Getting Here & Parking
Free Day Parking
Free parking will be available daily in the Village View and Castle Peak lots on a first-come, first-served basis. The Village View lots are located immediately adjacent to The Village at Northstar. Guests can walk to or take a quick shuttle ride to The Village.
The Castle Peak lots are the first available parking option on Northstar Drive (located at the roundabout), and are used for overflow when Village View lots are full. Castle Peak is served by a continuous free shuttle bus service, which runs between the Castle Peak and The Village at Northstar.
No overnight camping allowed.
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Preferred Parking
The Lower Village Premium (paid) lot allows you to park just steps away from the gondola.
No overnight camping allowed.
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Operational Updates
Parking for Lodging Guests
- All Northstar California Resort lodging accommodations provide guest parking with one complimentary spot per unit.
- Select properties may have additional spots available or offer garage or covered parking.
- The Ritz Carlton and Constellation Residence offer valet parking.
- Please contact the property you booked with to identify parking suitable to your needs.
Helpful Parking Tips
- Lower Village Lots (premium paid parking) are complimentary after 2pm each day. *Paid parking begins each day at 5:30am.
- The gondola opens at 8:30 a.m. During holidays, weekends and big weather events, please plan to arrive as early as possible to ensure you have your preferred parking option.
- Pay attention to weather and traffic updates when planning your trip, doing so will allow you to plan ahead and design your trip to meet your expectations.
- If you are attending children’s ski school, build time into your arrival for check-in and parking. There is a passenger drop-off area at The Village.
- We have handicap and ADA accessible parking available at Northstar. These areas can be found at our Auto Drop Area, Transit Center/Loading Dock, and at Castle Peak parking lot.
- Complimentary Dial-A-Ride services are available for guests staying at Northstar. Download the Dial-A-Ride app to request a ride. Available for iOS and Android.
- There is no overnight parking available in the Northstar parking lots. Please call Public Safety (530)562-2259, should you need assistance with your vehicle.
Reserve A Shuttle
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Northstar provides private shuttles for your group transportation needs in the Lake Tahoe and Reno area. We offer shuttle services for any group event including: weddings, corporate groups, golf outings, dinner parties and many other large events.
Please contact us at NSTransportation@vailresorts.com or call us at (530) 562-3555 to book your bus today!
Shuttle Services
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While free on-site parking is available, spaces are limited. We encourage guests to ride share or shuttle when possible. There are many shuttle services that make it easy for you to sit back and relax.
Northstar Transportation App
- Download the iOS or Android version to access Dial-A-Ride services locally.
- View our Dial-A-Ride Operating Schedule: 2022/23 Winter Schedule
- Regular services to and from Downtown Truckee and Kings Beach
- Visit Website: laketahoetransit.com
Discover Lake Tahoe Tours: South Tahoe to Northstar every Tuesday
- Visit Website: demotours.com
- 530.542.1080
Local Transportation
There are many transportation services that allow you to sit back and relax on your way to and from the resort. We recommend the below third party companies:
Tahoe Ski Trips
https://www.tahoeskitrips.net/
Sports Basement
Phone: 1-800-866-6670
North American Charter(NAC SKI)
Price includes transportation, lift ticket and a light breakfast.
Phone: 925.230.2086
Tahoe Mountain Club
TMC offers a free shuttle service for members to and from Old Greenwood.
Phone: 530.550.9400
North Lake Tahoe Express
Year-round, scheduled service between Reno-Tahoe International Airport and the North Lake Tahoe-Truckee region, with local transit connections.
Phone: 833.709.8080
Truckee Area Regional Transit (TART)
TART regular runs to and from downtown Truckee and Kings Beach
Private Car Service
Truckee/Tahoe's only bio-diesel fleet provides private car or shuttle service regularly.
Please visit TahoeSierraTransportation.com, or call 530.582.5828 for more information.
Local North Lake Tahoe Taxis
Independent Taxi: 530.546.8687
North Tahoe Checker Taxi: 866.420.8294
Limousine Services
North Tahoe Limousine: 530.546.5888
Reno-Tahoe Limousine: 775.348.0868
Current Road Conditions
Weather in the Sierra can change in an instant, transforming dry roads to a wet, slippery, and dangerous situation. Keep yourself and your family safe, by using the below resources to plan your travel route and timing.
Direct Flights
With the Truckee Airport just 4 miles from Northstar, traveling has never been easier. Jump on one of the regional private air services like Mountain Lion Aviation, Blackbird or SurfAir, all of which service the Bay Area, Southern California and beyond. The Reno/Tahoe International Airport is just a quick 40-minute-drive from Northstar, with direct flights to and from most major cities, including Canada and Mexico.
Scheduled service is offered from 3:30 a.m. until midnight, to and from Northstar and the Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Reservations are required
For schedules, route maps or more information, visit NorthLakeTahoeExpress.com or call 833.709.8080
Avoid the hassle of carrying and checking bags by sending your luggage and sports equipment ahead with Luggage Forward, the official luggage and sports equipment shipping service of Northstar. Arrange your shipping booking online.