Truckee Tahoe Airport
Truckee-Tahoe Airport serves Truckee, California, and the North Lake Tahoe ski resort region. Located 2 miles east of downtown Truckee, TRK offers a 7,000-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves Palisades Tahoe (formerly Squaw Valley, site of the 1960 Winter Olympics), Northstar California, Sugar Bowl, and the exclusive Martis Camp community. Estimated charter rates to North Tahoe via TRK: light jets from $4,500 per hour, mid-size jets from $6,000 per hour, heavy jets from $9,000 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
Truckee-Tahoe is the closest airport to Palisades Tahoe and Northstar, two of Lake Tahoe's premier ski resorts. Martis Camp, the ultra-exclusive private residential community with a Tom Fazio golf course, draws significant private aviation. The airport's elevation (5,900 feet) and mountain terrain require qualified pilots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Truckee?
Yes. Truckee-Tahoe's 7,000-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning. Mountain terrain and high elevation require experienced pilots.
How close is TRK to Palisades Tahoe?
Truckee-Tahoe Airport is approximately 8 miles from Palisades Tahoe, typically a 15-minute drive.
When is Truckee busiest?
Winter ski season (December through March) is the busiest, with Christmas and Presidents Day weeks being peak. Summer brings mountain biking, hiking, and lake recreation traffic.
Aircraft Compatible with Truckee Tahoe Airport
Based on the longest runway (7,001 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 7,001 ft | 100 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 02/20 | 4,650 ft | 75 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
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- IATA Code
- TKF
- ICAO Code
- KTRK
- Elevation
- 5,900 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 7,001 ft
- Location
- Truckee, California