Top 5 reasons to ski or ride at Lake Tahoe
1. (SO much) terrain
Between Heavenly, Sierra-at-Tahoe, and Kirkwood, you’ve got 9,100 acres, 57 lifts, and 229 runs, with up to 3,500 feet of vertical descent. That terrain ranges from gentle cruisers to steep chutes, impeccable corduroy to untracked powder. For the freestyler set, there are also 13 award-winning terrain parks to play in.
2. Views galore
It’s easy to get distracted by the views while skiing here. Whether you’re gazing at majestic Lake Tahoe or the surrounding peaks of the Sierra Nevada, you’ll find myriad photo opportunities at all the ski resorts.
3. Great values
Skiing and snowboarding aren’t cheap. But a little advance planning can save you on lift tickets – up to 25% in some cases. From Sierra’s 3-Pak to Kirkwood‘s and Heavenly’s Epic Card, there are plenty of ways to save!
4. Apres fun after the lifts close
Tahoe’s après ski isn’t something to be trifled with. Heavenly ups the ante with half-price drinks and food specials. At Sierra, the Sierra Pub offers happy hour food + drink specials and live music, including performances by the resort’s General Manager, John Rice & Family. If you’re at Kirkwood, be sure to head to the historic Kirkwood Inn & Saloon for happy hour specials in a genuine log cabin built in 1864.
5. Family-friendly après activities
When the lifts close, the fun continues for the younger set. Think ice-skating at the Heavenly Village or tubing and snow play at Sierra’s Blizzard Mountain. At the lake, more options abound, including boat cruises, movies, and museums. Fact: there are plenty of ways to keep kids and kids-at-heart entertained.
Photo credits: Sierra-at-Tahoe, Kyle McCoy/Ski Lake Tahoe, Lauren Lindley/Ski Lake Tahoe
