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Truckee
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
10.0
•
Community
5.3
•
Safeguard
8.1/10
Truckee, California is a charming town located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Its climate is classified as a humid continental climate, characterized by cold, snowy winters and warm, dry summers. With an average annual precipitation of around 30 inches, Truckee experiences heavy snowfall during the winter months, making it a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
The region's hydrology is primarily influenced by the Truckee River. Flowing through the town, this river is fed by the melting snow from the surrounding mountains. Truckee Lake, Donner Lake, and Prosser Creek Reservoir are other notable bodies of water in the area that provide opportunities for boating, fishing, and water sports.
Truckee boasts an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities. In winter, visitors can indulge in activities like skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling at numerous nearby resorts. During the summer, the area offers hiking, mountain biking, camping, and fishing opportunities in the vast wilderness of the Tahoe National Forest. Additionally, the Truckee River is a popular spot for rafting and kayaking.
Overall, Truckee's climate, hydrology, and outdoor recreation opportunities make it a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking adventure in the stunning Sierra Nevada Mountains.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 8.2
Truckee receives approximately
944mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 63%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Truckee has a plant hardyness factor of
6, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
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Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 10.0
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Kent | 95 | 6,337 ft | |||
| Boca Rest | 29 | 5,617 ft | |||
| Upper Little Truckee | 26 | 6,187 ft | |||
| Boca Springs | 30 | 5,924 ft | |||
| Boyington Mill | 13 | 5,644 ft | |||
| Pleasant Dispersed | 10 | 6,413 ft | |||
| Silver Creek-Truckee | 27 | 6,041 ft | |||
| Cold Creek | 11 | 5,702 ft | |||
| Logger | 252 | 5,979 ft | |||
| Prosser | 29 | 5,805 ft | |||
| Lookout | 30 | 6,744 ft | |||
| Kaspian | 9 | 6,276 ft | |||
| Lewis | 40 | 5,280 ft | |||
| Gerle Creek | 50 | 5,272 ft | |||
| Fallen Leaf | 206 | 6,345 ft | |||
| Lower Little Truckee | 15 | 6,141 ft | |||
| Tahoe State Rec Area | 27 | 6,262 ft | |||
| Emerald Bay State Park | 100 | 6,548 ft | |||
| Donner Memorial State Park | 54 | 5,951 ft | |||
| Camp Richardson Complex | 320 | 6,250 ft | |||
| Goose Meadow | 24 | 5,970 ft | |||
| Hell Hole | 10 | 5,167 ft | |||
| Dog Valley | 8 | 6,338 ft | |||
| Airport Flat | 16 | 5,383 ft | |||
| Lake Forest | 20 | 6,260 ft | |||
| Meeks Bay | 40 | 6,225 ft | |||
| Alpine Meadows | None | 5,834 ft | |||
| Sugar Pine Point State Park | 175 | 6,465 ft | |||
| Bayview | 13 | 6,819 ft | |||
| Ahart | 12 | 5,341 ft | |||
| Camp Shelley | None | 6,256 ft | |||
| French Meadows | 75 | 5,330 ft | |||
| Northshore | 15 | 6,411 ft | |||
| D.L. Bliss State Park | 170 | 6,872 ft | |||
| Boca | 20 | 5,637 ft | |||
| Independence Lake | 20 | 6,957 ft | |||
| Wentworth Springs | 8 | 6,153 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 5.3
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.