Resort Openings
The last day of skiing for the 2016/2017 season in the Tahoe area was at Squaw Valley on July 15th, 2017. Riders were still making turns on the Palisades, Gold Coast and Shirley Lake into the hot days of summer after celebrating the 4th of July on the slopes. Will 2017/2018 season live up to last season? Snow lovers are keeping a close eye on the weather reports but only time will tell.
The first snow of the season arrived this year on September 21st. After a typical Tahoe fall with temperatures in the 70's, some significant snow is in the forecast for this weekend. It’s time to check your gear, make sure you have your pass in hand and get ready to make your first turns of the season.
Mount Rose was the first resort to open this year on October 27th and 28th. With the north facing mountain and the cold temperatures early in the month, the resort was able to open one run for 2 days of riding. Squaw Valley has run the snow guns this week with low temperatures at night and Northstar is sure to follow.
Winter is coming. The resorts are getting ready. Are you?
Below are some projected opening dates for resorts.
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe: Open!
Boreal: Open!
Northstar California: November 17, 2017
Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows: Both Resorts are scheduled to open November 17, 2017
Heavenly: November 17, 2017
Kirkwood: November 22, 2017
Sugar Bowl: Late November
Diamond Peak: December 14, 2017
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Sledding in Tahoe
A timeless sport for all ages, there is nothing like the thrill of sledding. Any hill, snow pile or mountain will do but there are some resorts that are now providing luxury sledding. Plush snow tubes, groomed tracks and in some cases, a mechanical tow to get you back to the top for another run are just some of the benefits resorts are offering to sledders and tubers. In the Tahoe area, there are a handful of really fun options to try. With snow in the forecast for the next couple weeks, there will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy the fresh powder on the slopes and in a sled alike.
NorthstarLocated at mid-mountain, this 200 yard manicured snow tube roller coaster is complete with a tow lift back to the top.
Tahoe DonnerTahoe Donner’s Snowplay area providers sledding and tubing equipment for fun on their masterfully crafted hill. Also check out some of their special events like night tubing under the lights, snowman making or snow tube bowling.
Boreal (http://www.rideboreal.com/winter/events_and_activities/playland-tubing) Playland Tubing at Boreal Mountain Resort is has 2 moving carpets to get you to the top for more exhilarating rides down the groomed tubing lanes.
Squaw ValleySnoVentures Activity Zone at the base (far end of parking lot) of Squaw Valley is easily accessible for tubing and also offers a mini-snowmobile track for the kids.
Katie Tyler
Realtor®
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2015/2016 Tahoe Ski Pass
The air is getting crisp and Mammoth Mountain has already reported snow flurries. Are you ready for a big winter in Tahoe? Reports of the monster El Niño continue… have you purchased your season pass yet? Now is the time as most pass prices will go up in or after October. Every resort in the Tahoe area has it’s perks. It will be hard to pick just one. With Northstar’s Epic Pass you can ski at over 12 resorts, three of which are here in the Tahoe Basin. Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows has teamed up with Sugar Bowl and Sierra-at-Tahoe to give pass holders bonus days at their resorts. Squaw/Alpine has also set up their "Worry-Free Guarantee" program giving customers a credit for next season if they don’t use their pass more than 5 times this season. Sugar Bowl throws in food and beverage discounts and 1 trail pass/lesson/rental at Royal Gorge Cross Country Center. Diamond Peak and Homewood Mountain Resort always have the best Lake views. Boreal Mountain has teamed up with Woodward Tahoe with a season pass good for both venues so you can polish your park riding skills on and off the mountain. What mountain will you choose?
Northstar
Passes starting at $499
Squaw/Alpine
Passes starting at $409
Sugar Bowl
Passes starting at $269
Diamond Peak
Passes starting at $349
Ski Homewood
Passes starting at $439
Boreal Mountain
Passes starting at $259
Katie Tyler
Realtor®
BRE 01442453
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