: Did you know there’s a FREE gondola ride in Truckee near Lake Tahoe? 🚠 This gorgeous 10-minute ride offers nonstop mountain views and takes you straight to the Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe—no ticket required 🤍 How to Take the FREE Gondola at Northstar Village: 1. Park at Northstar California Resort Park in the Castle Peak Free Parking Lot (you can also reserve your free spot online). 2. Head to Northstar Village Take the free shuttle from the parking lot to Northstar Village—home to restaurants, shops, and the gondola base. 3. Find the Highlands Gondola This complimentary gondola runs from the village up to the Ritz-Carlton (mid-mountain). 4. Hop on—no tickets needed Just line up and ride while soaking in the stunning alpine views 5. Explore the Ritz-Carlton Grab coffee at Café Blue (we loved it ☕️) or enjoy a meal with epic ski & mountain views. 6. Head back down Take the gondola back to the village, then shuttle to your car (Castle Peak shuttles depart from the Blue Lot). 💾 Save this for your next Tahoe trip & Follow for more such unique finds. #laketahoe #freethingstodo #truckee #sfbayarea #california