Title: Visit Eldorado National Forest: Best of Eldorado National Forest Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Eldorado National Forest](https://expedia.com/Eldorado-National-Forest-Hotels.d6239380.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Eldorado National Forest](https://expedia.com/Eldorado-National-Forest-Vacation-Rentals.d6239380.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Eldorado National Forest](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Eldorado-National-Forest.d6239380.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Eldorado National Forest](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Eldorado-National-Forest.d6239380.Car-Rental-Guide)[Eldorado National Forest Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Eldorado-National-Forest.d6239380.Destination-Travel-Guides) # 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/206/d69a71bf-3231-4df7-817e-53d2748946ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/206/d69a71bf-3231-4df7-817e-53d2748946ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful alpine lake near Kirkwood ski resort. #WinterWonders](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180347/882aac30-aed2-47e5-a002-9923850c9d48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![👌🏞 #california #sacramento #auburn](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6345362/a76f75f0-a988-4e13-bc04-a449b6e54f4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000428876/c474b666-723e-4db7-9b55-2af6db49ca06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Eldorado National Forest Where to stay Things to do 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](https://www.expedia.com/en/apple-hill.dx553248635975748998), 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. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6239380) ### Where to stay in Eldorado National Forest ![Panoramic landscape scene with sun shining behind the snow capped mountains in Lake Tahoe California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481274/25dcd534-5473-4946-bce3-c72184c74b4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Tahoe-West-Meadows.dx553248635976481274) ![Lake Tahoe California. Emerald Bay. Winter Drone Panorama. Beautiful colors.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481035/0ae59336-76cf-4855-bccc-03b9c574bf64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Tahoe-Palisades.dx553248635976481035) ![This way - Skiing - Snowboarding - Trails](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976482031/db4c4568-03a3-4cd2-842c-88da697c874b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Tahoe-Juniper-Ridge.dx553248635976482031) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Eldorado-National-Forest.dx6239380.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Eldorado National Forest Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Eldorado National Forest ![Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9180000/9173800/9173794/8c8b7562_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe 50 Highway 50 Stateline NV $80 nightly $96 total Mar 11 - Mar 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! (4,928 reviews) Construction on a Sunday and extremely loud at 6:30 of both mornings we were there Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F11%2F2026&endDate=3%2F12%2F2026&selected=9173794&PinnedHotelID=9173794&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6239380) ![Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19285/3e2d30c8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe 4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe CA $159 nightly $185 total Mar 11 - Mar 12 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! (3,544 reviews) We love staying at this Margaritaville! Unfortunately, this say felt a little on the dirty side... Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F11%2F2026&endDate=3%2F12%2F2026&selected=19285&PinnedHotelID=19285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6239380) ![Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22902/1a4b7c9a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort 55 Highway 50 Stateline NV $77 nightly $93 total Mar 12 - Mar 13 Total with taxes and 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! (4,909 reviews) Excellent stay! Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F12%2F2026&endDate=3%2F13%2F2026&selected=22902&PinnedHotelID=22902&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6239380) [See all 10,161 properties in Eldorado National Forest](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F11%2F2026&endDate=3%2F12%2F2026®ionId=6239380) 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/896200/896161/af7d5cb0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marriott's Timber Lodge 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! (1,017 reviews) Love all about this hotel especially very convenient to gondola, all the shoppings, restaurants and walkable to everything. The ski resort mountain vibe is fantastics; the room is comfort and roomy with impressive design for skiers. Great lodging to enjoy a wonderful Winter holidays. Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Tahoe-Hotels-Marriotts-Timber-Lodge.h896161.Hotel-Information) ![Tahoe Beach & Ski Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13561/33b9a1f0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tahoe Beach & Ski Club 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! (1,024 reviews) Beautiful view over the lake Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Tahoe-Hotels-Tahoe-Beach-Ski-Club.h13561.Hotel-Information) ![The Americana Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/887300/887237/bfcb2256_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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! (1,578 reviews) Absolutely loved this place! Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Tahoe-Hotels-The-Americana-Village.h887237.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Eldorado National Forest](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6239380&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.com/Solitude-Ski-Lift-Kirkwood.d553248621563218424.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Hell-Hole-Reservoir-California.d553248621532641337.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Slide-Mountain-Ski-Lift-Lake-Tahoe.d553248635996618476.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. 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