The entrance to Northstar is off Highway 267 that runs from downtown Truckee to Kings Beach on the North Shore. The main road into the resort takes you to the Village, just completed in the last year. The original village (1970s) is still part of the new one. A distinctive turret marks the village entrance; shops and restaurants surround an ice rink in the heart of the village.



Next door is the new Hyatt, under construction.



High above the main village where ski lifts stop after a trip up from the lower mountain, is the new Ritz Carlton rising among the trees. The Ritz overlooks the expansive Martis Valley.



Access to the upper area is also made easy on the new Highlands Dr. road that goes to/from the village as well as to Highway 267. The Highland's entrance is just south of the main entrance, Northstar Drive, where there is a stoplight.