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Tahoe Truckee Region Parks & Recreation Digest



California State Parks Recommends $6.7 Million in Grants for Local Recreational Trails

02/06/2024

California State Parks has recommended $6.7 million for seven local nonmotorized trail projects in various cities, including Galt and Gilroy.

Disneyland’s New Vision Includes Up to $2.5-billion Investment and Plan to Take Over City Streets

01/26/2024

Disneyland’s plan to reimagine the theme park into a more “immersive” experience may require up to $2.5 billion and a plan to privatize some Anaheim streets.

Fourth Graders Might Lose Free Access to California State Parks

01/12/2024

California’s projected budget deficit of close to $38 billion likely means some cuts are coming. Among them, Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed ending the California State Park Adventure Pass, which offers free access to some state parks for fourth graders.

Yosemite Trying New Strategies to Reduce Food Packaging Waste

12/11/2023

An estimated 100,000 pizza boxes have been removed from Yosemite’s waste stream. This is because the famed park now serves pizza on trays and puts to-go portions in compostable bags, part of a move to reduce food-related waste.

Utility Increases Loom for 16 Million California Households

11/30/2023

Utility giant PG&E is set to raise its rates an average of 13% on Jan. 1. That equals an extra $32.50 a month, or $390 for the year.

Natural Resources Agency Launches Plan to Increase Outdoor Access in California

11/15/2023

State and local leaders gathered in Los Angeles to celebrate a new plan that will increase access to the outdoors for all Californians, regardless of who they are or where they live.

How to Visit a California State Park for Free

11/12/2023

A pilot program that allows Californians to visit many state parks for free—after checking out a pass from their local library—is helping increase access for more people of color and lower-income residents, according to research from the California State Parks Foundation.

Beachside Trail Close to Finally Getting Built on Central Coast

11/07/2023

A beachside trail connecting the communities of Morro Bay and Cayucos could finally be built after 20 years. This happened after Chevron decided to sell land needed for the trail to be built.

What a Theme Park Giant Merger Means for California

11/05/2023

Two theme park giants, Six Flags and Cedar Fair, announced they are merging. It could have potential impacts on California theme parks like Six Flags Magic Mountain, Knott’s Berry Farm and Six Flags Discovery Kingdom.

Two Disneyland Voices Are Moving On

10/27/2023

Camille Dixon, the announcer for Disney California Adventure, and her husband, Bill Rogers, the voice of Disneyland, are moving on from this work. They have been at the parks for more than 40 years combined.

California State Parks and Partners Launch ‘Arts in California Parks’ Program

10/26/2023

Through this new program, artists, culture bearers, and California Native American tribes will be eligible to receive funding to create artwork throughout state and local parks.

Vast Marine Sanctuary Proposed in Partnership with California Tribe

08/27/2023

The Biden administration is one step away from designating the first national marine sanctuary nominated by a tribe. Tribal members of the Chumash, who have lobbied for the creation of this Central Coast preserve for more than a decade, would be involved in managing it.

Flatstick Pub, Special Olympics Northern California Partner for Sunday 'Fund'-Day

08/02/2023

South Lake Tahoe's first indoor mini golf course, Flatstick Pub, also known as Tipsy Putt, will be teaming up with Special Olympics Northern California to give back to South Lake Tahoe's community.

18th Annual Tahoe Bike Month Draws Record Participants

07/19/2023

With a record number of participants this year, the 18th annual Tahoe Bike Challenge got more people than ever out of their cars to help improve Lake Tahoe's environment and communities.

World’s Tallest White Fir Found in Caldor Burn Scar

07/18/2023

The tree, dubbed “Firetop,” is 265.87 feet tall, more than 16 feet around and just over 5 feet in diameter.

Curry Drains Hole-in-One to Keep Lead at American Century Championship

07/15/2023

After two rounds of play at the American Century Championship, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry finds himself in new territory, leading for the first time heading into Sunday's final round.

More Than $2.5M in Business, Visitor Taxes Reinvested in North Tahoe

07/11/2023

More than $2.5 million in funds generated by transient occupancy taxes and the North Lake Tahoe Tourism Business Improvement District have been allocated for the second half of the fiscal year.

Construction of New Tunnel Creek Singletrack Trail Begins

07/08/2023

Construction of the new 2.3-mile Tunnel Creek Singletrack Trail is now underway, which has been possible from the fundraising efforts of the Tahoe Fund, a Recreation Trails grant from Nevada State Parks and trail-building efforts by Great Basin Institute and the Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association.

Capital to Tahoe Celebrates Grand Opening at Spooner Lake

07/06/2023

The event is the culmination of years of planning and work to build an approximately 17-mile trail from Nevada’s capital city to the Tahoe Rim Trail, which connects to the Pacific Crest Trail.

Organizations Repair Popular Trails After Historic Winter

07/01/2023

Many sections of trails in higher elevations of the Sierra are still covered in snow or are muddy, while other segments may be covered with debris and fallen trees from a storms and snowfall.

Tahoe’s Beach-Cleaning Robot is Back in Action

07/01/2023

The League to Save Lake Tahoe and ECO-CLEAN solutions are kicking off the 2023 summer season by expanding their robot-powered, beach-cleaning initiative to cover entire beaches in Lake Tahoe.

California Legislature Passes Joshua Tree Protection Law

06/28/2023

California lawmakers passed the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act, permanently protecting the iconic and imperiled species.

Tahoe Blue Center Nears Completion, Expected Opening Date

06/23/2023

Before the end of summer, an event center will be fully functioning with a nearly 27,000-square-foot floor space that can be used for a variety of events such as concerts, sports events and conferences.

Humboldt-Toiyabe Forest Proposes Treating Invasive Weeds With Aerial Application of Herbicides

06/20/2023

The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is seeking public comment on a project to authorize the use of aircraft in the treatment of invasive plant populations across National Forest System lands in Nevada.

Nevada County Asks for Feedback on Countywide Recreation Projects

06/13/2023

Nevada County invites residents and visitors countywide to share project ideas to improve recreation.

Annual Firecracker Mile Returns July 4

06/12/2023

The town of Truckee is gearing up the annual Firecracker Mile, held on July 4, at 9:45 a.m., right before the parade.

Placer County Launches Website Specifically for North Lake Tahoe

06/02/2023

Placer County officially launched its new Tahoe-specific website, where residents and visitors alike can access county information, resources and programs all in one place.

IVGID, Local Agencies Seek Best Location for Dog Park

06/02/2023

Concerns were raised over the placement of the designated dog park in Incline Village due to public safety access and potential harm to the surrounding creeks at the Village Green.

Tahoe Star Returns, Renewed

06/02/2023

After a period of disrepair, the Tahoe Star has returned to the Jewel of the Sierra and is now available to the general public for private charters under new ownership.

California State Parks at Lake Tahoe Open for Season

05/31/2023

Sierra State Parks Foundation has announced the reopening of California State Parks in the Lake Tahoe–Donner Lake area.

Nevada State Parks Reservations Go Online—Minus Sand Harbor, Spooner

05/26/2023

Nevada State Parks will launch Reserve Nevada, a new system that will allow visitors to buy day-use passes, book campsites and cabins, purchase permits and make event reservations online.

Washoe Commissioners to Reconsider Tyrolian Village STR Appeal

05/24/2023

The Washoe County Board of County Commissioners has decided to reconsider its decision to decrease the parking and occupancy numbers for a short-term rental in Incline Village.

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