Southside Highlands Travel Guide
Truckee
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City
California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
"Lake Tahoe 101" : See The Whole Lake! 6 HR Shared Tour by Van.
Top hotels in Southside Highlands
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Pepper Tree Inn
"Kinda dirty, stained carpet, shower door was broken and didn’t shut all the way, nice enough staff but not excited at all.. view was great but stairs and everything were under construction.. it was an okay stay just not worth the price"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Crown Motel
"Always the best place!!!!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe
"Fabulous property. Comfy bed, lovely view. Quiet, peaceful, good location."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
evo Hotel Tahoe City
"I really wanted to enjoy my stay in Tahoe, but Evo Hotel made that impossible. The room and bathroom were dirty — and not just a little dusty. Visibly unclean in a way that made me uncomfortable touching surfaces. The bare minimum expectation when staying at a hotel is that the room has been properly ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Truckee Donner Lodge
"Nice, clean no frills hotel. Great location next to Donner State Park, decent free breakfast. Room clean and quiet."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 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.
