Lake Tahoe skiing --
Something for Everyone!

Lake Tahoe skiing is truly a unique winter experience. With an average annual snowfall of over 600 inches, and 12 world class alpine ski resorts, breathtaking panoramas, the California sunshine and challenging terrains, it's no wonder people can't get enough of Lake Tahoe skiing. Lake Tahoe is in the middle of the largest concentration of alpine skiing in North America. So if you're coming to ski, Lake Tahoe has everything from spectacular runs with jaw-dropping views to easy-going beginner hills.

American ski icons like Olympic ski racer Julia Mancuso and Olympic snowcross boarder Nate Holland call Lake Tahoe home, and they both started hitting these slopes at a young age. Lake Tahoe skiing means deep white snow and perfectly groomed trails. Whatever your ability, you'll have the perfect run at Lake Tahoe. With no crowds and no long lines waiting for lifts, Lake Tahoe skiing is just what the alpine ski experience is supposed to be - just you, the snow and nature.

The best Lake Tahoe skiing in North America

Northstar has 2,420 acres of ski terrain and is a top-rated family destination resort with activities and conveniences suitable for families of all ages. In addition to challenging trails they offer accommodations on the slopes, a central village, restaurants and shops, snowshoeing, tubing, snowmobiling and licensed childcare.

With a summit elevation of 8,637 feet and a vertical drop of 1,800 feet, Alpine Meadows is winter fun at its best. Alpine Meadows has 2,000 acres of challenging terrain with over one hundred trails. In addition, Alpine Meadows provides a rental and repair shop, day lodge with large sun deck, bar, restaurant, cocktail lounge, cafeteria, and special lessons for people with mental and physical disabilities.

Squaw Valley USA spans six Sierra peaks with 4,000 acres of open-bowl terrain, an average annual snow pack of 450 inches, a base elevation of 6,200 feet, and a vertical drop of 2,850 feet. At High Camp, there is ice skating, hot tubbing, dining and a family snow-tubing area.

For a classic alpine ski resort, try Sugar Bowl, home to the first chairlift and gondola in California. They have recently made a number of major improvements including four new express quads and a 20,000 square foot day lodge. Other alpine resorts in the area include Homewood Mountain Resort with 1,260 acres, Diamond Peak with 665 acres and Mount Rose with 1,000 acres.

Outstanding lodging accommodations

Choose where you want to stay from our outstanding selection of lodging including hotels, vacation rental homes and cabins. Whether you want to stay on the water, on the slopes, in the city or by the casino you can find the perfect place at an affordable price. Browse our comprehensive list of accommodations by style or location - check availability, reserve it and book it - all online. It's easy, fast and very affordable.

Check out fabulous dining, events and festivals, family fun and more!

There are so many things to do here, places to eat and activities to try that you're first trip here probably won't be your last! You'll have to keep coming back to get as much as you can! Winter fun isn't the only reason to visit, but it's a pretty good one. Book your winter wonderland vacation today, from the comfort of your own home. It couldn't be easier, and we're sure no matter what you plan, you'll have a blast!

What more could anyone ask for?