The first snow of the season could result in up to 2 feet of snow at Tahoe ski resorts. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a snow warning for Friday morning (Nov. 6) through Sunday evening that could have snow accumulating as low as 5,000 feet. The warning says the snow totals […]
Tahoe Ski Resorts
First Tahoe snow arriving Friday
The first snow of the season is expected later this week in Lake Tahoe, which means the 2021 ski season probably isn’t far away. According to OpenSnow.com, the snow should arrive Friday morning (Nov. 6) and the white stuff could be dropping over the weekend as well. But there’s no rush for skiers and snowboarders […]
Squaw-Alpine opening Nov. 25
Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows will begin the 2021 ski season by opening Nov. 25, weather permitting. Operations at Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows during COVID-19 will require guests and the resort t o work together. Squaw-Alpine is committed to providing space for physical distancing, adhering to safety policies and remaining flexible in the face of the […]
Northstar ski resort opening Nov. 20
Northstar California ski resort has tentatively set its opening date for November 20. Northstar’s scheduled opening day for the 2020-21 ski season is less than a month away. The resort, along with two other Vail Resorts in Tahoe – Kirkwood, Heavenly – began snowmaking operations Sunday (Oct. 25). Northstar Epic pass holders will receive priority […]
Snowmaking begins at Tahoe ski resorts
Cold temperatures have descended on Tahoe ski resorts this week. And that means snowmaking has commenced. Cold temperatures and dry air have created ideal conditions for making snow in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Vail Resorts’ three Tahoe properties – Heavenly Mountain, Northstar California, Kirkwood Mountain – all plan to take advantage of this week’s cool weather window […]
Northstar opening ski season Nov. 20
Northstar California ski resort has tentatively set its opening date for November 20. Northstar’s scheduled opening day for the 2020-21 ski season is just one month away. Northstar Epic pass holders will receive priority access to the reservation system, beginning Nov. 6, as well as exclusive early season access from opening day through Dec. 7. […]
Tahoe ski resorts depend on snowmaking
Natural snow doesn’t always arrive in bunches in the Lake Tahoe region. Snowfall totals vary on a yearly basis. But one thing is certain: the consistent snowfall that Tahoe ski resorts were accustomed to for decades can no longer be assumed. So, because ski resorts are naturally dependent on snow coverage, the importance of man-made […]
What to expect this winter in South Lake Tahoe
Due to the coronavirus, visiting South Lake Tahoe this winter will obviously not be business as usual. It’s vitally important to remember – you may be on vacation but the coronavirus doesn’t take a vacation. There are plenty of precautions to consider, and of course two of the biggest are – wear a mask, frequently […]
Tahoe ski resorts unlikely to open in October
Don’t expect to be skiing or snowboarding this October in Lake Tahoe. Traditionally, the first Tahoe ski resort to open has been Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe. It has been the first resort to start running its lifts the previous four seasons, including last year’s opener Oct. 25. It was the second earliest Mt. Rose has […]
Sugar Bowl coronavirus safeguards
Like all Tahoe ski resorts, Sugar Bowl will be changing many things in the 2020-21 season, putting in place coronavirus safeguards. In formulating a plan, Sugar Bowl observed how ski areas with summer business have been operating regarding guest safety. The resort has also monitored how ski areas in the southern hemisphere were conducting their […]