Northstar
Truckee
Popular places to visit
Northstar California Resort
When you picture California, sunny beaches, surf, and the sea are sure to come to mind first. Don't forget that snow is falling down on the mountain, making Northstar Ski Resort one of the top destinations when ski season arrives.
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.
Sugar Bowl
This Bavarian-style ski resort with spa, restaurants, shops and powdery slopes is a favorite with visitors year-round.
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 like skiing in Truckee. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside, or seek out the hiking trails.
Things to do
California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours
"Lake Tahoe 101" : See The Whole Lake! 6 HR Shared Tour by Van.
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
Top hotels in Northstar
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Clean room with activity center for kids.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Amazing staff, very attentive. Super nice gym!
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
Northstar Resort by Vail Resorts
Overall, the condo was clean and generally well maintained, and the staff were friendly, helpful, and easy to deal with throughout our stay. The location was also convenient for accessing the mountain, which made getting out to ski each day straightforward. That said, the unit itself was quite small ...
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe
Location is fantastic, parking is great and condo is nice. The Northstar Village is not great. There were no good restaurants, so shopping ahead and making dinner in is recommended. Taking the elevator straight down to the gondola is amazing!! It’s def ski in and ski out.
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
East West Hospitality Tahoe
Right next to gondola, excellent access
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
Northstar California Resort
Everything was fine just not outstanding.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northstar
Northstar Village
If you're spending some time in Northstar Village, Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola are top sights worth seeing.
Olympic Heights
Though Olympic Heights might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Old Greenwood Golf Course and The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing.
Juniper Hill
While Juniper Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Greenwood Golf Course and Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course.
Ponderosa Palisades
Though Ponderosa Palisades might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ponderosa Golf Course and Coyote Moon Golf Course.
Downtown Truckee
If you're spending some time in Downtown Truckee, Truckee River and Commercial Row are top sights worth seeing.
Union Mills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Union Mills and surrounding area, you can visit Truckee River Wildlife Area and Old Greenwood Golf Course.