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
"Beautiful location right at the beach"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Truckee Donner Lodge
"The motel was wonderful. Breakfast left everyone in the room a bit ill. You could tell a mouse had been tunneling through the raisin bran cereal. There were two definite tunnels that could be seen through the clear plastic containers that could only have been made by an animal. Everyone was talking ..."
Reviewed on 26 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
"The hotel was a good hotel for ski season, etc. It was nothing fancy. The cold plunge was out of order and there were guests above us making all kinds of noise from an early am time on."
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.
