Donner Lake Woods 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 quaint area.
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.
Sugar Bowl
This Bavarian-style ski resort with spa, restaurants, shops and powdery slopes is a favorite with visitors year-round.
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 family-friendly area.
Donner Memorial State Park
Enjoy a trip to Donner Memorial State Park and popular activities such as skiing in Truckee. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Top hotels in Donner Lake Woods
Pepper Tree Inn
The room was simple and quiet, had everything we needed. The view from our fifth floor room was amazing. And the front desk clerk was so friendly and kind even as we arrived late on a snowy night when he was very busy.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
We had such a great stay at the Hyatt. We had 3 families going and the staff made sure our three rooms were as close as possible. The rooms were all well stocked with great quality kitchen cookware. Bring your own seasonings though! We loved walking to the village and highlands gondola for skiing. ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
The Inn at Truckee
Super friendly great place to stay
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Truckee Donner Lodge
Front desk staff (woman) during late am was very rude.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe
We were so looking forward to our stay. We checked in at the front desk around 7:30 pm and went to our room to await our bags to be delivered by the bell hop. Finally, at 8:30, the bags arrived so we headed downstairs to grab some dinner. Upon checkin we were told that the restaurants closed at 9 ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
I cannot believe I spent $2,500 per night to be stressed out of my mind with fire alarms going off with my two dogs and my 5 mont old baby, rush out of the room and told that the fire alarm is over, only to head back and have fire alarms go off intermittently again for over an hour. I literally had ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Donner Lake Woods
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.
Southside Highlands
When in Southside Highlands, you can plan a visit to Donner Lake and Donner Memorial State Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Armstrong
Though Armstrong may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Emigrant Trail Museum and Donner Lake.
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 Emigrant Trail Museum.
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 Emigrant Trail Museum.
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 Emigrant Trail Museum.
