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Truckee, CA

Truckee Wedding, Engagement, Portrait, and Event Photographer

Truckee, California delivers alpine character, historic brick streets, and fast access to Tahoe. River bends, meadows, and mountain resorts give you striking options for weddings, engagements, portraits, and events.

Services Offered in Truckee

We photograph mountaintop vows, riverfront portraits, and lively resort events—crisp direction, natural color, steady pacing.

Resort & lodge weddings
Adventure & lakeside engagements
Branding for outdoor brands
Corporate retreats & summits
Family & milestone portraits
On-site headshot lounges

Why Truckee

Historic downtown, Donner Lake glow, and quick access to meadows and granite ridges. Year-round looks in one base.

Working with Us

We track light, snow, and traffic windows. We coordinate lifts, shuttles, and park permits to keep timelines tight.

Weddings in Truckee

Popular vibes: forest ceremonies, lodge receptions, and blue-hour portraits by the river or lake.

Engagements & Proposals

Propose at Donner Lake overlooks, along the Truckee River, or at a Northstar viewpoint.

Destination Engagements

Weekend idea: historic downtown in the morning, meadows at Martis Valley, sunset at Donner Summit or Emerald Bay.

Portraits & Branding

Authentic, outdoor-driven sets for families, guides, and mountain startups.

Corporate & Events

We cover resort conferences, incentive trips, and team adventures with fast selects for social and PR.

What Sets Us Apart

Alpine and snow experience
Film + digital
Vendor network across Tahoe

Best Time & Locations

Summer blues, fall aspens, and winter snow scenes all work. Favorites: Donner Lake, Martis Valley, Historic Downtown, Northstar Village, Truckee River.

Where to Stay

Luxury

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe (Northstar)
Martis Camp guest homes (private)

Mid-Range

Cedar House Sport Hotel
Gravity Haus Truckee
SpringHill Suites Truckee

Affordable

Best Western Plus Truckee-Tahoe
Cabins and lodges near Donner Lake

Popular Wedding Venues

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
The Lodge at Tahoe Donner
PJ’s at Gray’s Crossing
Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar

FAQ

Do you secure permits? Yes—state parks, forest lands, and resort areas as required.

What should we wear? Layers and traction shoes. Add color against granite and pines.

How fast is delivery? Weddings 6–8 weeks. Portraits/events 2–3 weeks.

Get in Touch

Planning something in Truckee? Contact us to start the conversation.

Facts About Truckee

Location: Nevada County, California
Population: ~17,000
Known for: Donner Lake, historic downtown, snow sports
Nearby: Tahoe City, Olympic Valley, Northstar
Annual Events: Truckee Thursdays; Donner Lake Triathlon; 4th of July Parade