Gateway Travel Guide
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
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.
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 such as skiing in Truckee. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Things to do
California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour From Incline Village to South Lake Tahoe
Snowshoe Tour in the Lake Tahoe Mountains
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
Lake Tahoe: Clear Kayak Tour
Top hotels in Gateway
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Clean rooms, beautiful setting, good restaurants. Wish they had a casual, low-lite bar. Cutthroat Saloon was too bright.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Cedar Glen Lodge
Very nice staff and quiet, peaceful room.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe
Staff was great at check in and very responsive throughout our family's stay. The location is great and proximity to the Palisades Village was convenient. Going ice skating and sledding are memories that my family will enjoy remembering. There were also three hot tubs and two pools. My family enjoyed ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Martis Valley Lodge Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Staff were very courteous especially for breakfast and the room was very clean they did clean the room mid stay.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Beautiful Mountain View. Friendly staff. Excellent location for skiing.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gateway
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.
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.
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 Coyote Moon Golf Course.
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.
Prosser Lake Heights
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Prosser Lake Heights and surrounding area, you can visit The Golf Club at Gray's Crossing and Old Greenwood Golf Course.
