Skiers and snowboarders who are thinking about a trip this winter to famed Colorado ski resorts – Vail or Beaver Creek – have a little more incentive, thanks to United Airlines. To celebrate United Airlines’ new expanded non-stop service from San Francisco, all guests who book lodging at a Vail or Beaver Creek owned and […]
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Mt. Rose ski resort now open weekends
Mt. Rose ski resort will begin offering weekend skiing, starting Friday, Nov. 2. The Nevada-based ski resort was the first Lake Tahoe ski resort to open for the season. It had previously opened briefly Oct. 19-20 for skiing and snowboarding, exclusively for season passholders. Mt. Rose announced earlier this week its plans to offer early-season […]
Sugar Bowl ski resort begins snowmaking
Although its opening is likely a month away, Sugar Bowl has begun the snowmaking process. Situated off Interstate 80 at Norden exit, Sugar Bowl announced Oct. 30 it has begun making snow in preparation for the 2018-19 ski season. The Lake Tahoe-area resort will continue snowmaking as temperatures permit and is aiming for a Nov. 30 […]
Mt. Rose ski resort opening Oct. 19
This has become an annual occurrence. Mt. Rose will once again be the first Lake Tahoe ski resort to open for the 2018-19 season, running its lifts for the first time Friday, Oct. 19. Thanks to continued investments that have expanded the resort’s snowmaking system, Mt. Rose will offer access to three beginner ski trails […]
What’s new at Tahoe Donner ski resort?
The 2018-19 ski season will look a little different at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort and Cross Country Ski Center. As the summer comes to a close, Tahoe Donner is preparing for the upcoming winter season and anticipates being ready to open as soon as snow conditions allow. The ski resort has a scheduled opening […]
Sugar Bowl adding new snowmaking system
A new snowmaking system is among the improvements Sugar Bowl ski resort is making this offseason. Located a short drive off Interstate 80 at the Norden exit, Sugar Bowl has been gearing up this summer for the 2018-19 season. The grand vision is beginning to unfold as ground is breaking and snowmaking pipe is being […]
Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows opening Nov. 16
Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows announced early this week its plans for opening for the 2018-19 season Friday, Nov. 16, weather permitting. The 2017-18 season at Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows saw 411 inches of snow and a Memorial Day closing, continuing its tradition of hosting Lake Tahoe’s longest ski and snowboarding season. With approximately 80-plus days […]
Mt. Rose ski resort to improve snowmaking
Mt. Rose ski resort near Lake Tahoe is making a significant investment in improving its snowmaking capability for the 2018-19 ski season. Located 25 minutes from Reno, Mt. Rose is in the midst of another $2 million in capital projects, designed to improve its mountain facilities and enhance the overall guest experience at the resort […]
Hakuba Valley in Japan added to Vail’s Epic Pass
Hakuba Valley ski resort in Japan is the latest resort to be added to the Epic Pass by Vail Resorts. Vail Resorts announced a long-term alliance with one of Japan’s largest and most renowned mountain resort regions. Hakuba Valley, located in the northern part of the Nagano Prefecture at the base of Japan’s Northern Alps […]
Vail Resorts’ season pass offers summer perks
Vail Resorts’ season pass includes more than just access to the mountains for skiing and snowboarding. It also involves considerable perks this summer. In the Lake Tahoe area, Vail Resorts operates Heavenly Mountain, Northstar California and Kirkwood Mountain. Summer Perks for a 2018-19 Winter Season Pass (for use this summer) Complimentary scenic lift rides and […]