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Museum · Tahoe City, California
Gatekeeper's Museum
Museum in Tahoe City, beside the dam where the Truckee River exits the lake, with regional history and a collection of basketry from North American indigenous peoples.
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About Gatekeeper's Museum
The Gatekeeper's Museum is in Tahoe City, next to the small dam that controls Lake Tahoe’s outflow to the Truckee River. The building recreates the home of the old dam keeper, who opened and closed gates to manage the lake level.
Maintained by the North Lake Tahoe Historical Society, the museum tells the region’s story: the Washoe people, the steamships that crossed the lake, logging, the old hotels and the 1960 Winter Olympics. A separate wing houses a collection of basketry from various North American indigenous peoples.
Beside it are the dam and Fanny Bridge, the bridge over the Truckee River from which large trout can be seen in the clear water.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About an hour.
Best time
In summer, when the museum has more open days. Check opening hours before you go.
How to get there
It is in downtown Tahoe City, next to Fanny Bridge and Highway 89. Public parking is nearby.
Tip
After the museum, stop at Fanny Bridge and look at the water: it's common to see large trout holding against the current.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Gatekeeper's Museum
What is in the Gatekeeper's Museum?
The history of North Lake Tahoe, from the Washoe people to the 1960 Games, and a collection of Indigenous basketry.
What is Fanny Bridge?
The bridge over the Truckee River, next to the Tahoe City dam, from which you can see trout in the water.
Where is the Gatekeeper's Museum?
In downtown Tahoe City, at the outlet of the Truckee River.