Gateway Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 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 quaint area.
Sugar Bowl
This Bavarian-style ski resort with spa, restaurants, shops and powdery slopes is a favorite with visitors year-round.
Donner Memorial State Park
Enjoy a trip to Donner Memorial State Park and popular activities such as skiing in Truckee. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Activities
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City
Our pick of the best Gateway Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
"Loved everything about it!"
Reviewed on 15 June 2026
evo Hotel Tahoe City
"Nice location by a walking path. Felt safe/secure. Free parking during stay. Near bear area- donβt plan to leave food in car. Had a bit of a view of the lake from the patio. Be aware that patio is accessible to neighborsβ kids/pets since lower part is open. Front desk open until 9:30-ish. No one ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
"Clean room. Beautiful property."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Crown Motel
"Great little motel right in the lake. We enjoyed a King lakefront room. Appeared recently remodeled. Very comfortable. AC and ceiling fan available. Microwave, tea kettle and coffee/tea bags. Several restaurants are walkable. There were bbqs available to use. My only critique would be that the fire ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe
"Staff is rud."
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Pepper Tree Inn
"Horrible experience, booking was a package deal and it was supposed to be 6/22 check out as that is what my flight and rental car were dated, Nor Cal to So Cal for work, Anyway, on Sat 3/22 I was resting as I was super tired from a work function. 3X the housekeepers kept knocking and told them I ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Gateway
Northstar
If you're spending some time in Northstar, Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course and Northstar California Resort are top sights worth seeing.
Northstar Village
While visiting Northstar Village, you might make a stop by sights like Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola.
Downtown Truckee
If you're spending some time in Downtown Truckee, Truckee River and Commercial Row are top sights worth seeing.
Donner Lake Woods
While visiting Donner Lake Woods, you might make a stop by sights like Donner Lake and West End Beach.
