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History and Culture Tour, Donner

Donner, California, United States

  • Self-guided
  • About 3 h
  • Works in your browser
  • By West River House
US$2One-off · no account · no subscription
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  • Start whenever you like, at your own pace

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History and Culture Tour
History and Culture Tour, photo 2
Length
About 3 h
Stops
5
Route
4.3 km
Starts at
West River House
Price
US$2, one-off

About this tour

“History and Culture Tour” is a self-guided walking tour in Donner, United States, made by West River House. It takes about 3 hours, costs a one-off US$2 to unlock and runs in your phone’s browser with a live map, so you can start whenever you like. No app or account needed.

Step back in time and uncover the rugged history that shaped this mountain town. This tour guides you through tales of the railroad, notorious outlaws, and the resilient spirit of early settlers. You'll visit authentic historical sites and discover a unique geological wonder with deep cultural roots.

Where it starts

The tour starts at West River House in Donner and covers about 4.3 km on foot. The map on your phone takes you there, then on from stop to stop.

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What you’ll see

  • Old Jail Museum
  • Truckee Railroad Museum
  • The Rocking Stone
  • West River House

What you get

  • A live map that leads you from stop to stop
  • Stories and photos at every stop, written by West River House
  • Freedom to pause, skip ahead or finish another day
  • Nothing to install: it runs in your phone’s browser
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