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 relaxing 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.

Donner Memorial State Park
Enjoy a trip to Donner Memorial State Park and popular activities such as skiing in Truckee. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

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 quaint area.
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

"Lake Tahoe 101" : See The Whole Lake! 6 HR Shared Tour by Van.
Top hotels in Gateway

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Room was clean .Staffs were nice .Breakfast is only with good credits and got members only when you already ended the breakfast then they bill you and tell you.But the hotel says when booked that breakfast is included. All like a trap. casino is very small .overall -not for kids and families. ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Pepper Tree Inn
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Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Crown Motel
We had a room that was right on the beach. Lovely views. From bed it looked like we were on a cruise ship (so foggy and cloudy you couldn't see the other shore.)
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Truckee Donner Lodge
The room was very spacious. A/C was quiet. An absolutely beautiful property.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Cedar Glen Lodge
The cabins were cute and cozy. The staff was very friendly and helpful. It was fun having smores in the evening.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Very good property
Reviewed on 6 May 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 Commercial Row.

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 Commercial Row.

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 Donner Lake 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.
