Eldorado National Forest, CA

Travel Guide

Eldorado National Forest
Eldorado National Forest
Eldorado National Forest
Eldorado National Forest
Eldorado National Forest
Not just a collection of trees, forests provide habitats for plants and wildlife and pump out oxygen we need to live. Stop by Eldorado National Forest and learn about the importance of this complex ecosystem.

When it comes to things to see and do in Apple Hill, Eldorado National Forest is a favorite with travelers. And in great news for your budget, admission is free. Sly Park Campground, Apple Mountain Golf Resort and Lumsden Park are also worth seeing and are within reach of the dense growth of trees.

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 Kirkwood Mountain Resort and The Wall Ski Lift.

West Meadows
This way - Skiing - Snowboarding - Trails

Juniper Ridge

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

Juniper Ridge
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 Kirkwood Mountain Resort and Cornice Express Ski Lift.

Palisades
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Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

3.5 out of 5
50 Highway 50 Stateline NV
$69 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$84 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and 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! (5,053 reviews)
We arrived at Golden Nugget because we could not get through Hwy 50. Staff at the front desk and in the restaurant were so nice and helpful! Hotel is goinjg through renovations but did not hinder and of our stay.

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

4 out of 5
4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe CA
$153 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from May 7 to May 8
$179 total
May 7 - May 8
Total with taxes and 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! (3,691 reviews)
Nice sized room....spacious...very comfortable

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
Harrah’s Lake Tahoe – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah’s Lake Tahoe – A Caesars Rewards Destination

4 out of 5
15 Hwy 50 Stateline NV
$83 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
$100 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Stateline. Enjoy a full-service spa, 6 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,622 reviews)
Had great front desk and bell and valet staff. Took housekeeping a couple of hours to deliver the sheets for the pullout bed for out child (well past her bedtime). We liked that there was 2 bathrooms but didn't like that there was a coat of pink slime on the floor of one of the showers. Opted for ...

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Harrah’s Lake Tahoe – A Caesars Rewards Destination
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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 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! (1,039 reviews)
Great location, nice room. View of the mountain was great

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

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! (1,057 reviews)
The property was clean beautiful pool and hot tub area had a gym and sauna

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

Tahoe Beach & Ski Club
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! (1,591 reviews)
It was a nice and warm place, the people was nice and helpful… the only thing I would change is the breakfast method, personally I don’t like the limit of portions of food

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

The Americana Village
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Popular places to visit

Kirkwood Mountain Resort

Kirkwood Mountain Resort

4.5/5(265 reviews)

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

Caples Crest Ski Lift

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

Caples Crest Ski Lift

Snowkirk Ski Lift

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

Snowkirk Ski Lift

Cities near Eldorado National Forest

South Lake Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe

Arnold

Arnold

Panoramic sunset view of the shore, the dock and the hill full of pines in Lake Tahoe

Homewood

These are winter trees in a snow storm. They are located near the Kirkwood ski area. They are surrounded by a snowy hillside.

Kirkwood