Privacy awaits on this exceptional 3-acre parcel, located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. The property offers the potential for sweeping views of the Sierra Crest and the Truckee River. Directly across the street you can access to the Sawtooth Trail system which is on Forest Service land?providing thousands of acres of wilderness and year-round recreation. With no HOA restrictions and no Town of Truckee height limitations, you have the freedom to get creative with your architectural design. Located within Placer County, building permits are processed outside of the Town of Truckee. The two lots being sold together are 11902 and 11912 Rio Vista Drive. With the Forest Service land and the Sawtooth Trail system just across the street, this an ideal setting for summer biking and hiking, or winter snowmobiling and snowshoeing, with effortless access into the backcountry. A perc test has been completed and is available upon request, and the parcel should comfortably accommodate a large custom home. Situated in the desirable Ponderosa Palisades neighborhood, adjacent to Sierra Meadows, the location offers close proximity to downtown Truckee, the regional park, local shops and restaurants. Roads leading to the property are wide and gently sloped, making winter driving easier and providing ample space for snow storage. All of this is just minutes from downtown Truckee?an ideal setting to build your mountain dream home.