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 […]
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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 […]
Volvo S60 Recharge offers plug-in hybrid
Although it debuted more than two decades ago, the Volvo S60 has never found a niche and has been lost in the midst of more heralded compact luxury sedans. In 2021, sales of the S60 dipped to 10,550. And that was far from the bottom. The official count for 2022 will likely be just under […]
Family fun at Palisades Tahoe tubing hill
If the legs are a bit tired and need a break from the slopes, another activity option at Palisades Tahoe is the tubing hill. Unlike skiing or snowboarding, where different ability levels are typical, the whole family can have fun together on the tubing hill, cruising down one of the four mostly identical lanes at […]
California snowpack more than double seasonal average
In terms of snowpack in the Lake Tahoe region, the totals as of Wednesday (Feb. 1) are at least two months ahead of the average schedule. The California snowpack is more than double the seasonal average after receiving a significant boost from one of the wettest three-week periods on record (mid-December to early January), Department […]
Alterra acquires Snow Valley ski resort
The Alterra Mountain Company has purchased Snow Valley Mountain Resort, a Southern California location that’s beloved by skiers and snowboarders. Alterra Mountain Company also owns Palisades Tahoe and many other large ski resorts in various states. Snow Valley Mountain Resort will join the operations of Big Bear Mountain Resort in Big Bear Lake, including Bear Mountain […]
Ski Safety Day on Saturday at Tahoe ski resorts
Safety on the slopes is important for every skier or snowboarder. No one wants to be injured, whether it’s a mild one or something serious. Ski California’s fifth annual safety day returns Saturday (Jan. 28) with resorts in California and Nevada gearing up to offer a variety of safety-themed activities to educate guests about the […]
Top-10 US snow totals this season
Do you think it’s snowed a lot in Lake Tahoe this ski season? The answer is yes, verified by Tahoe ski resorts currently owning six of the top-10 snow totals in the United States for the 2022-23 season. Mammoth Mountain currently has the most snow this season among U.S. ski resorts with a staggering total […]