GETTING HERE
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 866.216.5222
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
Rental Car
Reserve A Shuttle
Shuttle Services
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 Truckee Shuttle Route
8:20 am Truckee Donner Lodge
8:24 am The Inn at Truckee
8:30 am Truckee Depot
8:34 am Cedar House Sport Hotel
8:36 am Best Western Plus
8:38 am Hampton Inn
Bus departs from Northstar at 5:15 p.m. sharp
Pick-up, located across from the Northstar Public Safety Office
Northstar Transportation App
Download the iOS or Android version to access Dial-A-Ride services locally
bayareaskibus.com
925.680.4386
North American Charter (NAC SKI)
Price includes transportation, lift ticket and light breakfast
nacski.com
925.230.2086
TART - regular services to and from Downtown Truckee and Kings Beach
laketahoetransit.com
Local Transportation
There are many shuttle services that allow you to sit back and relax on your way to and from the resort. We recommend the below third party companies:
Bay Area Ski Bus
Price includes transportation, lift ticket, continental breakfast and after-ski refreshments.
Phone: 925.680.4386
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: 866.216.5222
Truckee Area Regional Transit (TART)
TART regular runs to and from downtown Truckee and Kings Beach
Parking LOT GUIDE
Northstar offers several different parking options depending on your needs and preferences:
- Free Parking: Free parking will be available every day in the Castle Peak Lot, the first available parking option on Northstar Drive. Continuous free shuttle bus service runs between the Castle Peak Lot and The Village at Northstar.
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Paid Parking: Guests seeking premium parking options and closer proximity to the Village can now park at Village View Lot for $10 Monday through Friday and $20 during weekends and holiday time frames. Village View Lot will allow for payment by credit card only via the Passport Parking app and Passport Parking kiosks once you've parked in the lot. Continuous free shuttle bus service runs between the Village View Lot and The Village at Northstar.
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Premium Paid Parking: Lower Village premium parking is available for $20 Monday through Friday and $40 during weekends and holiday time frames, cash only.
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Valet Parking: Limited Northstar Village curbside parking is available with Northstar’s Valet for $60, cash or credit card. Valet is only available during the peak times of Dec 24-25, Dec 30-31, and Jan 20.
Peak Holiday Time Frames For Winter 2019/20: Dec 21-Jan 5, Jan 18-20, Feb 15-23
Helpful Parking Tips
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Half of all parking options at Northstar will remain free every day of the season with free parking available in Castle Peak, the first turn on Northstar Drive.
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Parking in Village View Lot is free after 3pm each day. *Paid parking begins each day at 5:30am.
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For premium parking options and closer proximity to the Village, guests can pay to park at Village View for $10 Monday through Friday and $20 on weekends and Holidays via kiosk or app. Lower Village will remain $20 cash Monday through Friday and $40 cash on weekends and peak days, as well as curbside parking with Northstar’s Valet available for $60 cash and/or credit card on limited weekends.
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Build extra time into your arrival when planning for the shuttle. We have complimentary shuttles starting at 7 a.m. running on a continuous schedule that will take you to Northstar Village from Castle Peak and Village View lots. Bus pickup areas can be identified by looking for the signs in the parking lots.
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The gondola opens at 8 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Northstar encourages carpooling and taking public transportation when possible. Not only can you save money by using these methods, but it is the best thing to do for the environment and reduces our overall footprint. The Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit (TART) bus stop is at the base of Northstar Village, only moments away from the gondola. For more information about TART and schedule updates, click here.
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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.
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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.
Current Road Conditions
Winter Travel Tips from GMC
Whether you're in town to ski, snowboard or take in the scenery, here are a few simple tips to make your stay a truly premium experience - with GMC's premium Denali lineup.
When planning for a winter trip you want a vehicle that's versatile enough to handle your gear while also being able to handle the road. That's why we recommend the GMC Sierra Denali full-size pickup truck, with innovative cargo and trailering technologies to help you pack it all in, and do so with ease. There's also the all new GMC Terrain Denali compact SUV, which features a Traction Select system and available All-Wheel Drive to help you handle various road surfaces and unexpected conditions.