Hirschdale | |
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Coordinates: 39°22′07″N 120°04′34″W / 39.36861°N 120.07611°W | |
Country | United States |
State | California |
County | Nevada County |
Elevation | 5,446 ft (1,660 m) |
Hirschdale is an unincorporated community in Nevada County, California. [1] It lies at an elevation of 5446 feet (1660 m). [1] Hirschdale is located 6.25 miles (10.1 km) east-northeast of Truckee. [2] Hirschdale began in 1926 as a stop on US 40, built by Jonas Hirsch; [3] it was originally a recreational community with a tavern and several rental vacation cabins along the Truckee River. [4]