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5 Ski & Snowboard Areas in Truckee That You Shouldn't Miss
On the California-Nevada border, Truckee-Lake Tahoe's scenic mountain beauty is perfect for romantic getaways and outdoor excitement. Lake Tahoe is America's largest alpine lake, with beautiful blue water surrounded by 70 miles of gorgeous shoreline. Donner Lake offers a public beach, and Donner Memorial State Park has campsites and trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding and rock climbing. Boca Dam and Reservoir features magnificent fishing, with rainbow, brook, and brown trout, plus Kokanee salmon.
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1. Tahoe Donner
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 81 reviews
Former Olympian biathlete Glenn Jobe designed this cross-country resort to be serene and sociable. In the summer, it features an equestrian center with pony rides, wagon rides and trail rides.
Reviewed By dmed2013 - Los Altos, United States
Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area is our favorite. We try to go every winter. It has good rental equipment and a large variety of trails, from beginner to expert level. They also offer ski lessons.
2. Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By kevintX5567ZD - London, United Kingdom
We drove from San Jose to Tahoe Donner for a short ski trip. We throughly enjoyed it. The slopes were amazing and staff at the hire centre we very helpful and informative, knowledgeable and friendly. Great service
3. Northstar California
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 650 reviews
For the modern family that prefers substance with a unique, laid-back style, Northstar California Resort combines California cool with high-end luxury, on-mountain exhilaration with a sophisticated alpine village atmosphere. Halfway between one of North America's coolest mountain towns and one of the world's most beautiful alpine lakes, Northstar is a destination on the rise, having poured nearly a billion dollars into creating Lake Tahoe's premier luxury snowsports experience. Upscale shops, refined dining and Lake Tahoe's only five-star slopeside lodging is married to impeccable grooming, incredible tree skiing and enough variety to challenge every level of skier (and world-class terrain parks to keep the kids busy). Those who come to Northstar know what they're looking for. Sometimes it's adventure, sometimes it's to learn, sometimes it's to relax in a welcoming place with family and friends. No matter what that experience is, they'll find it to be exactly the way it should be.
Reviewed By Ming_Travels - Glendale, United States
Spent 2 days skiing at Northstar, and this was a great experience. Resort was very busy, slopes were well maintained, and we enjoyed a variety of slopes for all level skiers. There is also a great free style park for anyone to enjoy. It takes just over an hour from Reno airport to drive there, so pretty easy access.
4. Boreal Mountain Resort
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 146 reviews
Snowboarding ski resort, offering snow play activities for everyone, including special programs for toddlers.
Reviewed By alexvalen94 - Napa, United States
I went snowboarding for the first time and had an AMAZING experience. The self serve kiosk was easy to use, the equipment rental process was super quick, and the staff were really friendly. Huge shout out to Ethan for helping my friend out with his injury. Ethan went above and beyond to help him recover. Overall, I rate my experience 5/5 and highly recommend you visit.
5. Soda Springs Mountain Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By adeguzman22 - Truckee, United States
If you’re looking to go tubing or skiing with the family and don’t want to deal with the bigger resorts, then Soda Springs is the best place for you. Amazing tube hill and ski runs without having to wait in a crowded lift line.
