Hey Folsom families, the Sierra has turned into a snowy playground, and it's the perfect time to plan a fantastic family adventure in the mountains for some winter wonderland fun.
Around Lake Tahoe, you'll discover an array of resorts and ski areas to match every family's preferences and budgets. We've put together a handy guide to help you navigate the best places for skiing, snowboarding, tubing, sledding, and all-around snowy fun. We've got our eyes on resorts that offer not just skiing and snowboarding but also epic tubing, snow play, and various winter activities. If we've missed out on your personal favorite, don't hesitate to email us.
We've even included season opening dates, but remember, these dates can be a bit finicky, dependent on snowfall and weather conditions. To stay in the loop, we've provided website links and phone numbers for you. Many resorts are also dish out fantastic early-bird deals on season passes, so seize the opportunity to grab yours and get ready for an unforgettable ski season!
North Lake Tahoe Ski & Snowboard Resorts
Just a few hours away from Folsom, off Interstate 80, North Lake Tahoe and the Truckee area offer a huge concentration of ski resorts and other destinations for fun in the snow.
PALISADES TAHOE AT OLYMPIC VALLEY (FORMERLY SQUAW VALLEY)
- Skiing, snowboarding, tubing, mini-snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country, terrain parks, ice skating, dog-sledding, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- Lodging, dining, activities, and events in the Village at Palisades Tahoe
- Opening day: Wednesday, November 22
- 1980 Olympic Valley Road, Olympic Valley CA 96146; www.palisadestahoe.com or 1-800-403-0206
PALISADES TAHOE AT ALPINE MEADOWS
- Skiing, snowboarding, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- Opening day: Tuesday, November 22
- Alpine Meadows Road, Alpine Meadows CA 96146; www.palisadestahoe.com or 1-800-403-0206
NORTHSTAR CALIFORNIA RESORT
- Skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snowshoeing, cross-country, terrain parks, ice skating, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- Lodging, dining, shopping, activities, and events in the Northstar Village
- Luxury lodging and dining at the Ritz Carlton Lake Tahoe
- Opening day: Friday, November 17
- 5100 Northstar Drive (off Highway 267), Truckee 96161; www.northstarcalifornia.com or 1-800-GO-NORTH
TAHOE DONNER
- Skiing, snowboarding, cross-country, tubing, sledding, fat biking, snowshoeing, snow play, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site dining and activities
- Opening day December 8
- 11603 Snowpeak Way, Truckee 96161; www.tahoedonner.com or (530) 587-9400
- Read about our snow sports experience at Tahoe Donner's Alder Creek Adventure Center.
BOREAL / WOODWARD
- Skiing, snowboarding, tubing, terrain park, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site lodging and dining
- Opening day November 17
- 19749 Boreal Ridge Road 95728, Truckee; www.rideboreal.com or (530) 426-3666
GRANLIBAKKEN
- Skiing, snowboarding, snow play, snowshoeing, cross-country, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site lodging and dining
- Opening day November 23
- 725 Granlibakken Road, Tahoe City 96145; www.granlibakken.com or 1-800-403-0206
SODA SPRINGS MOUNTAIN RESORT
- Skiing, snowboarding, tubing, mini-snowmobiling, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site dining
- Opening day TBA
- 10244 Soda Springs Road, Soda Springs 95728 (off I-80 near Donner Summit); www.skisodasprings.com or (530) 426-3901
DONNER SKI RANCH
- Skiing, snowboarding, tubing, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site dining
- Opening day TBA
- 19320 Donner Pass Road, Norden 95742; www.donnerskiranch.com or (530) 426-3635
HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT
- Skiing, snowboarding, and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site dining
- Opening day TBA
- 5145 West Lake Boulevard, Homewood 96141; www.skihomewood.com or (530) 525-2992
SUGAR BOWL
- Skiing, snowboarding, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site lodging and dining
- Opening day: Friday, November 24
- 629 Sugar Bowl Road, Norden 95724; www.sugarbowl.com or (530) 426-3635
MT. ROSE SKI TAHOE
- Skiing, snowboarding, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site dining
- Opening day TBA
- 22222 Mt. Rose Highway, Reno NV 89511, www.skirose.com or (800) SKI-ROSE
DIAMOND PEAK
- Skiing, snowboarding, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site dining
- Opening day: Thursday, December 7
- 1210 Ski Way, Incline Village, NV 89451, www.diamondpeak.com, (775) 832-1177
South Lake Tahoe Ski & Snowboard Resorts
Reached via Highway 50, the southern end of Lake Tahoe is home to South Lake Tahoe (the region's most popular city), Stateline, Nevada, and numerous ski resorts and areas.
HEAVENLY
- Skiing, snowboarding, tubing, ski bikes, snowshoeing, scenic gondola rides, terrain parks, ice skating, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- Lodging, dining, shopping, activities, and events in the Heavenly Village
- Opening day: Friday, November 17
- 3860 Saddle Road, South Lake Tahoe; www.skiheavenly.com or 1-800-HEAVENLY
KIRKWOOD
- Skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snow play, cross-country, terrain parks, zip lines, snow cat tours, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- Lodging, dining, activities, and events in the Kirkwood Village
- Opening day: Friday, December 1
- 1501 Kirkwood Meadows Drive, Kirkwood; winter.kirkwood.com or 1-877-KIRKWOOD
SIERRA AT TAHOE
- Skiing, snowboarding, tubing, sledding, snow play, cross-country, snowshoeing, terrain parks, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site dining
- Opening day TBA
- 1111 Sierra at Tahoe Road, Twin Bridges; www.sierraattahoe.com or (530) 659-7453
ADVENTURE MOUNTAIN
- Tubing
- On-site dining and shopping
- Opening day TBA
- 21200 Highway 50, South Lake Tahoe (at Echo Summit); adventuremountaintahoe.com or (530) 659-7217
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