Art Hikes
Described as magical, diverse and inspiring, Trails and Vistas Art Hikes blend art experiences with the beauty of being immersed in nature.
2026 Theme:
This year’s theme is "borrowed landscape," shakkei (借景). In Japan, shakkei (借景) is the art of incorporating distant scenery, like mountains, trees or lakes to make an intimate space feel larger and more integrated with its surroundings. This technique uses elements like a strategically placed opening or a framing device to "capture" the background view.
This summer, Trails & Vistas' Artistic Director, Nancy Tieken Lopez, will be collaborating with over fifty artists to create a seamless blend between man-made elements and the natural world so that participants can connect to nature, connect to culture, as well as connecting with people and place.
Things to Know:
- All tickets have a hiking start time and ending time, approximately 3 hours for the Art Hike.
- Check in 30 minutes before your start time at Alder Creek Adventure Center, Truckee, CA.
- Bring your printed ticket from Ticketleap with time and date. Bring ID if you lose your ticket.
- All ages are welcome.
No pets, cameras, or phones are allowed for the Art Hikes
2026 Art Hikes are SOLD OUT.
