While another round of snow hits the Lake Tahoe region this week, it seems appropriate at least one area ski resort would be extending its closing date. Having received 400 inches of snow so far this season – including 154 inches in January – Sugar Bowl announced earlier this week it will extend operations through […]
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Meager snow totals at European ski resorts
A ski season without snow? That’s been the dilemma this year at many European ski resorts. While Tahoe ski resorts are universally blessed with an abundance of snow in the 2022-23 season, overseas many ski resorts are already closed for perhaps the season. For many people across North America and Europe, this has been the […]
Vail Resorts aiding Tahoe’s environment
The three Vail Resorts in Lake Tahoe are helping to raise money in their support of environmental improvement project. Skiers and snowboarders who frequent Northstar, Heavenly and Kirkwood are making sure that their time on the slopes is positively impacting the environment through Vail Resorts’ EpicPromise Guest Donation Program. By donating a dollar when purchasing […]
Fireworks show Saturday at Palisades Tahoe
New Year’s Eve is long gone, but fireworks aren’t. Palisades Tahoe ski resort will be staging a New Year’s Eve fireworks Saturday evening as part of its President’s Day Weekend festivities. Due to stormy weather this past New Year’s Eve, Palisades Tahoe had to cancel its typical fireworks presentation. It’s now rescheduled for Saturday (Feb. […]
Toyota Sequoia gets overdue redesign
The redesign has been long overdue, so one must applaud Toyota for finally making significant changes to the venerable Sequoia SUV. The 2023 Toyota Sequoia is redesigned from the ground up. It has a more powerful turbo engine that helped increase towing capacity. It also comes with sharper exterior styling, a much-improved cabin, better fuel […]
Diamond Peak hosts SkiMo competition
Looking for a challenging activity in the snow this winter? Diamond Peak ski resort in Lake Tahoe may have the perfect challenge. Located in Incline Village, Diamond Peak will hosting the fun and scenic SkiMo competition – the Luggi Foeger Uphill/Downhill Festival – March 25-26 for another weekend of human-powered adventure and friendly competition. Named in […]
Granlibakken: Tahoe snow getaway for families
Drive too swiftly along scenic Highway 89 on Lake Tahoe’s picturesque west shore and it’s easy to overlook the road that heads into this historic Norwegian-like village. Mention the name Granlibakken and many Tahoe visitors will offer a quizzical look, shrug their shoulders, and respond with a “never heard of it” reply. Occupying 74 beautifully […]
Terrific pet boarding at Truckee-Tahoe Pet Lodge
The Truckee-Tahoe Pet Lodge has become a favored location in the winter months for people looking for a reliable location to board their pet for a day, several days, or an entire week when visiting North Lake Tahoe. It’s a great spot for skiers or snowboarders seeking a safe place to board their beloved dog or cat. […]
Snow continues piling up at Tahoe ski resorts
Following more than two weeks with only a small amount of snowfall, several Tahoe ski resorts received two feet or more of snow this weekend. Homewood Mountain got the most snow among Tahoe ski resorts, getting 16 inches as of Monday morning, upping its two-day total to 30 inches. Boreal received 26 inches over two […]
Snow returns to Tahoe ski resorts
Snow returned to Tahoe ski resorts Saturday evening, dropping a foot or more of fresh powder at three resorts by Sunday morning. The Tahoe region had been mostly devoid of snow following a series of major storms for more than three weeks. The last major snowfall prior to the one this weekend took place on […]