Emigrant Trail
1.2 mi
Distance
600 ft
Elev. Gain
43m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Emigrant Trail is a point-to-point trail in Donner Memorial State Park, managed by the California Department of Parks and Recreation, in Placer County, California. It is 1.2 miles long and gains 600 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to bikes. The nearest town is Truckee, California, about 4 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,105 ft |
| End | 1.2 mi | 2,290 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by California Department of Parks and Recreation
Source of truth
- Donner Memorial State Park — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Truckee, CA · about 4 mi away
- County:
- Placer County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Donner Memorial State Park · California Department of Parks and Recreation
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(530) 582-7892
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