From 1960 to 2026: Tahoe-Truckee’s Olympic Legacy Continues
February 14, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in Lake Tahoe This Week, 2/14/2026, Written by Kirsten Alexis
Have you recognized any familiar faces in the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics? Chances are, you have watched some of the Tahoe-Truckee region’s incredible local talent compete on the world stage.
Since Squaw Valley (now Palisades Tahoe) made history hosting the 1960 Winter Olympic Games, the Tahoe-Truckee region has produced notable household names in a variety of disciplines, including skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing.
It’s easy to see why the region has produced such incredible athletes and continues to draw athletes of all ages and abilities to pursue their big mountain dreams. Here, we have everything one needs to be a champion: world-class terrain, altitude, dedicated and experienced coaches and programs, community support and a spirit of innovation, inclusion and perseverance.
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