** Due to WEATHER PLEASE double check the times before attending, in case things change last minute!**
Hey Folsom families, the Sierra will soon turn into a snowy playground, and it's the perfect time to start planning 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. mackidfolsomca@macaronikid.com
We do our best to ensure that all event information is accurate. However, sometimes dates and times get changed or a venue may be closed and we are not made aware of it. It is always best to check the event website, Facebook/Instagram page listing, or call ahead to be sure of final details before going. If you know somewhere we missed, please email us at mackidfolsomca@macaronikid.com
Updated as of October 2024
Ice Skating |
District Ice, El Dorado Hills
Skate Admission: $20 - Includes skate rental
Child Skate Admission (8 & under): $15 ticket - Includes skate rental
Folsom Historic District Ice Rink, Folsom
Ticket Prices not available yet. Sales start November 8th
Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink, Sacramento
Kids 6 and under: $6
Adults: $15
Tahoe City Winter Sports Park, Tahoe City
Stay tuned as opening day for the 2024/2025 season is Saturday, November 30, 2024
Snow Parks |
Sno-Parks are parking areas maintained in the winter to allow people to park safely and pursue winter activities such as cross-county skiing or snowshoeing. They have pit toilets available. To use a Sno-Park you MUST have a permit. You can purchase a day permit for $5 or an annual pass (Snow Park Season is Nov. 1 - May 30) for $25. They are good at any California, Oregon, Washington, or Idaho Sno-Park.
Sno-Park permits at the following places:
Placer County Visitor Bureau 13411 Lincoln Way, Auburn
REI Roseville #74, 1148 Galleria Blvd., Roseville
Mountain Recreation, 491 E. Main St., Grass Valley
Tahoe Dave's Skis and Boards, 10200 Donner Pass Rd., Truckee
Mountain Hardware and Sports, 11320 Donner Pass Rd., Truckee
Tahoe Mountain Sports, 1200 Donner Pass Road, Truckee
Permits may also be purchased online for an additional $1.95 click HERE
Nyack Snow Park, off Hwy 80
(Winter Parking Fees – $50.00 Per Passenger Car)
Echo Lake SNO-PARK, off Hwy 50
Spicer Sno-Park, Arnold CA
Day pass is $15
Donner Summit California State Snowpark, off Hwy 80
(Cross-country skiing, dog sledding, and snow play. There are no hills for sledding at this location.)
Carson Pass, off Hwy 88
(Cross-country skiing, dog sledding, and snow play. No snowmobiles.)
Tahoe City Winter Sports Park, Tahoe City
(ADVANCED RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED for the 2021-22 Season. Limited walk-ups will be permitted. No guarantee space will be available without an advance reservation.)
Soda Springs Mountain Resort, off Hwy 80
One of the oldest family winter traditions has become a little easier! Tube Town is Tahoe's premier snow tubing area with up to 10 lanes and a 400-foot. surface lift to take you back to the top! Tube Town offers snow tubing with convenience to produce nothing but smiles for the whole family. Mountain Adventure 1-Day Pass - starting at $49
- Tube Town is geared for kids and adults 42" and taller.
All ages are allowed. However, children must be able to ride in their own tube and not in a lap or with another participant.
Personal sleds and tubes are not permitted.
Pedestrians are welcome to watch all the tubing action or just play in the snow! Pedestrian tickets are $10
Hours: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Thursday through Monday, closed most Tuesdays and Wednesdays, except during holiday dates). Weekends and holidays opens at 9:00 AM
- Planet Kids for Ages 8 and Under
Planet Kids is a great way to introduce small children to skiing and snowboarding along with giving them an opportunity to use other snow play facilities at the special area. They have 2 tube carousels, two moving carpets, a volcano to play and climb on, a mini tubing area, and more.
Planet Kids is found on the west side of the resort. Catch a sleigh ride over from the main lodge. At least one parent must be there to supervise the children. Soda Springs provides a coach to help the children learn the basics of snowboarding and skiing and how to use the various rides.Hours: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Thursdays through Mondays and on holidays. Opens at 9:00 AM on weekends and holidays.
Blizzard Mountain Snowtubing Hill, off Hwy 50 (Part of Sierra At Tahoe)
Blizzard Mountain will be Open (weather permitting) Thursday, Fridays, Saturdays + Sundays.
Tubing is on a first come, first serve basis. The fee is based on a 1.5 hour tubing timeframes: 10:00am-1pm; 1pm-2:30pm; 2:30pm-4pm. Children under 42" free with paying adult. Tickets sold only at Blizzard Mountain, not available online. Last tickets sold at 3pm.
Tubing: 10:00am - 4pm (1.5-hour increments)$60/$65
Snow Play (All Day)$40/$45
Playland Tubing at Boreal, in Truckee of 80
A tubing session is 90-minutes, and valid for all ages. All ages are welcome,however, children must be able to ride in their own tube and not in a lap or with another participant. Personal sleds and tubes are not permitted.There are NO on site purchases... tickets must be bought online ahead. Prices range from $29 - $59
Ski Resorts |
Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort, off Hwy 50
- 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
Palisades Tahoe (previously Squaw Valley), Olympic Valley Ca
- 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: TBD
- 1980 Olympic Valley Road, Olympic Valley CA 96146; www.palisadestahoe.com or 1-800-403-0206
Kirkwood Mountain Resort, off Hwy 88
- 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: TBD
- 1501 Kirkwood Meadows Drive, Kirkwood; winter.kirkwood.com or 1-877-KIRKWOOD
Dodge Ridge Ski Resort, Pinecrest Ca
Northstar Tahoe, Truckee
- 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: TBD
- 5100 Northstar Drive (off Highway 267), Truckee 96161; www.northstarcalifornia.com or 1-800-GO-NORTH
Soda Springs Mountain Resort, off Hwy 80
- 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
Heavenly Mountain Resort, South Lake Tahoe Ca
Parking reservations are now live for the 2024/25 winter season, and will be required for the California Base Area lot on weekends and peak periods.
- 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: TBD
- 3860 Saddle Road, South Lake Tahoe; www.skiheavenly.com or 1-800-HEAVENLY
Diamond Peak, Incline Village, Nv
- 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
Granlibakken, Tahoe City
- Skiing, snowboarding, snow play, snowshoeing, cross-country, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site lodging and dining
- Opening day: TBD
- 725 Granlibakken Road, Tahoe City 96145; www.granlibakken.com or 1-800-403-0206
Boreal, off Hwy 80
- Skiing, snowboarding, tubing, terrain park, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site lodging and dining
- Opening day: TBD
- 19749 Boreal Ridge Road 95728, Truckee; www.rideboreal.com or (530) 426-3666
Bear Mountain, Big Bear Lake, Ca
Sugar Bowl, Norden
- Skiing, snowboarding, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site lodging and dining
- Opening day: TBD
- 629 Sugar Bowl Road, Norden 95724; www.sugarbowl.com or (530) 426-3635
Tahoe Donner, Truckee
- Skiing, snowboarding, cross-country, tubing, sledding, fat biking, snowshoeing, snow play, ski and snowboard lessons and rentals
- On-site dining and activities
- Opening day TBD
- 11603 Snowpeak Way, Truckee 96161; www.tahoedonner.com or (530) 587-9400
Mt. Rose - Ski Tahoe, Nevada
- 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
Snow Day Survival
Packing Essentials:
- Stay Warm and Dry: Invest in waterproof boots, pants, and a jacket. Don't forget a hat, gloves, goggles, and sunscreen.
- Lip Balm: Essential for chilly weather to prevent chapped lips.
Budget-Friendly Tips:
- Season Pass Savings: If you're planning multiple snow trips, a season pass to local Sno-Parks can be a great investment.
- Borrow and Thrift: Ask friends to borrow snow gear, or check thrift stores for affordable options. Kids outgrow clothes quickly, so this can be a budget-friendly solution.
- Online Deals: Look for used or discounted sleds, saucers, and tubes on platforms like Facebook Marketplace or Amazon.
Planning for a Perfect Day:
- Weather Check: Before you go, check the weather forecast for current conditions and potential road closures.
- Road Conditions: Be aware of whether snow chains are required.
- Beat the Crowds: Leave early to avoid traffic and long lines.
If you have any other venues you don't see listed, please feel free to email me at mackidfolsomca@macaronikid.com
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