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Do4.7ยท Aggregated across major review platforms

Donner Memorial State Park

A sobering history museum wrapped around a beautiful swimming lake.

The park tells the Donner Party story with honesty and care, then sends you out to Donner Lake's clear water, public docks, and easy shoreline trails.

Editor's note

The Emigrant Trail Museum is genuinely excellent, don't skip it for the beach.

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