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 Slide Mountain 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 NT$1,631 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
NT$1,631
NT$3,022 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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! (4,905 reviews)
Very nice

Reviewed on 2026/3/4

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
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! (4,885 reviews)
The front desk lady seems wasn’t that happy for her position to work there. Literally no welcome or anything no little chit-chat while doing the check in or so she’s just look like AI or better yet the AI much better. Didn’t even explain the garage key or any activity like a voucher or something ...

Reviewed on 2026/3/3

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 NT$3,092 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
NT$3,092
NT$5,457 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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! (3,527 reviews)
Close to skiing, very large and nice room. Staff at the front desk and restaurant need to work on customer service skills.

Reviewed on 2026/3/4

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 condo 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! (1,011 reviews)
Perfect location and amenities.

Reviewed on 2026/3/2

Marriott's Timber Lodge
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! (1,021 reviews)
Beautiful view over the lake

Reviewed on 2026/2/28

Tahoe Beach & Ski Club
Stardust Lodge

Stardust Lodge

2.5 out of 5
4061 Lake Tahoe Blvd 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (815 reviews)
Super close to the Gondola, room super clean, staff amazing and super friendly. During peak times, it can be overly expensive for what one gets, but that's true for all of South Lake Tahoe.

Reviewed on 2026/2/23

Stardust Lodge
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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