Northstar Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northstar
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 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.
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 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
Our pick of the best Northstar Hotel Deals
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
"Beautiful place to stay."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
"Excellent place to stay"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Northstar Resort by Vail Resorts
"Everything"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Redwood by AvantStay | Secluded Cabin w/ Views & Hot Tub | 5mins to NorthStar!
"Cozy cabin, plenty of towels and dishes, great place for a good hang"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe
"Very good place 100% recommend"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Near Ski Resorts, Downtown Truckee, & Donner Lake | Basque Lodge by AvantStay
"Great host and home! The amenities were wonderful and our group was well taken care of the entire trip, can't recommend enough!"
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Northstar
Northstar Village
While visiting Northstar Village, you might make a stop by sights like Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola.
Donner Lake Woods
While visiting Donner Lake Woods, you might make a stop by sights like Donner Lake and West End Beach.
Downtown Truckee
If you're spending some time in Downtown Truckee, Truckee River and Commercial Row are top sights worth seeing.
Ponderosa Palisades
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ponderosa Palisades and surrounding area, you can visit Ponderosa Golf Course and Old Greenwood Golf Course.
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.
