Northstar Travel Guide
Truckee
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
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 quaint area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Commercial Row
You can find out about the history of Truckee with a stop at Commercial Row. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Top hotels in Northstar
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Everyone was helpful and cheerful. Rooms was excellent with everything promised and clean. Need instructions on how to use fans, fireplace and heater control.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
What stood out is the continuity of amazing service that they provided during our stay
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Northstar California Resort
Perfect space for families. Close to Northstar Village. Great check in experience.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe
We travel with a son on the spectrum. It’s very important that we stay somewhere where he feels at home. This place was perfect for us. We will be back!
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Northstar California Resort
Ski-in/ski-out Northstar Condo Near Lake Tahoe!
Northstar units are generally old. This unit was also old, but has updated appliances, which was nice. The longer dining table and two full couches were also nice to have. They do not have benches for the dining table as shown in their pictures. They only have four chairs. The unit was in the perfect ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Northstar
Northstar Village
While visiting Northstar Village, you might make a stop by sights like Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola.
Olympic Heights
When in Olympic Heights, you can plan a visit to Old Greenwood Golf Course and The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Juniper Hill
Though Juniper Hill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Old Greenwood Golf Course and Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course.
Ponderosa Palisades
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ponderosa Palisades and surrounding area, you can visit Commercial Row and Ponderosa Golf Course.
Downtown Truckee
If you're spending some time in Downtown Truckee, Truckee River and Commercial Row are top sights worth seeing.
Union Mills
Union Mills might not have many top sights, but Truckee River Wildlife Area and Old Greenwood Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
