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Donner Summit Bridge: Rainbow Bridge over Donner Pass

Last Modified: March 18, 2020

On my constant search to find the best bridges in California, I stumbled upon the Donner Summit Bridge, also known as the Rainbow Bridge, while exploring the Donner Summit Tunnels (you need to do this hike if you haven’t). I snapped a few photos of it while I was there, but luckily my friend Nate […]

Filed Under: Bridges, Historical Structures, Northern California Tagged With: Nevada County, North Lake Tahoe, Truckee

Donner Memorial State Park: Donner Camp Trail

Last Modified: February 17, 2020

One of the more tragic parts of America’s westward expansion is the story of the Donner party and their fateful trip over the Sierras. Located in what is now the town of Truckee, there is both a museum and an interpretive trail (in different areas of Truckee), known as the Donner Camp Trail, which gives […]

Filed Under: Historical Structures, Northern California, State Parks Tagged With: Nevada County, North Lake Tahoe, Truckee

Floating the Truckee River: Truckee Regional Park to Glenshire Bridge

Last Modified: February 17, 2020

Is there anything more relaxing than grabbing an inner tube and floating slowly down a river on a hot summer day? I have done this many times in my life, with the most recent being when I floated in Chico last year. When my friend Nate suggested it in Truckee, I jumped at the opportunity to do […]

Filed Under: Events, Northern California Tagged With: Nevada County, North Lake Tahoe, Truckee

Donner Pass, Summit Tunnel Hike: Old Abandoned Railroad

Last Modified: October 13, 2018

A few people have said in the comments that this is Union Pacific Railroad property. I did not see any signs when I went but be sure to do your research and abide by any signs to avoid getting a ticket. The Donner Pass Summit Tunnel Hike is one of the best hikes I have […]

Filed Under: Abandoned, Hikes, Historical Structures, Northern California Tagged With: featured, Nevada County, North Lake Tahoe, Truckee

Truckee California: Hikes, Lakes and Outdoor Adventure

Last Modified: November 13, 2019

Snow cover Donner Lake

Lake Tahoe is perhaps the most notable landmark amidst the California Sierras. The Tahoe area boasts a myriad of outdoor activities, including kayaking, hiking, wakeboarding, mountain biking, skiing, sledding, and snowboarding (to name only a few). Additionally, the surrounding cities are noted for their world-class beaches and parks, casinos, ski resorts, trails, nightclubs, hotels, and shops. […]

Filed Under: Places Tagged With: Lake Tahoe, Nevada County, Truckee

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Josh from California Through My Lens My name is Josh, and for the last 10 years, I have been exploring as much of California as I possibly can. This site is a collection of those adventures to encourage you to get out and explore California for yourself. More about me.

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