Although it will be snowing for multiple days this week at Tahoe ski resorts, don’t expect much snow to accumulate. The weak system began Wednesday (Jan. 9) and continued into Thursday. The forecast for Tahoe ski resorts continues with not much snow arriving through Tuesday. “These weak systems are getting kind of old, but it’s […]
Tahoe Ski Resorts
Alpine Meadows a skier’s mountain
This is a throwback ski resort whose no-frills buildings are aging gracefully, displaying no visual signs of decay as they seemingly revel in the fact that they remind people of the sport’s proud past. Nestled near the Truckee River and a short drive from Tahoe City, Alpine Meadows ski resort is the antithesis of its […]
Origin of trail names at Sierra-at-Tahoe
Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort has some unusual names for its many trails, some of them possessing historical significance. Located 12 miles from South Lake Tahoe off Highway 50, Sierra-at-Tahoe has a long history, dating back to 1946 when brothers Ray and Floyd Barrett started Sierra Ski Ranch. In 1953, it was sold to Vern Sprock and […]
Most common snowboarding injuries
Snowboarding is a great alternative to skiing and can be mastered through lesson programs and the right frame of mind. However, there are some inherent dangers to snowboarding, especially for beginners. Dr. Robert Cabry with Drexel Sports Medicine, has some tips for people – young and old – who participate in snowboarding. Common Snowboarding injuries: […]
Sierra snowpack measurement at 97 percent
The first snowpack survey measurements for 2020 resulted in some good news from the California Department of Water Resources. The measurements were taken at Philips Station in South Lake Tahoe and revealed a snow depth of 33.5 inches and a snow water equivalent (SWE) of 11 inches, which is 97 percent of the average for […]
Tahoe ski resorts celebrating New Year’s
There are a number of Tahoe ski resorts celebrating New Year’s Eve. Check out the local festivities below from a number of Tahoe ski resorts. SQUAW VALLEY: The famed North Lake Tahoe ski resort will once again be attempting to create the World’s Largest LED Torchlight Parade. A year ago, nearly 3,000 people participated in the […]
Mt. Rose, Diamond Peak celebrating New Year’s Eve
Diamond Peak and Mt. Rose ski resorts both have some special New Year’s Eve events scheduled for skiers and snowboarders. CHECK OUT SEASON SNOW TOTALS (below) FOR ALL 14 TAHOE RESORTS MT. ROSE: On New Year’s Eve, the Nevada ski resort located near North Lake Tahoe, has a Snow Cat parade, Kids Torchlight parade and […]
Sierra has most snow among Tahoe ski resorts
Heading into the final few days of December, Sierra-at-Tahoe currently has the most snow this season among Tahoe ski resorts. Sierra-at-Tahoe had a few powder days last week, thanks to some storms that hit the Tahoe region prior to Christmas. located off Highway 50 on the drive into South Lake Tahoe, Sierra has accumulated 160 […]
Snow arriving Sunday at Tahoe ski resorts
Tahoe ski resorts can expect up to 6 inches of snow by Monday morning, giving Christmas holiday skiers and riders a possible powder day. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno is calling for a quick-hitting winter storm late Sunday night into Monday morning that could bring light snow to the Tahoe region. The latest […]
Vail Resorts in Tahoe celebrating New Year’s Eve
The Vail Resorts in Tahoe keep getting closer to being 100-percent open, and will bring in the New Year with some fun celebrating. CHECK OUT SEASON SNOW TOTALS (below) FOR ALL 14 TAHOE RESORTS Kirkwood Mountain was one of the first Tahoe ski resorts to have its entire mountain open for skiing and snowboarding. Thanks […]