Gray Eagle Lodge

We were encouraged to make dinner reservations here as the food we were told was exceptional. We were greeted by a very friendly hostess and taken to our table. The building is a log cabin and it is so welcoming and comfortable. Our server, Erin was exceptionally courteous and happy and you could tell she loved her job. We had pre-ordered our entree as we were told it run out quickly. We both ordered the Bison Steak. We had never had Bison before and it was delicious. We were told that the Chef was extraordinary and we believe it!! Meal was a perfect size with delicious mashed potatoes and veggies. We loved the sauce that came with the Bison. We will definitely come back to this restaurant the next time we are up in this area. Thank you!!

Terrible service me and my family came in and they refused to sit us and was so rude about the whole situation. She said that there was no way she could sit us because of the wait then one of my family members ask how long the wait was and she never gave us an answer she basically told us that it would be a long time. Then another person of my family asked is there any other restaurant and the host told us that that's hard and that it's hard just to find seating for 2 people. We actually felt like we were not welcomed at all and that she was so rude and disrespectful to me and my family. In my opinion do not eat here if you want to feel welcome this place will not give that to you.

Beautiful area! A bit pricey, but the stay includes a delicious dinner and breakfast. Beyond the tasty food there were many trails leading to places like a waterfall and lake. They also have a wide assortment of games to play. This is a great place for a romantic getaway, family vacation, team building etc.

I highly recommend staying here.

While hiking in the Sierra Buttes a few months ago we stumbled upon the Gray Eagle Lodge and decided to check it out. At first look the cabin prices seemed high but after seeing what was included they are very fairly priced. The cabins come with a 3 course dinner and a breakfast. At the far side of the pictured pond is a bench the has a plaque on it about three generations of family spending time there and that pretty much says it all. I find myself hesitating to review this place because it is such a gem and I don't want it to get over booked. As you can see from the menu this is not typical lodge dinning. I had the grilled filet of Salmon with the incredibly delicious butternut squash soup. My wife had the super delicious Flatbread pizza and salad and after tasting my soup wished she had gotten that. So we ordered one to go. Service from the time Sarah checked us in to before dinner drinks from Meghan to dinner service from Jennifer was friendly and courteous. Dinner was excellent and breakfast ample. We will definitely be back for another stay.

My family enjoyed a three night stay here. In most ways, it exceeded expectations. This is a lovely region. The cabins are rustic / no frills (as advertised). The food was excellent -- great choices each morning and night, very good produce (excellent salads), and excellent desserts. We have been to other places where breakfasts and dinners are included, but rarely has the food been so good as Chef Lynn Hagen's. The site has a creek and waterfall and swimming hole, and you can walk/hike up to Smith Lake (and other other lakes nearby). The Lodge has a rowboat at Smith Lake. They will also take kayaks to nearby Salmon Lake, if you want that. We also went horseback riding (views of many lakes!) very close by. If you are looking for a delicious taste of Lakes Basin and Plumas National Forest, this is an ideal home base. Brett and Sarah and every other person on staff here were helpful and pleasant. I would go back in a heartbeat, and I hope I have the opportunity to do so.

Went to this lodge in May...it was opening day. The owners Brett and Lynn as well as their staff were very nice and have a gem of a place there.
Checkin was easy, and we actually got to go in early! The cabin was clean, but the carpets were "moist", maybe they had just been cleaned? Not a big deal. We settled in and took a walk up to the waterfall...very nice grounds. Then back to the cabin for some relaxing and lunch. The whole place is very dog friendly...our pup had a great time.
Dinner was amazing! The Chef made the best prime rib I have ever had. Also there were so many other great dishes available, all made fresh and delicious. The wait staff was polite and did a great job. I can't say enough about the food...I was excited to see the daily menu everyday. Breakfast is good as well, great potatoes and always a special to choose from.
The lodge is welcoming, and the huge fireplace is so nice. One night we were treated to a live musical performance by a lone man playing guitar. He was very talented. Played lots of Beatles and even some Zepplin! What a treat.
There are amazing hiking trails all around. We hiked up to Smith Lake and it was such a great hike. We have two teenagers and they loved playing with all the other kids staying there. They played tag and badminton and hide and seek at night with flashlights. It is a great family scene and we met so many nice people.
So why am I taking away 2 stars??? Here is why I rated this place 3 out of 5 stars. The BED!
Upon arriving both my wife and I sat on the bed and we were like OH NO! It was a very old mattress with no box spring. It was like sleeping on a plywood base with no cushion. I contacted Brett in the morning of our second day. I told him that my wife and I did not sleep well at all and that my left hand had two numb fingers because my nerve in was pinched from sleeping on that bed. He was very receptive and said he had another mattress that he would swap out for me. That day he replaced the mattress and it was better. By better I mean it did not feel like I was sleeping on plywood. But here's the thing, we were paying about $500 a night for the cabin and for me the bed is the most important element of a place to get away and rest. As of right now I would not be able to stay overnight at the lodge. But if I am ever in the area I would definitely go here for dinner!
My recap is this, I really loved the lodge, the staff, and the owners. I loved the river on property, and there were so many great places to hike to. If the beds were replaced with high quality beds and were replaced every 5 years I would have booked a trip for next year. If you read this Brett and things change please let us know...we would love to come stay with you again.

What a nice little gem of a restaurant. It is in the mountains and very cozy. There is a firepit outside and people sitting around it just sipping drinks and chatting. A guy was playing music on his guitar. This looks like a really nice place to stay. I found them to be a bit pricey but when you are a small business I think you have to charge more to make money.
The prime rib was like $35. I have had way better prime rib at Buttercup for half the price but Buttercup wasn't there so... ;) I actually had the "fall off the bone" ribs. They were described to me that way. The BBQ sauce was sweet and smokey the way I like it but the ribs absolutely did NOT fall off the bone. They could have used a little more time on the grill. Caesar salad lacked flavor. The dressing was bland but bread was great and I should know, I think we had three baskets of it. lol. Overall it was good and I would go back.

My 200th review!

This lodge was great! Some friends planned an overnight stay here; the price per couple was $240. Our one night included dinner and breakfast and lunch for the next day. The lodge will even pack your lunch, as long as you request it the night before.

There are lots of trails and lakes in the area. Our group actually got confused and ended up on a 6-mile trail towards Smith Lake. We later found out that the lodge has a little tin boat on the lake (chained/locked to a tree) that guests can use for free, just ask for the key at the front counter.

Cell connectivity isn't that great, but they did have lodge Wi-Fi, but it wasn't that great either. It worked mainly in the lodge, and not so much in our cabin.

During our Saturday night stay, we scored a 3-course meal, which included a prime rib dinner. The servers may not mention dessert is included, but it is...so make sure to take advantage of that! They also have s'mores kits to enjoy around the campfire.

Apparently, this place gets booked up fairly quick, so be sure to check their website for availability. Our group stayed in "Fir", which slept 4 people (and 1 bathroom to share).

If Truckee is called the Jewel of the Sierra's Then the Gray Eagle Lodge is the Sapphire of the Sierra's Warm, Hospitable staff, Awesome setting by the creek, Nice and cozy cabins, Dog friendly.
Dinners (Stuffed crab Rainbow Trout) that are 5 star! Buffet breakfasts. You do NOT go hungry. Full bar with local Craft Beer on draft. Just a wonderful experience! Memories of a life time! I look forward to the return!

This is the gold standard for hiking venues with amazing food and wine. We have hiked to four mountain lakes and returned to evening meals that range from a faux Thanksgiving feast to the best salmon I have tasted. Staff is gracious; cabins are delightful . It is hard to get reservations here but it is worth every effort.