Near Truckee | Free Parking + Meal Options

Tucked into the trees on historic Donner Pass, this rustic mountain lodge is your basecamp for year-round Sierra adventures. Just 15 miles from Lake Tahoe and 46 miles from Reno Airport, enjoy easy access to ski resorts, hiking trails, and scenic vistas. Stay in cozy dorms or private rooms, refuel with hearty family-style meals, and unwind in the game room, winter gear rentals, library, or by the fire after a day outdoors. The space ✨ Top Reasons to Book This Stay ✔️ Prime location near Lake Tahoe, just off Donner Pass ✔️ All-inclusive meals: breakfast, bagged lunch, and dinner ✔️ Winter rentals available: snowshoes, sleds, cross-country skis ✔️ Group-friendly with event and meeting spaces ✔️ Shared common areas: library, game room, fireplace lounge ✔️ Built by the Sierra Club, focused on sustainability ✔️ Free parking ✔️ Great for hikers, skiers, families, and retreats ✔️ Disconnect to Reconnect, surrounded by forest and stars, with limited Wi-Fi ✨ About Your Stay – Entire 5-Bed Bunk Style Room (Private Group Buyout) Planning a mountain getaway with your crew? Book the entire 5-bed bunk room just for you and your family or friends. This private dorm-style room with balcony access offers space to recharge after hiking trails or hitting the slopes. The rate is fixed no matter how many people you bring (up to 5). Add optional family-style meals at checkout and enjoy full access to the lodge’s cozy common spaces and winter gear rentals. ✨ Room Highlights ▶️ Sleep Setup ✔️ Entire private room (no other guests) ✔️ 5 twin beds in a bunk bed layout ✔️ Ideal for small groups, families, or retreats ✔️ Sleep up to 5 guests ✔️ Balcony access for fresh mountain air ▶️ Bathroom ✔️ Communal bathrooms down the hall ✔️ Towels/linens provided; bring personal toiletries ▶️ Food Options ✔️ Add-on meals: family-style breakfast & dinner; bagged trail lunches ✔️ On-site pantry/market for drinks & snacks ▶️ Gear & Amenities ✔️ Winter rentals: XC skis, snowshoes, sleds ✔️ Complimentary laundry (detergent available for purchase) ✔️ Secure entry • Non-smoking lodge ▶️ Hangout Spaces ✔️ Lewis Clark living room (fireplace) ✔️ Library + game room (ping-pong, puzzles, board games) ✔️ Spacious lounge & dining hall ▶️ Good to Know ✔️ Shared, community-minded environment with quiet hours ✔️ Limited storage, pack light; lockers or cubbies may be shared ✔️ Separate women’s/men’s dorms available (subject to availability) ✨ On-Site Amenities Guests Love ✔️ Family-style meals available (breakfast, lunch, dinner) ✔️ Game room with ping pong, puzzles, and board games ✔️ Library with fireplace and cozy reading spots ✔️ Lewis Clark lounge – perfect for group hangouts ✔️ Winter rental shop (snowshoes, sleds, XC skis) ✔️ Free Wi-Fi throughout the lodge ✔️ Complimentary on-site laundry (detergent available for purchase) ✔️ Event and meeting spaces (indoor & outdoor options) ✔️ Gift shop + snack market on-site ✔️ Free self-parking ✔️ Eco-friendly lodge built by Sierra Club volunteers ✔️ Direct access to nearby hiking and ski trails ✨ Check-In & Arrival Information ✔️ Check-in time: 4:00 PM ✔️ Check-out time: 11:00 AM ✔️ Minimum age to check in: 21 ✔️ Only the guest listed on the reservation may check in. ✔️ A valid photo ID and credit card are required at check-in. Special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges. ❗ IMPORTANT NOTE: Guests who do not check in as scheduled will be considered a no‑show. Guest access 24/7 coverage service prepared to welcome you Other things to note ✨ Good to Know Before You Book ▶️ Mandatory Fees — An incidental deposit per day is required at check-in, collected by credit card. Deposits are reimbursed within 7 days of check-out, subject to a property inspection. ▶️ Optional Fees ✔️ Meal Plan (optional): $57 per person, per day  • Breakfast – $20  • Lunch – $20  • Dinner (à la carte) – $30 ▶️ Parking ✔️ Free on-site self-parking ✔️ Ample space for groups and winter travelers ▶️ Pet Policies — Pets are not allowed ▶️ Food & Drink ✔️ Optional family-style meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) ✔️ Guests may pre-book meals with their stay ✔️ Guest-use kitchen not available ✔️ Dining hall open only to overnight guests ✨ What Makes This Place Special ✔️ Historic lodge run by Sierra Club since the 1930s ✔️ Access to winter sport rentals (ski, snowshoe, sleds) ✔️ Game room, cozy library, and Lewis Clark lounge ✔️ Ideal for retreats, reunions, and outdoor lovers ✔️ Unique communal atmosphere with private or shared rooms ▶️ Smoking Policy ✔️ 100% smoke-free property ✔️ Designated smoking areas outside only ▶️ Damage & Cleaning Policy ✔️ Guests are expected to maintain shared spaces respectfully ✔️ Charges may apply for damage or excessive mess ✨ Things to Do Nearby • Ski Sugar Bowl, Donner Ski Ranch, or Boreal • Hike Pacific Crest Trail segments at Donner Summit • Paddle or picnic at Donner Lake • Stroll shops and cafés in Downtown Truckee • Visit Donner Memorial State Park & Museum