Granite Chief Trailhead From Truckee, take Highway 89 South to the Squaw Valley Road. Go 3 miles to the head of the valley and look for the Squaw Valley Fire Station on the right. The Granite Chief Trail begins just behind the Fire Station. Park across the road in the ski area parking lot. Powderhorn Trailhead From Truckee, follow the directions for the Pacific Crest Trailhead at Barker Pass.
Parking is on the roadside.