Eldorado National Forest Travel Guide

Tourist 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
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.

Where to stay in Eldorado National Forest

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

West Meadows

West Meadows might not have many top sights, but TC Express Ski Lift and Cornice Express Ski Lift are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

Palisades

While there might not be top attractions in Palisades, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kirkwood Mountain Resort and TC Express Ski Lift.

Palisades
This way - Skiing - Snowboarding - Trails

Juniper Ridge

While Juniper Ridge isn't home to many top sights, TC Express Ski Lift and Cornice Express Ski Lift are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 Rp867.278 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
Rp867.278
Rp1.606.435 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
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 their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (4,887 reviews)
Fun location, staff was very friendly. The room was clean but outdated. The room was too hot for us and there was no air conditioning available. The lamp next to the bed

Reviewed on 27 Feb 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 Rp988.781 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
Rp988.781
Rp1.726.847 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 their reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (4,866 reviews)
our room was very clean and spacious. all of the staff was great, front desk, valet, housekeeping and the waitresses in the casino. our stay was very pleasant. The location is extremely convenient to the ski resort.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.644.058 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
Rp1.644.058
Rp2.901.407 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly resort in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,516 reviews)
The staff, every one of them we encountered went above and beyond

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Marriott's Timber Lodge

Marriott's Timber Lodge

4 out of 5
4100 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe CA
Stay at this hotel in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 hot tubs and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Room was clean, and right next to Gondola. However, neighbors were very loud, disappointing especially how much those rooms are per night.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Marriott's Timber Lodge
The Americana Village

The Americana Village

2 out of 5
3845 Pioneer Trl South Lake Tahoe CA
Stay at this beach aparthotel in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,574 reviews)
They are very limited in the breakfast section and quantity for the guests

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

The Americana Village
Tahoe Beach & Ski Club

Tahoe Beach & Ski Club

3 out of 5
3601 Lake Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe CA
Stay at this beach condo in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,018 reviews)
Clean room, good staff, good location and access to private beach

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Tahoe Beach & Ski Club
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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