The Pub at Donner Lake

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Donner Lake locals and visitors were thrilled when The Pub at Donner Lake opened in 2019providing a welcome dining spot and full bar at the west end of the lake. The pub’s location was previously a Mel’s Diner, but it was completely refurbished in a contemporary style. They also have a nice outdoor seating area. The pub had to adapt to covid restrictions in their first years in business, with take-out only for much of the time. The Pub is currently closed but they plan to open at least for drinks starting in early summer.

Soda Springs General Store

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Soda Springs locals are thrilled to have Soda Springs General Store & Deli for their one stop shop for fresh deli sandwiches, a great selection of groceries, produce, dairy, snacks, beer, wine, and even ski and snowboard rentals, seasonal apparel, gifts, automotive supplies and much more! Whether you’re heading out for a weekend getaway or exploring Donner Summit for the day, you’ll find what you need at their General Store. It’s conveniently located 1/2 mile from I-80 or Serene Lakes on Historic Highway 40, they are your local supermarket, convenience store, general merchandise and clothing store all in one place. It’s so convenient to stop at Soda Springs General on your way to your next ski trip, picnic, bike ride, or other Donner Summit Adventure!

Sugar Bowl Resort

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One of the oldest ski resorts in California, Sugar Bowl has a storied past with ties to Austrian ski culture, Hollywood and Walt Disney. This special place helped bring skiing to “sunny California,” was home to the state’s first chairlift, and the west’s first ski gondola. Today, Sugar Bowl continues to attract adventurous winter sports enthusiasts who are drawn to the authentic, communitybased experience only offered here.

Taking the gondola across to the Village, you truly feel like you’re in a remote alpine village. Although winter and skiing/riding is Sugar Bowl’s main gig, they offer great dining and shopping options whether or not you’ve spent the day on the slopes. Riding the gondola over for a date night at the Dining Room at Village Lodge is a magical experience, offering California cuisine in a classic high-alpine lodge with a view, prepared by Chef Steve Anderson. Enjoy the cozy wood-burning fireplace and selections such as Scottish seared salmon, vegetarian penne pasta, or elk tenderloin, complete with an extensive wine selection to perfectly complement the experience. Every Thursday is local’s night - show your driver’s license that lists your address as Nevada or Placer County to score a 15% local’s discount on your meal.

Donner Lake Village

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Donner Lake Village on the West end of Donner Lake is on the water with its own marina providing easy access to many recreational activities, including canoeing, swimming, fishing, kayaking, water skiing, jet skiing, motor boating and more. The Lodge offers beautiful lake views from many of the comfortable rooms. Some of the units also have kitchens and the staff is friendly and helpful. Enjoy drinks as you watch the sunset from their beautiful deck or lounge.