Northstar Travel Guide
Truckee
Popular places to visit
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.
Northstar California Resort
Amid the beautiful landscapes along Lake Tahoe is a mountain resort with family-friendly snow sports, hiking trails, golf and boutique shopping.
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 quaint area.
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.
Things to do
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City
California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours
Tahoe National Forest Moonlight Snowshoe Tour Under a Starry Sky
"Lake Tahoe 101" : See The Whole Lake! 6 HR Shared Tour by Van.
Top hotels in Northstar
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
"It was off-season, but we enjoyed it. Celebrated my daughter’s birthday and went swimming barbecued cooked a lot. Barbecue propane tank were empty, but staff was able to help get it going."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
"Great place to be!"
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Northstar Resort by Vail Resorts
"They were closed"
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Redwood by AvantStay | Secluded Cabin w/ Views & Hot Tub | 5mins to NorthStar!
"Cozy cabin, plenty of towels and dishes, great place for a good hang"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe
"Easy parking, clean"
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
SALE ! 149/ht from 3/15 to 3/19 TRUE SKI IN / SKI OUT. 199/nt 3/122 to 3/26
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 Glenshire Elementary School Park and Old Greenwood 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 Ponderosa Golf Course and Coyote Moon 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 Glenshire Elementary School Park and Truckee River Wildlife Area are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
