Donner Lake Woods Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Donner Lake Woods
Popular places to visit
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.
Donner Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Donner Lake during your travels in Truckee. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
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.
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 family-friendly 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.
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.
Our pick of the best Donner Lake Woods Hotel Deals
Pepper Tree Inn
Beautiful view of the lake
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The Inn at Truckee
It was ok
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Cedar Glen Lodge
Had everything we needed. Great location. Beach walking distance across the street. Staff was very polite and informative. Room was very clean.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
evo Hotel Tahoe City
Great location, 6 min walk to Safeway and less to coffee and food shops outside the hotel restaurant which is great too. Room was super clean, well appointed and functional. The lobby staff was great and welcoming. I highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Truckee Donner Lodge
Clean room, good WiFi, great staff.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Room was extremely large and staff was great. The only inconvenience was that none of the stores or restaurants were open on property.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
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.
