Donner Lake Woods Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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
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 family-friendly area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
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.
Activities
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.
Our pick of the best Donner Lake Woods Hotel Deals
Pepper Tree Inn
"Good location. Room amenities did not work like air and electricity was poor for charging devices."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Crown Motel
"Good place and good beach view and mountain view"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Truckee Donner Lodge
"Staff was not welcoming at check in. Room was just ok. Bathroom had broken tiles on the floor. Didn’t seem very clean. The free breakfast was a mad house. Not easy to get into the area. We choose to eat else where. We will not be coming back"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe
"The pool was open however the 2 smaller kid pools and slide remained closed and one kid pool water was green. Not a luxury amenity hotel at all. Loud next door people with small children and we moved rooms. We stayed here during winter as well and still a low 3 of 5 rating. Expecting much ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
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
evo Hotel Tahoe City
"Room was clean. Albeit very minimalistic. Staff great! Tough getting up the stairs from one outdoor entrance as there are birds with nests that make a terrible mess and although the staff clean it everyday, it isn’t enough. Location fabulous. I would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Donner Lake Woods
Wolfe Estates
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wolfe Estates and surrounding area, you can visit West End Beach and Donner Lake.
Southside Highlands
When in Southside Highlands, you can plan a visit to Donner Lake and Donner Memorial State Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Armstrong
Though Armstrong may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Emigrant Trail Museum and Donner Lake.
Donner Crest
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Donner Crest and surrounding area, you can visit Coyote Moon Golf Course and Emigrant Trail Museum.
Meadow Lake Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Meadow Lake Park and surrounding area, you can visit Coyote Moon Golf Course and Emigrant Trail Museum.
Gateway
While there might not be top attractions in Gateway, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coyote Moon Golf Course and Emigrant Trail Museum.
