Name: Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
Price range: $88 total
Rating: 7

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

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 The Wall Ski Lift and Kirkwood Mountain Resort.

West Meadows

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

Juniper Ridge

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

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Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

50 Highway 50 Stateline NV

$72 nightly

$88 total

Dec 11 - Dec 12

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! (4,412 reviews)

Excellent service and amenities. Only minus is the hallway to our room smelled heavily of cigarette smoke. It is Nevada so… the room itself was excellent.

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

Harrah’s Lake Tahoe – A Caesars Rewards Destination

15 Hwy 50 Stateline NV

$89 nightly

$106 total

Dec 10 - Dec 11

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 ...

7.6/10 Good! (1,458 reviews)

Room size , big clean room.

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe CA

$129 nightly

$151 total

Dec 15 - Dec 16

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 ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (3,180 reviews)

great spot and resort

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

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The Americana Village

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! (1,500 reviews)

The room has almost the standard size of the fridge and induction stove, so it's really convenient if you want to cook. I would definitely recommend this place if you want some sort of camping experience but still want to sleep indoors. The place was clean and I loved the interior design of the room ...

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

970 Northstar Drive Truckee CA

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,130 reviews)

What an amazing place

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

Stardust Lodge

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 ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (765 reviews)

Very good location, courteous staff and clean rooms. The standard room has good amenities for a comfortable stay

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

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Popular places to visit

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.

The Wall Ski Lift

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Eldorado National Forest, CA

Travel Guide

Visit Eldorado National Forest

Where to stay in Eldorado National Forest

Palisades

West Meadows

Juniper Ridge

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

Harrah’s Lake Tahoe – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

The Americana Village

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

Stardust Lodge

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Popular places to visit

Kirkwood Mountain Resort

The Wall Ski Lift

Snowkirk Ski Lift

Solitude Ski Lift

Slide Mountain Ski Lift

Caples Crest Ski Lift

Cities near Eldorado National Forest

South Lake Tahoe

Arnold

Homewood

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