Southside Highlands Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Northstar California Resort
When you picture California, sunny beaches, surf, and the sea are sure to come to mind first. Don't forget that snow is falling down on the mountain, making Northstar Ski Resort one of the top destinations when ski season arrives.

Donner Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Donner Lake during your travels in Truckee. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Sugar Bowl
This Bavarian-style ski resort with spa, restaurants, shops and powdery slopes is a favorite with visitors year-round.

Sugar Bowl Resort
Hit the slopes at Sugar Bowl Resort during your trip to Truckee. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Donner Memorial State Park
Enjoy a trip to Donner Memorial State Park and popular activities such as skiing in Truckee. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Truckee with a visit to Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Top hotels in Southside Highlands

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Room was clean .Staffs were nice .Breakfast is only with good credits and got members only when you already ended the breakfast then they bill you and tell you.But the hotel says when booked that breakfast is included. All like a trap. casino is very small .overall -not for kids and families. ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Pepper Tree Inn
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Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Crown Motel
We had a room that was right on the beach. Lovely views. From bed it looked like we were on a cruise ship (so foggy and cloudy you couldn't see the other shore.)
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Truckee Donner Lodge
Our stay was great! Dana was super helpful and friendly. The rooms was clean and comfy.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Cedar Glen Lodge
We needed a quick getaway and didn't want to leave our one-year-old, very people-loving cats behind. Cedar Glen Lodge in Tahoe Vista had a pet-friendly room available and we are so glad we got to stay there. The room was super clean, the bed was huge and very comfortable, and it had a beautiful, ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Everything at the hotel was amazing. The 3 bedroom suite had plenty of space and all of the kitchen appliances you could have wanted. We had breakfast and dinner both days in the hotel without having to spend extra money going out to eat. We also were able to utilize the dvd player and dvd free rental ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southside Highlands

Donner Lake Woods
While visiting Donner Lake Woods, you might make a stop by sights like Donner Lake and West End Beach.

Wolfe Estates
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wolfe Estates and surrounding area, you can visit West End Beach and Donner Lake.

Armstrong
Though Armstrong may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Donner Lake and Coyote Moon Golf Course.

Meadow Lake Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Meadow Lake Park and surrounding area, you can visit Coyote Moon Golf Course and Commercial Row.

Donner Crest
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Donner Crest and surrounding area, you can visit Coyote Moon Golf Course and Commercial Row.

Gateway
While there might not be top attractions in Gateway, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coyote Moon Golf Course and Commercial Row.
