Kirkwood Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

These are winter trees in a snow storm. They are located near the Kirkwood ski area. They are surrounded by a snowy hillside.
Remote mountain top, hiking to the bowls in the distance, Kirkwood resort, California, USA January 4, 2020
California's Kirkwood ski resort in Summer. A beautiful alpine meadow with snow dappled mountains in the background
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Where to stay in Kirkwood

Panoramic landscape scene with sun shining behind the snow capped mountains in Lake Tahoe California

West Meadows

West Meadows might not have many top sights, but TC Express Ski Lift and Cornice Express Ski Lift are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

West Meadows
Lake Tahoe California. Emerald Bay. Winter Drone Panorama. Beautiful colors.

Palisades

While there might not be top attractions in Palisades, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Caples Crest Ski Lift and Kirkwood Mountain Resort.

Palisades
This way - Skiing - Snowboarding - Trails

Juniper Ridge

While Juniper Ridge isn't home to many top sights, Caples Crest Ski Lift and TC Express Ski Lift are some notable places to visit nearby.

Juniper Ridge
Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts

Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts

3 out of 5
1377 Kirkwood Meadows Drive Kirkwood CA
The price is AU$256 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$256
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ski hotel in Kirkwood. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Kirkwood Mountain Resort and The Wall Ski Lift are ...
7.4/10 Good! (470 reviews)
The suite we were offered was very well appointed and comfortable. It contained all the facilities and amenities we required. The property had a nice view over the ski slopes and ski in ski out convenience. The communal spa was a welcome bonus. We highly recommend this property.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

3.5 out of 5
50 Highway 50 Stateline NV
The price is AU$121 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$121
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stateline. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the bar and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (5,018 reviews)
It was under construction. Gym was close . Drilling banging noise starting 6am

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

4 out of 5
4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe CA
The price is AU$234 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$234
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly resort in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,640 reviews)
I have stayed many times in the past, Nice location

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
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Marriott's Timber Lodge

Marriott's Timber Lodge

4 out of 5
4100 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe CA
Stay at this condo in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 hot tubs and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,032 reviews)
The property was clean but definitely over priced.

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Marriott's Timber Lodge
The Americana Village

The Americana Village

2 out of 5
3845 Pioneer Trl South Lake Tahoe CA
Stay at this beach aparthotel in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
The Americana Village
Tahoe Beach & Ski Club

Tahoe Beach & Ski Club

3 out of 5
3601 Lake Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe CA
Stay at this beach condo in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,051 reviews)
Very clean and friendly staff, its family friendly envionment

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Tahoe Beach & Ski Club
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Kirkwood Mountain Resort

Kirkwood Mountain Resort

4/5(2 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Kirkwood with a visit to Kirkwood Mountain Resort. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kirkwood Mountain Resort
The sunrise silhouettes a chairlift

Cornice Express Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Cornice Express Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.

Cornice Express Ski Lift
An empty ski resort in winter covered in fog and sunlight shining through on the mountain with trees and ski lifts

Solitude Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Solitude Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Solitude Ski Lift

Caples Crest Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Caples Crest Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.

Caples Crest Ski Lift

Slide Mountain Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Slide Mountain Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.

Slide Mountain Ski Lift

The Wall Ski Lift

You can take time to visit The Wall Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.

The Wall Ski Lift

Cities near Kirkwood

A man, Brendan Burnside, catches a fish fly fishing in Pleasant Valley Creek in Markleeville, California.

Markleeville