Lake of the Pines Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

Placer County Museum
You can study the exhibits at Placer County Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Auburn. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.
Gold Country Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Gold Country Fairgrounds during your stay in Auburn. Discover the bars and its live music while you're in the area.
Lake Clementine
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Clementine during your travels in Auburn. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Ridge Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Auburn at Ridge Golf Club. Wander the riverfront and gardens in the area.
DarkHorse Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Auburn at DarkHorse Golf Club. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Placer County Visitor Information Center
After visiting Placer County Visitor Information Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Auburn. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Activities

Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City

California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours

"Lake Tahoe 101" : See The Whole Lake! 6 HR Shared Tour by Van.

Private Tahoe Mountain Running Activity With A Guide
Our pick of the best Lake of the Pines Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn And Suites By Wyndham Lincoln
The condition of the rooms was extremely clean. Breakfast was well balanced but the “ omelette “ was dry and hard. The attendant was attentive and replaced the food quickly when there was just a small amount left. Staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Thunder Valley Casino Resort
We enjoyed everything about this Casino resort, and we'll be coming back soon!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Rocklin/Sacramento
Room was well proportioned. Great bed. Clean.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Rocklin
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Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Red Lion Inn & Suites Auburn
The staff is always amazing and helpful. The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. Hot breakfast is served daily and special accommodations are fulfilled upon request. I continue to frequent this hotel as it is clean, quiet, safe and comfortable. Thank you Red Lion for your hospitality.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Best Western Golden Key
Overall very nice. Highway noise was an issue.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Lake of the Pines

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

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

Historic Old Town Auburn
Travellers enjoy Historic Old Town Auburn for its bars and museums. Consider checking out Joss House Museum while you're in the area.


