Donner Crest Travel Guide
Truckee
Visit Donner Crest
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 Donner Crest
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
There is nothing special about the room. It was clean and well stocked, but for that price range, I would say it was underwhelming.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
The Inn at Truckee
nice helpful staff, The inn is "dated" and could use a facelift, but it was clean and centrally located
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe
Such a comfortable stay. The lift is right next to the hotel which is amazing... The gym is nice and the jacuzzi, steam room and sauna amenities are a nice bonus. Love staying there for my ski trips.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Crown Motel
The front desk people were very nice. Our room was very clean. Bed was comfortable. Hot tub was hot. Great view all in all everything I could ask for.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Truckee Donner Lodge
Nice clean room. Excellent breakfast.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Donner Crest
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
