Eldorado National Forest, CA

Travel 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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Meadows and surrounding area, you can visit TC Express Ski Lift and Cornice Express Ski Lift.

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

Palisades

While Palisades might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like TC Express Ski Lift and Kirkwood Mountain Resort.

Palisades
This way - Skiing - Snowboarding - Trails

Juniper Ridge

When in Juniper Ridge, you can plan a visit to TC Express Ski Lift and Cornice Express Ski Lift, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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 ₩74,518 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
₩74,518
₩138,035 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
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 our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (4,895 reviews)
Check in and gates controlling garage access and exit

Reviewed on Mar 1, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩272,154 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
₩272,154
₩361,778 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (4,872 reviews)
The room was almost identical to the one we stayed in a couple of months ago. Bed was much softer than the first one. Heater/air unit blew gently all the time. I don't like air blowing in my face when attempting to sleep. Ate at Cafe Del Sol. Food was good after getting the order corrected. then ...

Reviewed on Mar 1, 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
The price is ₩141,261 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
₩141,261
₩249,294 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly resort in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,523 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
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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 WiFi, 4 hot tubs, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 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 Feb 25, 2026

Marriott's Timber Lodge
The Americana Village

The Americana Village

2 out of 5
3845 Pioneer Trl South Lake Tahoe CA
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,575 reviews)
They are very limited in the breakfast section and quantity for the guests

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

The Americana Village
Tahoe Beach & Ski Club

Tahoe Beach & Ski Club

3 out of 5
3601 Lake Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe CA
Book a stay at this beach condo in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,020 reviews)
Beautiful view over the lake

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Tahoe Beach & Ski Club
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Popular places to visit

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Kirkwood Mountain Resort

Hit the slopes in Kirkwood with a visit to Kirkwood Mountain Resort. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kirkwood Mountain Resort
The sunrise silhouettes a chairlift

Cornice Express Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Cornice Express Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.

Cornice Express Ski Lift
An empty ski resort in winter covered in fog and sunlight shining through on the mountain with trees and ski lifts

Solitude Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Solitude Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Solitude Ski Lift

Hell Hole Reservoir

Explore the great outdoors at Hell Hole Reservoir and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tahoe City. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

Hell Hole Reservoir

Slide Mountain Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Slide Mountain Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.

Slide Mountain Ski Lift

TC Express Ski Lift

You can take time to visit TC Express Ski Lift during your travels to Kirkwood. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

TC Express Ski Lift

Cities near Eldorado National Forest

Emerald Bay State Park

South Lake Tahoe

Panoramic View of Rocky Beach and Dock at the Lake surrounded by Mountains and Trees. Summer Season. Sugar Pine Point Beach, Tahoma, California, United States. Sugar Pine Point State Park. Panorama

Tahoma