Palisades Tahoe
World-class big mountain terrain. Best for serious skiers, thrill-seekers and destination travelers chasing legendary runs.
Expert terrainCouples
palisadestahoe.com
Northstar California
Upscale village with Ritz-Carlton, top ski school and terrain parks. A favorite for families and couples.
Family friendlyTerrain parks
northstarcalifornia.com
Sugar Bowl
Donner Summit powder magnet. Historic, charming and beloved by powder hounds seeking a classic Tahoe vibe.
CouplesSugar Rush tubing
sugarbowl.com
Boreal Mountain
Right off I-80, draws a young freestyle crowd. Tahoe's best all-mountain terrain parks and easy access.
Terrain parksYoung crowd
borealski.com
Donner Ski Ranch
No-frills locals' haven between the big resorts — affordable, uncrowded and full of old-school Tahoe charm.
Locals favoriteTubing hill
donnerskiranch.com
Soda Springs
The go-to for little ones. Home to Tube Town and Planet Kids snow parks — pure family magic on the mountain.
Young familiesTube Town
skisodasprings.com
Tahoe Donner
Community-oriented and consistently uncrowded. Perfect for families, beginners and those wanting a relaxed day on the slopes.
Family friendlyLocals favorite
tahoedonner.com
Granlibakken
One of Tahoe's oldest and most intimate resorts. Single-lift hill ideal for beginners and families wanting zero crowds.
BeginnersSaucer hill
granlibakken.com
Heavenly Mountain
Iconic resort straddling CA and NV. Perfect for couples, destination travelers and après-ski nightlife seekers.
CouplesAdventure Peak tubing
skiheavenly.com
Sierra-at-Tahoe
Laid-back and genuinely family-oriented. A locals' favorite with a great ski school and Blizzard Mountain tubing park.
Family friendlyLocals favoriteBlizzard Mtn
sierraattahoe.com
Kirkwood
Remote powder haven on Hwy 88. Beloved by expert skiers and adventurous couples for deep snow and dramatic terrain.
Expert terrainPowder hounds
kirkwood.com