Just a dusting of snow up here at Donner Summit, Thanksgiving week, 2025. Easy on-off rest stop…read more Breathe in the fresh air.

A good place for a restroom break and to stretch your legs from a long road trip…read more Step away from the restroom first, then you can take a breath of fresh Sierra Nevade air! LOL

Quality/Quantity - Quick simple stop as my daughter needed…read moreto use the restroom. I told her not to drink so much coffee in the morning, LOL. Atmosphere - Simple, no thrills. Small parking lot, but enough spaces for everyone today. I like the small lake in the back of the rest area, see picture. I think there was one EV charging station. Supposingly there are picnic tables, but today it looked as if everything was fenced off. Service - NOT always open. Well mostly closed during the winter for obvious reasons. So we do not come here often, and from the lack of reviews, I am guessing not too many people come here as well. Price - Free. Owner Comment - Thank you for this emergency rest area for my daughter. Better than pulling to the side of the road, LOL.

Very clean men's restrooms , a very nice place to rest n beautiful sighting in the surrounding…read morearea.!

This rest stop looks like a camp headquarters tucked along Interstate 80. It was clean and well…read moremaintained. It is also a great spot to park and wait for the heavy fog to lift. Drive safe and smartly and don't speed in the fog.

January 10, 2025 - Colfax, CA…read more I travel quite a bit and have visited more rest areas than I can count, and this one really stood out. The grounds are beautiful--pine trees, picnic tables, and small walking trails--and it was surprisingly quiet and peaceful. I stopped at both the eastbound and westbound rest areas. The eastbound side is a bit nicer overall, with more space and a calmer feel. Both restrooms were clean, though my westbound stop was later in the day and it showed--some stalls were out of toilet paper. Still, for a public restroom along the freeway, this was very much appreciated and a genuinely pleasant place to take a break.

Boreal Mountain is so far my favorite place to ski. It's very gentle and beginner-friendly, which…read moremakes it a great place to learn. The prices are also reasonable. We did the beginner class, which came with rentals and an all-day lift ticket! such a great deal. I really liked that the lift ticket didn't limit which slopes I could access. When I called Mt. Rose, they told me their beginner class also includes an all-day lift ticket, but it only allows access to the beginner lifts (and there are only three). My husband is a very good skier and has been skiing since he was 6 years old. He took the class with me so I wouldn't be alone. If we had gone to Mt. Rose, he would have missed out on the more advanced slopes (which I wouldn't go on anyway since I know my limits). I'm glad we chose Boreal so he could still enjoy the higher-level runs while I stayed comfortable on beginner terrain. The service was also very fast. We got our boots and ski equipment within 15 minutes. At one point, I accidentally returned my equipment because I thought my husband was done for the day after coming back from a higher-level slope. But he actually wanted to go again with me on the beginner slopes! After I explained the situation, Boreal let me re-rent the equipment at no extra cost. I showed my armband that confirmed I was in the class that included rentals, and they were very understanding. Overall, Boreal is definitely my go-to ski place. We'll be back!

As a beginner with 2 little beginners, I greatly appreciated this place and the cozy size relative…read moreto the major Tahoe resorts. I would say it's similar in size to dodge ridge with more accessible greens near the entrance. Pros: 2 lifts to greens are right up front. Learners and lessons have a good sequestered area, not Connected to other trails. Lesson teachers were a saint with my difficult son - he's finally surviving the bunny slope after a 90 minutes lesson! Cafeteria food isn't bad (but pricey as with everywhere) Snow condition was wonderful ! Very cold so not icy, fluffy and soft No extra price for parking close by (but lot is small) Cons: Lesson / rental line is a bit confusing Nowhere to sit in the lodge with a ton of table campers but seems to be a universal problem

We hiked Taylor Creek Trail with our two kids and a stroller, and it was a great, very easy walk…read moreoverall. The trail is mostly flat and well-maintained, making it totally stroller-friendly and perfect for families with little ones. We arrived around 10:30 AM and finished by 11:30 AM, so it's a nice, short hike that doesn't take up your whole day. Parking was easy, with plenty of spots available. We visited in July (summer), and the mosquitoes were intense, especially near the swampy areas definitely wear mosquito repellent. Also worth noting: the swamp area has a strong smell, so if you're sensitive to odors, that's something to be aware of. We'd recommend avoiding lingering near the water. Overall, a great, low-effort trail for families or anyone looking for a relaxed walk just come prepared for bugs and smells in the summer.

Super nice and easy stroll on a wooden bridge walkway along a creek with some pretty scenic views…read more -usually way better this time of year w/ Kokanee Salmon flooding the creek with shades of RED as they swim - not this year, water level to low. -bear sighting are very common when the fish are in (i can confirm- saw a family of bear 2 years ago - had a pack of BACON just in case - LOL).....J/K....... - Verdict: check this place out when heading up to South Lake Tahoe....it's cool....

I don't know about you, but I love Maverik and it's become pretty much the only gas station I…read morechoose to stop at while I travel in Nevada. I really like how the company seems to hold high standards for it's stores and its consistency between locations. This location in particular, is pretty convenient when traveling between the northern and southern parts of Reno. It's about halfway between Virginia St and 395, so really easy to access on the main veins. When I visit any location, I usually aim for the self check outs, as I pay with card and don't need the cashier to make change for cash. The self check outs are easy to use and prompts are easy to read and navigate. Consistent with the other locations, the coffee station and the to go hot food (aka delicious burritos) are well stocked in the morning, and less so in the afternoons I've noticed. (Also small gripe with the sausage burrito (my go to) has a new sauce and I personally hate the flavor of it. Just give me the ingredients without any extra sauce.) The added 24/7 hours make it real easy for any hour of travel to stop in and get road trip goodies!

The store was clean, bathrooms were clean, the employees were friendly, and the food I got was…read moredelicious! Just thought I'd give them a shout out! 5 star gas station!

A good spot to stop if you have pets and they need to get out and take a break. Lots of room in the…read moreback for them to move around. Get some fuel and a snack.

Stopped at 9pm to use the bathroom and grab some snacks. My kids and I got in and asked for the…read morebathroom. Cashier unapologetically told us it was closed. This place is not family friendly and customer service is horrible. If you need to do a bathroom break here, goodluck. If your traveling south there is a safeway 3 miles after it. If you're traveling north, stop at the safeway before this stop.

It's a Rest Area. Not big, but it was in great shape. We pulled in to eat lunch in our travel…read moretrailer.

The Massack Rest Area off of the CA Hwy-70, SR-70 is pretty clean and the many times I've been…read morehere, it's never busy. It has a decent sized parking lot and has a handful of picnic tables with nice green scenery. There are male and female restrooms, both handicapped accessible, as well as a separate restroom off to the side that's a shared male/female handicapped accessible. You're allowed to park for up to 8 hours and thereafter you're at risk for being towed.

parking is free mid-week, but reservations are required on weekends and some holidays...free…read moreweekend reservations are very limited and requires advanced planning...every tuesday between 12pm and 7pm, free parking reservations becomes available and free parking reservation for 4+ carpool...if nothing is available, you pay $30 for regular parking reservation...it's little confusing and haven't found any free parking available when i needed to go, and i end up just paying the $30 online each time... usually come to the village on weekends for daughter's ski school...drop the kids off at ski school at 8:30am and head to coffeebar to get some coffee...sip and relax...walk around the village and browse the various shops for clothing and gear...at 11:30am, start checking out the various restaurants....there are many options from a simple pretzel dog at euro snack...some tasty mexican at tremigo...rocker, 22 and fireside are probably the 3 sit-down restaurants with a good variety of food for an entire family...all 3 are decent...the worst food options are probably in the lodge...oh! burger and oishi ramen were pretty disappointing...the village doesn't compare to vail or aspen, but it is probably one of the nicer villages in the tahoe area...all the basics are available for parents to eat, rest and browse while they wait to pick up their kids from ski school which ends at 3:30pm...or, the hardcore parents that come every weekend for kid's ski team...

I stayed here from June 2-7, immediately following the closure of the winter season. Consequently,…read morethere was a significant amount of updating and construction occurring, with many amenities closed. I acknowledge that my experience would likely differ during the winter season. During my stay, the low number of guests meant I did not need to make reservations at restaurants or wait anywhere, which was a positive aspect despite the overall quietness. I am rating this place 3 stars for the following reasons: Pros: -Convenient location for transit to Tahoe City or Truckee, with free and direct routes. -Excellent sales at clothing shops due to clearance of winter inventory. Outstanding customer service; the team was exceptionally friendly and welcoming. -Very affordable pricing; I paid approximately $170 per night for a one-bedroom studio. -Rooms were equipped with a fridge and microwave. -Several food options in the village, although availability varied by day. -The sauna was excellent. Cons: -The gym was subpar, with free weights only up to 40 lbs and both the stationary bike and treadmill out of service. The only notable equipment was the cable machine and elliptical. -The hot tub was closed. -The tram was closed. -Several restaurants were closed for renovation. -Rideshare services to Tahoe City or Truckee were expensive, costing around $30+ each way. Overall, the emptiness during this period was a highlight. However, the timing of my stay coincided with the off-season, during which the facility undertook extensive renovations. This undoubtedly influenced my experience.

I had a great experience snowshoeing at the Northstar Cross Country Center!…read more I purchased a pass for $71 (steep, but cheaper than skiing so whatever!) and road the gondola up to the center. It was easy to get there from the village and there is clear signage directing guests to the center. Plus, the gondola is scenic and fun! The staff were super friendly and helpful. They reviewed the trail map with me and gave me route recommendations based on the trail conditions following a week of heavy snow. The center is equipped with hot water and clean restrooms. I especially appreciated the Caboose Warming Hut along my route - it was such a treat enjoying a warm beverage in a snowy meadow as I took a break from snowshoeing. There were plenty of scenic trails to explore and I enjoyed the views of the lake about 3.5 miles from the center. I brought my own snowshoes and trekking poles, but they have rental gear if needed. This was a fun way to spend the day while my friends went skiing. Definitely beats waiting in the village. ;)

I have held a season pass to Northstar Ski Resort for six consecutive years; however, an experience…read moreat the resort left me feeling utterly frustrated. The conditions here seem to deteriorate with each passing year. First, the resort's mobile app is extremely unreliable. The app often indicates that certain trails have just been groomed by snowcats, yet when I actually go to ski them, I discover that several runs clearly haven't seen a groomer in days. This dissemination of false information is not only misleading but also jeopardizes skier safety and severely detracts from the overall guest experience. Furthermore, last month, the Comstock lift experienced frequent operational failures,attributable to staff handling,which clearly demonstrates an urgent need for professional staff training. Second, the management here appears to be extremely lax. During the early morning hours a time when operational efficiency should be at its absolute peak,staff members were observed sitting around chatting in plain sight, completely neglecting their duties. This lackadaisical attitude projects an image of extreme unprofessionalism to the public. Worse still, a male employee working at the ski lifts displayed a rude and highly aggressive attitude. This abysmal level of customer service is absolutely unacceptable, particularly at a ski resort that is supposed to prioritize the "guest experience" above all else. In summary, this was a deeply disappointing experience. Management must take full responsibility for the current situation and immediately implement measures to effectively enhance staff training and supervision. I hope the next ski season brings with it a completely renewed experience.