West River Street Park, now DEWBEYÚMUWEɁ Park | Truckee, CA

The Town of Truckee’s West River Street Park Project represents a transformative effort to revitalize a former industrial site into a vibrant, multi-use public space along the Truckee River. Now named DEWBEYÚMUWEɁ Park, a Washoe Tribe word meaning “the water running out”, the project honors the cultural heritage of the Tribe while promoting sustainability, community, and environmental stewardship. You can access a video that breaks down the pronunciation in the Town of Truckee’s YouTube video, How to Pronounce DEWBEYÚMUWEɁ PARK.

Park features include improvements to water quality through onsite stormwater treatment, ADA accessible walking paths, native riparian landscaping, picnic areas, interpretive signage, local art installations, lighting, and public restrooms. Prioritizing community input to design this mixed-use site, the project enhances riverfront access and supports local biodiversity. DEWBEYÚMUWEɁ Park will serve as a key recreational destination for both residents and visitors.

On June 10, 2026, the park was recognized with a California Park and Recreation Society Award of Excellence. The Awards of Excellence honor the outstanding projects, programs, and strategies that elevate the impact of parks and recreation across California.

Photo Credit: Town of Truckee Rendering