Eldorado National Forest

Travel Guide

Coyote mint along the PCT trail, approaching the backside of Elephants Back peak. Spring finally came to Carson Pass in the High Sierras. Truly beautiful and fun place to explore. #nature #hiking #backpacking #camping #PCT
Beautiful alpine lake near Kirkwood ski resort. #WinterWonders
👌🏞 #california #sacramento #auburn
Pyramid Creek Cascades flows from Desolation Lake to Ropi lake in the Desolation Wilderness. Located South of Lake Aloha and the PCT, Shorter day route from Horsetail Falls trail off hwy 50. Beautiful set of Cascades with great backpacking lakes on both ends.
Round Top on the far left, The Sisters on the right with Round Top Lake in the foreground. The wildflowers in the spring (June) are spectacular. #Hiking #RoundTopLake #MokalumneWilderness #Backcountry #Outdoors #OpenSpaces #HighAlpine #SierraNevadas #Mountains #Blue

Where to stay in Eldorado National Forest

Panoramic landscape scene with sun shining behind the snow capped mountains in Lake Tahoe California

West Meadows

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Meadows and surrounding area, you can visit TC Express Ski Lift and Cornice Express Ski Lift.

West Meadows
Lake Tahoe California. Emerald Bay. Winter Drone Panorama. Beautiful colors.

Palisades

While Palisades might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Slide Mountain Ski Lift and Kirkwood Mountain Resort.

Palisades
This way - Skiing - Snowboarding - Trails

Juniper Ridge

When in Juniper Ridge, you can plan a visit to Slide Mountain Ski Lift and TC Express Ski Lift, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Juniper Ridge
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

3.5 out of 5
50 Highway 50 Stateline NV
The price is P3,102 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
P3,102
P5,746 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stateline. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the bar and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (4,997 reviews)
It was welcoming to pets however it was 75$ a night to bring a pet unless it’s a service animal. Also half the hotel is under construction

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

4 out of 5
55 Highway 50 Stateline NV
The price is P2,723 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
P2,723
P5,249 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Stateline. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (4,944 reviews)
Everything was great. No issues. Clean room with fantastic view of the lake. Quiet room with no issues. Had a great stay.

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

4 out of 5
4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe CA
The price is P5,880 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
P5,880
P10,378 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly resort in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,607 reviews)
A very family-friendly hotel; my family loved the pool with the cinema. We will definitely be back.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
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Marriott's Timber Lodge

Marriott's Timber Lodge

4 out of 5
4100 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe CA
Stay at this condo in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 hot tubs, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,024 reviews)
Very clean and pretty. The staff was professional and nice.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Marriott's Timber Lodge
The Americana Village

The Americana Village

2 out of 5
3845 Pioneer Trl South Lake Tahoe CA
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,586 reviews)
Everything great for a family!

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

The Americana Village
Tahoe Beach & Ski Club

Tahoe Beach & Ski Club

3 out of 5
3601 Lake Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe CA
Book a stay at this beach condo in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,046 reviews)
Nice place right next to the Lake.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Tahoe Beach & Ski Club
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Popular places to visit

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Kirkwood Mountain Resort

Hit the slopes in Kirkwood with a visit to Kirkwood Mountain Resort. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kirkwood Mountain Resort
The sunrise silhouettes a chairlift

Cornice Express Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Cornice Express Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.

Cornice Express Ski Lift
An empty ski resort in winter covered in fog and sunlight shining through on the mountain with trees and ski lifts

Solitude Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Solitude Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Solitude Ski Lift

Hell Hole Reservoir

Explore the great outdoors at Hell Hole Reservoir and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tahoe City. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

Hell Hole Reservoir

Caples Crest Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Caples Crest Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.

Caples Crest Ski Lift

Slide Mountain Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Slide Mountain Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.

Slide Mountain Ski Lift
Emerald Bay State Park which includes general coastal views

South Lake Tahoe

Dogwood Trees in Fall

Pollock Pines

Panoramic View of Rocky Beach and Dock at the Lake surrounded by Mountains and Trees. Summer Season. Sugar Pine Point Beach, Tahoma, California, United States. Sugar Pine Point State Park. Panorama

Tahoma

Oregon quality scenery in Northern California

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