Truckee Invests in Public Space

Truckee Invests in Public Space

 

In addition to the large investments that the resorts are making to improve the mountains, Truckee is also investing in public spaces such as sidewalks, trails, and community art displays. The town's focus on constantly improving enhances the Truckee experience for locals and visitors alike.

In Historic Downtown Truckee, over the last few years sidewalk expansions have made their way along Donner Pass Road from the Moody’s building all the way to the roundabout just before the HWY 80 overpass. This makes for a much better and safer walking experience to enjoy the retail shops and restaurants, and encourages connectivity. In some aras you will find the walkways open up to sitting areas and gathering spaces. Near Marty's Cafe, there is a life size chess board, and across the street there is an eagle’s nest monument honoring veterans. On the corner of Bridge Street and Donner Pass Road there are plenty of places to sit and watch the activity of downtown. The sidewalk expansions have also allowed for some restaurants to expand their outdoor dining areas.
 

Public art has been an investment and is showing up in Truckee more and more. In Historic Downtown Truckee there are various sculptures and art bike racks. You can’t miss the gigantic bike sculpture by local artist Fred Besch located at the intersection of Donner Pass Road and Spring Street. Another is the railroad tie and rock sculpture that is harder to find, tucked back on Jibboom Street at the new park on the corner of Jibboom Street and Bridge Street.    

For everyone who wants to get outside and enjoy the warm sunshine or the cool crisp air, there are new Class I bikeways popping up all over town. There is a new connection from Historic Downtown Truckee along the Coyote Moon golf course and to entrance of Tahoe Donner. Another new segment has made it’s way into the Martis Valley with plans connect all the way through and to Lake Tahoe. The path now can be accessed directly across from the Hampton Inn and continues through the Northstar side of the Martis Valley about 1 mile. Click here for a map of paved bike trails.

Trails and gathering spaces enhance the experience in any town, and the fact that Truckee has embraced these investments will secure Truckee's place as one of the most desirable mountain towns anywhere.

Katie Tyler

Realtor®

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