Southside Highlands Travel Guide
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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 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 Southside Highlands
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Everything was perfect! Thank you so much!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Pepper Tree Inn
Great staff and comfy spot to relax - central location
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
We had such a great stay at the Hyatt. We had 3 families going and the staff made sure our three rooms were as close as possible. The rooms were all well stocked with great quality kitchen cookware. Bring your own seasonings though! We loved walking to the village and highlands gondola for skiing. ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
The Inn at Truckee
Clean and cozy, excellent location, very good selections for breakfast. Great value.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe
We were so looking forward to our stay. We checked in at the front desk around 7:30 pm and went to our room to await our bags to be delivered by the bell hop. Finally, at 8:30, the bags arrived so we headed downstairs to grab some dinner. Upon checkin we were told that the restaurants closed at 9 ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Truckee Donner Lodge
Front desk employees are particularly rude and not kid friendly
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southside Highlands
Donner Lake Woods
While visiting Donner Lake Woods, you might make a stop by sights like Donner Lake and West End Beach.
Wolfe Estates
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wolfe Estates and surrounding area, you can visit West End Beach and Donner Lake.
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.
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.
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.
