About Northstar California Resort
Northstar California Resort is a premier four-season mountain resort located just north of Lake Tahoe in Truckee, renowned for its tree-lined ski runs, immaculate grooming, and family-friendly village atmosphere. As one of the region's flagship destinations, Northstar offers more than 3,000 acres of skiable terrain across a variety of pistes, an award-winning terrain park program, and a pedestrian village with shops, dining, and an outdoor ice rink. It is a cornerstone of the Truckee-Tahoe winter scene.
The resort provides extensive on-mountain ski and snowboard rentals, with packages ranging from beginner-friendly setups to high-performance demo gear, plus a full ski and snowboard school staffed by professional instructors offering private and group lessons for all ages. In the warmer months, Northstar transforms into a summer adventure hub with lift-served mountain biking on its bike park trails, bike rentals, scenic gondola rides, and a slate of family activities. The convenience of slopeside rentals and lessons makes it especially easy for visitors to get out and play.
What sets Northstar apart is its polished, all-in-one resort experience combined with sheltered terrain that holds up well in storms and wind. The protected, tree-lined runs are a favourite for families and intermediate skiers, while the terrain parks draw freestyle riders from across the region. For travellers seeking a complete mountain getaway near Truckee with everything from rentals to lessons to après in one place, Northstar California delivers.
