Area Attractions

Explore the Area

Things to Do Nearby

  • Hiking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Swimming
  • Skiing & Sledding
  • Fishing
  • Gold Rush History
  • Wildlife Walks
  • Mountain Climbing
  • Kayaking

Nearby Airports

  • Sacramento International Airport – 75 minutes
  • Reno-Tahoe International Airport – 75 minutes

Nearby Attractions

  • Alta, CA – 2 minutes
    • Camp Norge is located in the rural community of Alta. The historic town of Alta is walking distance to camp and has a general store.
  • Monte Vista Inn – 4 minutes
    • The Monte Vista is the local watering hole located in the neighboring community of Dutch Flat. The Monte Vista offers a full bar and restaurant.
  • Colfax, CA – 15 minutes
    • Colfax is the nearest city to Camp Norge. This quaint town is the best option for stocking up on groceries and essentials while at camp. There are numerous restaurants and shops to explore.
  • Rollins Lake – 15 minutes
    • Rollins Lake offers great swimming, water skiing, and fishing. Boat Rentals available.
  • World Class Skiing – 30 minutes
    • The Truckee Tahoe area is known to have some of the best skiing in the United States. The closest ski resort is only 30 minutes from camp, with nearly a dozen resorts within a 1-hour drive
  • Nevada City, CA – 35 minutes
    • Named one of the “Best Small Towns in America,” Nevada City lives up to its Gold Rush charm. The entire downtown is on the National Registry of Historic Places. The town has numerous boutique shops, restaurants, and attractions including hiking, swimming, and mountain biking.
  • Grass Valley, CA – 30 minutes
    • A Gold Rush town with a historic downtown boasting shops, restaurants, museums, and live music. Grass Valley and Nevada City are twin cities, situated just 5 minutes apart.
  • Truckee, CA – 40 minutes
    • A picturesque mountain town located at 6,000 feet in elevation. Truckee is home to some of the best skiing in the country and boasts numerous outdoor recreational opportunities. The downtown features boutique shops and restaurants.
  • Auburn, CA – 30 minutes
    • A Gold Rush town with a quaint downtown and old town. There are numerous outdoor recreation opportunities in Auburn. It’s also the largest town in the area, offering shopping and restaurants.
  • Empire Mine State Historic Park – 30 minutes
    • Empire Mine is in Grass Valley and was the largest Gold Mine in California during the Gold Rush. Venture into an old mining tunnel, view original mining equipment, and wander through the mine owner’s picturesque estate with reflection pools and rose gardens.

 

Ski Resort Information

Ski and snowboard nearby at:

Boreal

Donner Ski Ranch

Soda Springs

Sugar Bowl

Tahoe Donner

Alpine Meadows

Northstar-at-Tahoe

Cross Country Skiing:

Royal Gorge