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2010 Reservation Period: CA Department of Parks and Recreation is reviewing the 2010 Reservation Period. For more information please see the DPR website: 2010 Reservation Period

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DONNER MEMORIAL SP, CA

Status: Open year round.   Season Dates

Description

Season for Peak Fees: 05/15 to 09/15

Donner Memorial State Park is located on Donner Lake in the Sierra-Nevada. Closed when not on reservations. 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.

Park Kiosk Hours:

  • Hi Season: 8am-11pm
  • Lo Season: Closed

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • ADA Access
  • Boating
  • Comfort Station
  • Fire Rings
  • Fishing
  • Hiking Trails
  • Iron Ranger
  • Nature Trails
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Tables
  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • Swimming
  • Visitors Center

Alerts and Important Information

This Park is not currently available for 2010 reservations. Please check back for more information.

D.L. Bliss, Donner Memorial, Emerald Bay, and Tahoe SRA are OPEN during the winter for hiking and snowshoeing, but these parks are CLOSED to camping beginning mid-September (varies by park).

However, Sugar Pine Point is OPEN for camping on a first-come, first-served basis.

Discount Pass must be presented at the time of check in.

This park is site specific, you will select your site at the time you make your reservation.

WARNING: Metal bear resistant food lockers are provided in each campsite. All food, beverages, and toiletries are required by law to be stored in provided food lockers. The inside dimensions of the food lockers are 36" deep, 43" wide, and 22" high. Violators will be cited. Camp at your own risk! By choosing to enter or camp at Donner Memorial SP you assume the risk of personal injury or property damaged caused by bears.

    >Reservations: 2009: 5/15/09-9/15/09
  • Fees include entry for 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle or trailer, additional vehicles will be charged per night at the park.

  • This park is above 6,200-ft elevation. Campsite availability is subject to unpredictable and adverse weather conditions including snow closures, which may result in cancelled reservations. Campers are strongly advised to bring appropriate clothing and camping gear for cold weather conditions.

Getting There:

Donner Memorial SP
12593 DONNER PASS ROAD
Truckee CA 96161

The park is west of Truckee off I-80.
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Phone Park for More Information:

Information: (530)582-7894