Even for regular skiers and snowboarders who frequent this Lake Tahoe-area resort, it might require a trail map to familiarize yourself at Mt. Rose ski resort this season. Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe will relocate and rename the Ponderosa chairlift and add four new beginner trails to the mountain this summer. The new positioning of the “Wizard” […]
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Season pass deals still available at Heavenly, Northstar, Kirkwood
Ski season is nearing. It’s less than 100 days away, which means skiers and snowboarders looking for a good deal on season passes should begin the search in earnest. The Vail Resorts in the Lake Tahoe region – Heavenly Mountain Resort, Northstar California Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort – are offering the guaranteed lowest price […]
Heavenly ski resort’s summer expansion plans
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL The U.S. Forest Service has tentatively approved Heavenly ski resort’s expansion plans, including the addition of some unique attractions. Soon enough, south shore residents and its visitors could be gliding through the mountains or pedaling through the treetops at Heavenly Mountain Resort during the summer. Heavenly Mountain Resort is best known as a […]
Squaw Valley ski resort gets foot of snow for closing weekend
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Although it’s been a disappointing ski season in Lake Tahoe, the season is ending in a very nice way for Squaw Valley ski resort. Squaw Valley ski resort is the last Lake Tahoe resort to pull the curtain down on the 2014-15 ski season, concluding with skiing and snowboarding both today and […]
Gondola will connect Squaw Valley, Alpine ski resorts
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Rumored for several years, the link that has been speculated between jointly owned Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows is now official. Squaw Valley Ski Holdings, LLC announced it has reached an agreement with the owner of private land located between Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows to create a base-to-base gondola connection between […]
Squaw Valley-Alpine Meadows offer season-pass deals
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL It’s not too early to start considering a season pass for next season. Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows, two mutually-owned ski resorts in Lake Tahoe, are currently offering their season-pass deal for the 2015-16 season. Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows say they are making it easier than ever for skiers and snowboarders […]
Sierra-at-Tahoe offering $289 season pass
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Ski season is concluded this season at Sierra-at-Tahoe. However, it’s not too early for skiers and snowboarders to begin making plans for the 2015-16 ski season. Sierra-at-Tahoe is focused on offering an affordable season pass price of $289 for guests who purchase the 2015-16 Keepin’ It Real Unlimited Season Pass before May […]
Mt. Rose ski resort scheduled to stay open thru April 19
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL While many Lake Tahoe ski resorts are closing this month, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe continues to offer good conditions with the majority of its terrain still open thanks to its high base elevation at 8,260 feet. With snow depths of two to five feet, skiers and riders can count on making spring […]
Diamond Peak latest Tahoe ski resort to close
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Diamond Peak ski resort joined many other resorts in the Lake Tahoe region by announcing an early closing. The family-friendly resort in Incline Village will offer its final day of skiing and snowboarding Sunday, March 29. A mild storm did bring a few inches of snow this week to Diamond Peak. But […]
Sugar Bowl ski resort closing today
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL The curtain comes down today (March 22) on Sugar Bowl ski resort in Lake Tahoe. A lack of snow and warm temperatures led to a somewhat shocking closure for a resort that usually keeps its lifts running well into April. Deteriorating snow conditions at the base of Sugar Bowl and no snow […]