When is the best time to go to Lake Of The Pines?

The best times to go to Lake Of The Pines are during the spring and autumn months, specifically from April to May and September to October, when the weather is most pleasant for outdoor activities. Spring brings mild temperatures, typically ranging from 15°C to 25°C, making it ideal for enjoying the lake without the intense summer heat. The surrounding landscape is lush and green, and wildflowers are in bloom, offering lovely scenery for walks or golf. It's a great time for couples seeking a peaceful getaway and families looking to enjoy the outdoors before the peak season. Autumn offers similarly comfortable temperatures, usually between 18°C and 28°C, with less chance of rain than spring. The changing colours of the foliage around the lake provide a beautiful backdrop for leisure activities, and the water remains warm enough for swimming or boating.

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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Lake of the Pines?

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A Best Western hotel with a modern facade, stone accents, and a covered entrance.

1. Best Western Colfax

10.8 km from Lake of the Pines

Misty

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A snow-covered building with a porch and steps leading to the entrance.

2. Colfax Motorlodge

11 km from Lake of the Pines

Patricia

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a large mirror.

3. Red Lion Inn & Suites Auburn

North Auburn, 12.9 km from Lake of the Pines

David

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, a potted plant, and a view of the outdoors.

4. The Foothills Motel

North Auburn, 12.7 km from Lake of the Pines

scott

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and blue sofas.

5. Motel 6 Auburn, CA

North Auburn, 13 km from Lake of the Pines

Aryan

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel lobby with a sofa, armchair, wooden coffee table, and a reception desk.

6. Auburn House Hotel

North Auburn, 12.5 km from Lake of the Pines

naomi

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A circular outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs and tables, set against a backdrop of trees and a view of the landscape.

7. Hotel Vista Sierra

North Auburn, 12.1 km from Lake of the Pines

Penny

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a conference hotel.

8. Gold Miners Inn Grass Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

19.8 km from Lake of the Pines

Ernest

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A forested area with a dirt path, large rocks, and trees.

9. Alta Sierra Village Inn

10.7 km from Lake of the Pines

Brigette

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a building entrance, and surrounding greenery.

10. Holiday Inn Auburn by IHG

Downtown Auburn, 15.4 km from Lake of the Pines

Lisa

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A cozy seating area with two armchairs and a round ottoman, a small table with a lamp, and a bench with a cushioned seat.

11. Best Western Golden Key

North Auburn, 12.6 km from Lake of the Pines

Stephen

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A reception area with a stone wall, a large poster with trees, and a shelf with snacks.

12. La Quinta Inn And Suites By Wyndham Lincoln

28.9 km from Lake of the Pines

Ribert

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

13. Holbrooke Hotel

20 km from Lake of the Pines

Brandie

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A stone sign with the text "Auburn Established 1848" surrounded by greenery and a brick wall.

14. Elmwood Motel

Downtown Auburn, 15.2 km from Lake of the Pines

Dan

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A wooden cabin-style room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, and a small kitchen area.

15. Sierra Mountain Inn

20.2 km from Lake of the Pines

Tyler

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A reception area with a glass door entrance, a reception desk, and a wall with a geometric design.

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lincoln by IHG

28.5 km from Lake of the Pines

Dawn

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A wooden sauna with towels, candles, and a potted plant.

17. Grass Valley Courtyard Suites

20.1 km from Lake of the Pines

Katherine

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A forested area with a pathway leading to a building with a warm-lit interior.

18. Harmony Ridge Lodge

29.2 km from Lake of the Pines

Stephanie

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A patio with outdoor furniture, a pathway, and string lights.

19. The Dutch Flat Hotel

26.4 km from Lake of the Pines

Bart

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A two-story house with a wooden deck and a stone bridge over a stream.

20. Flume's End

24.7 km from Lake of the Pines

Mandy

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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Our guide on where to stay in Lake of the Pines

Find the best Lake of the Pines areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A stone bridge over a river with rocky banks and a forested hillside.

North Auburn

While visiting North Auburn, you might make a stop by sights like Regal Auburn - California and Auburn State Recreation Area.

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Downtown Auburn

While visiting Downtown Auburn, you might make a stop by sights like Gold Country Fairgrounds and Placer County Museum.

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Historic Old Town Auburn

The bars and museums are a few reasons travellers visit Historic Old Town Auburn. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Gold Country Fairgrounds and Placer County Museum, a few notable attractions nearby.

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Top Lake of the Pines Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Lake of the Pines

The Foothills Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay ! Staff is friendly"

Northern Queen Inn

8/10 Good

"Reception / Check in was a little confusing - but once I found it all went smoothly. Loved that the Reception area was staffed at 6am and was able to grab a couple things to snack on in the car before hitting the road. Only thing I wished would have been different was if the restaurant would have been open. But the Old Town area was really fun and super friendly people everywhere."

Auburn House Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was right in the freeway, so the road noise was a little loud. Also, there was a significant amount of dust and debris in one corner, and if I had been traveling with children I would have asked that it be cleaned or I have another room. But since I wasn’t staying in the room much, I just ignored it. The breakfast was ok, but the pancake machine ran out of batter around 9am and there was no active attendant on duty to change it, so the second day I only got one pancake."

Red Lion Inn & Suites Auburn

8/10 Good

"Pros: Property has everything you need for a short stay. The parking lot and location is safe and easy to access. The staff is very nice at check in and check out. There is a continental breakfast included at no extra charge. The rooms are spacious. The bed is very comfortable. There is a fridge, blow-dryer, ironing board, and the shower water is warm and good water pressure. Next to the hotel is conveniently a taco bell and Starbucks. The location is just a short uber ride to downtown. Cons: This is an older property, the rooms could use a little extra cleaning and minor updating but to be expected for its age. Reason for staying: We like to day drink and hop around the shops and downtown/old town and found this is a comfortable hotel to stay and the location is very convenient."

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Our top choices for Lake of the Pines hotels

1. Best Western Colfax

2. Colfax Motorlodge

3. Red Lion Inn & Suites Auburn

4. The Foothills Motel

5. Motel 6 Auburn, CA

6. Auburn House Hotel

7. Hotel Vista Sierra

8. Gold Miners Inn Grass Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

9. Alta Sierra Village Inn

10. Holiday Inn Auburn by IHG

11. Best Western Golden Key

12. La Quinta Inn And Suites By Wyndham Lincoln

13. Holbrooke Hotel

14. Elmwood Motel

15. Sierra Mountain Inn

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lincoln by IHG

17. Grass Valley Courtyard Suites

18. Harmony Ridge Lodge

19. The Dutch Flat Hotel

20. Flume's End

Our guide on where to stay in Lake of the Pines

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