What to do in Nevada County, CA

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Clear Kayak Tour of Sand Harbor's Crystal Clear Waters

Clear Kayak Tour of Sand Harbor's Crystal Clear Waters

£113
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clear Kayak Tour of Sand Harbor's Crystal Clear Waters
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

£75
per adult
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours

California Adventure Bundle: 13 Self-Guided Audio Tours

£41
per traveller
California Adventure Bundle: 13 Self-Guided Audio Tours
"Lake Tahoe 101" : See The Whole Lake! 6 HR Shared Tour by Van.

"Lake Tahoe 101" : See The Whole Lake! 6 HR Shared Tour by Van.

£173
per adult
"Lake Tahoe 101" : See The Whole Lake! 6 HR Shared Tour by Van.
Lake Tahoe Clear Kayak Adventure at Sand Harbor

Lake Tahoe Clear Kayak Adventure at Sand Harbor

£166
per adult
Lake Tahoe Clear Kayak Adventure at Sand Harbor
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Donner Lake

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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

A street lined with brick buildings, parked cars, and a clear blue sky.

Nevada City

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

Soda Springs

A mountain lake with clear reflections of the surrounding rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.

Sierra City

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

Sacramento

A mountainous landscape with a forested valley, a clear sky, and a rocky path.

Alta

A rustic building labeled 'HUSBRU,' a red water wheel, and a red dump truck on tracks.

Grass Valley