BY JEFFREY WEIDEL
A three-day storm last week dropped more than two feet of snow at many Lake Tahoe ski resorts, setting up a strong weekend of skiing and snowboarding.
New snow has led to terrain expansions at many resorts, including Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, Mt. Rose, Northstar California and Sugar Bowl. Skiers and riders can enjoy a variety of terrain at all resorts, including beginner terrain, top-to-bottom runs and terrain parks.
The storm has also led to the reopening of Royal Gorge Cross Country resort, the largest Nordic skiing area in the Lake Tahoe region.
Donner Ski Ranch: After being temporary closed for more than a month, the family-friendly ski resort was hoping to open this weekend, but decided against it.
Owner Janet Tuttle said the resort received 17 inches last weekend, but could not take
For more information, visit www.donnerskiranch.com/home or call 530 426-3635.
Ski Specials
Tahoe South has a variety of ski packages that include lift tickets, rentals, free night stays, dining, area attractions, etc. For details visit, www.tahoesouth.com/deals/accommodations.
Below is information on many North Lake Tahoe ski resorts.
Alpine Meadows
Storm Total: 28”
Lifts: 6
Runs: 43
Boreal Mountain Resort
Storm Total: 22”
Lifts: 7
Runs: 30
Diamond Peak Ski Area
Storm Total: 24”
Lifts: 5
Runs: 22
Mt. Rose Ski Resort
Storm Total: 10”
Lifts: 7
Runs: 41
Northstar California Resort
Storm Total: 16”
Lifts: 13
Runs: 64
Squaw Valley
Storm Total: 32”
Lifts: 22
Runs: 61
Sugar Bowl Resort
Storm Total: 24”
Lifts: 7
Runs: 67
For more information about snow conditions in North Lake Tahoe visit, www.gotahoenorth.com. For lodging, activity and ski deals visit www.gotahoenorth.com/cooldeals.
Jeffrey Weidel can be reached at skiweidel@gmail.com. Thanks for visiting his winter website at www.tahoeskiworld.com
