is a 170-mile-long trail that circles Lake Tahoe. It is a popular route, so there is a good chance you will see others out enjoying the trails.
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Mantis Peak Lookout
Highlight • Viewpoint
Mantis Peak Lookout is the spot of a fire lookout built in 1914. There are several routes up to the top and are definitely worth the effort for the great views from the lookout.
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