Lake Tahoe ski resort
Snow Range
1,962-3,012m
Resort Quote
seven world class ski areas to choose from & a diverse nightlife too
Intro
Lake Tahoe offers an amazing 17,000 acres of skiable terrain, 535 runs and 20 terrain parks all on the same lift pass. If that's not enough they also boast an average of 36 feet of snow and over 300 days of sunshine every season. Heavenly, on the south shore, has stunning lake views and diverse night life with the village split between laid back California and the neon lights and the 24-hour excitement of Nevada. Squaw in the north has an intimate village with unrivalled ski terrain.
Top Offers4.5* Finest - Resort at Squaw Creek: Book by 30 Sept: 20% off accommodation. PLUS pay 6 nights get 7 & pay 8 get 10. Valid 02Jan-17Feb & 27Feb-30 Apr
4* Mont Blue Casino Hotel, Heavenly: Pay 7 nights get 8. Not valid 17Dec-01Jan, 14-16Jan & 18-20Feb
3* Station House Inn, Heavenly: Pay 6 nights get 7 & pay 12 get 14. Not valid 24Dec-15Feb
- the experience
- the slopes Lake Tahoe snowboarding
- Lake Tahoe lift passes and tuition
- ski/snowboarding tuition in Lake Tahoe
The experience
Lake Tahoe Nightlife
The pace is lively and the choice varied with a wide selection of bars and Casinos to choose from.
Activities
· Snowmobiling · Ice skating · Cross-country skiing · Tahoe Queen Paddle Wheeler · Snowshoeing · Bowling · Sleigh rides · Hot air ballooning · Sport fishing
Eating out in Lake Tahoe
A vast choice in both South and North Lake Tahoe with something to meet every taste and budget choose from steaks, ribs to international cuisine.
Other amenities
· Health clubs · Tahoe Queen dinner and sightseeing cruises to Emerald Bay · Virginia City, authentic Western town - 45 mins by car.
Transfer time
San Francisco: 3hr 30 mins
Reno: 1hr 30 mins (no direct flights from the UK)
Car hire included with insurance, coach transfers available at a supplement.
The slopes
Ski Information Beginners
The Californians' friendly hospitality is legendary and if you want to learn to ski in a fun atmosphere, then either Heavenly or Sierra at Tahoe are great places to start.
Ski Information Intermediates
An unforgettable day out from Heavenly takes you by ski shuttle bus to the world class Olympic resort of Squaw Valley and then back at the end of the day on the Tahoe Queen Paddle wheeler across the lake.
Ski Information Advanced
There is plenty at Heavenly designed to keep advanced skiers happy and Kirkwood and Squaw Valley also have some spectacularly challenging skiing. Try the Gunbarrel on the Californian side of Heavenly for a chance to show off under the chairlift.
Ski Information Snowboarding
Experienced boarders head for the powder on Milky Way Bowl or the open snow bowls of Squaw Valley.
Slope facts
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Total Kms of Piste
19,700 acres*
*Combined total for all the resorts skiable on the Lake Tahoe lift pass (Heavenly, Kirkwood, Sierra, Squaw, Northstar, Alpine Meadows & Mt Rose)
Individual Lake Tahoe Ski ResortsResort Acres Heavenly 4,800 Squaw 4,000 Northstar 3,000 Mt Rose 1,200 Alpine Meadows 2,400 Sierra 2,000 Kirkwood 2,300 -
Number of Lifts
125 total for 7 Lake Tahoe resorts (30 Heavenly / 33 Squaw)
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Snow Cannons
3000 acres Heavenly / 600 acres Squaw
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Longest Run
8.8kms
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Mountain Restaurants
11 (29)
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Cross-country
101kms
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Snow Range
1,962-3,012m
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Resort Height:
1,962m (6,540ft)
Lift passes and tuition
Lift pass, ski hire and tuition prices shown are correct at time of publication. However, all prices quoted may be subject to change during the ski season.
Lift Pass
Ski Lake Tahoe Lift Pass
| 6 Days | Extra Day | |
| Adults & Child | £277 | £46 |
Photo required for lift pass? No
Are lift passes for consecutive days? No, 3 day break with 5-14 day lift pass Heavenly Only Lift Pass
| Adult (19+) | 6 Days | Extra Day |
| Low season | £179 | £26 |
| Peak season | £265 | £44 |
| Mid season | £244 | £26 |
| High season | £260 | £26 |
| Value season | £129 | £0 |
| Youth (13-18 yrs) | ||
| Low season | £120 | £19 |
| Peak season | £210 | £35 |
| Mid season | £188 | £19 |
| High season | £208 | £19 |
| Value season | £129 | £0 |
| Child (7-12 yrs) | ||
| Low season | £84 | 13 |
| Peak season | £117 | £10 |
| Mid/High season | £110 | £13 |
| Value season | £114 | £10 |
Low season: open-19/12
Peak season: 20/12-02/01
Mid season: 03/01-17/02
High season: 18/02-27/03
Value season: 28/03-close
Photo required for lift pass? No
Are lift passes for consecutive days? No, 3 day break with 5-14 day lift pass
Lift pass coverage: Lifts in Heavenly only.
Squaw Valley Pass
| Adult (19-64yrs) | 6 Days | Extra day* |
| Low Season | £252 | £35 |
| High Season | £268 | £37 |
| Youth (13-18yrs) | ||
| Low Season | £211 | £30 |
| High Season | £219 | £31 |
| Child (12 & under) | ||
| Low Season | £47 | £8 |
| High Season | £49 | £8 |
Low season: 01/12-24/12 & 02/01-close
High season: 25-12/0101
Photo required for lift pass? No
Are lift passes for consecutive days? No, 2 day break with a 5-7 day lift pass & 3 day break 8-14 days
Lift pass coverage: All lifts in Squaw Valley only.
Ski/Board Tuition
Heavenly 3 Day Mountain Adventure Lessons - £185
A lesson only 3 day package for intermediate to expert skiers & boarders (13+ yrs).
2 hrs 45 mins of lessons per day from 10am.
Squaw Valley Adult Group Lesson £32
2 hour group lesson for adults (13+ yrs).
Learn to Ski/Board
| Heavenly | 2 Days |
| First Time - ski or board | £198 |
| Squaw Valley | |
| Adult (13+ yrs) | 1 Day |
| First Time - ski or board | £63 |
Snow Savers
• Ski Lake Tahoe Pass: Allows you to ski 7 resorts around Lake Tahoe: South Lake Tahoe: Heavenly, Kirkwood & Sierra. North Lake Tahoe: Squaw, Northstar, Alpine Meadows & Mt Rose.
• Car Hire Insurance Included – we include the insurance with all car hire packages so you don’t have any additional supplements to pay.
• Squaw Lift Pass Offer - Book by 15 Nov
Book a 7 day Squaw Only lift pass and save 25%
Book a 8-10 day Squaw Only lift pass and save 30%
Book a 11-14 day Squaw Only lift pass and save 50%
• Kid Ski Free at Heavenly – children under 4 ski for free all season
• Epic Season Pass/Epic 7 Pack – for certain dates it may save you money to buy an Epic Season Pass/7 Pack rather than a Heavenly only lift ticket. The only Lake Tahoe resort you can ski on the Epic Pass/7 Pack is Heavenly, but if you are planning a trip to Colorado the same season it can also be used at 5 resorts there, inc. Vail, Breckenridge and Beaver Creek. Ask us for more info. Limited availability.
Please note offers are only available when you pre-book before travel
Ski/board equipment
Ski/Board Equipment
| Adult (13+ yrs) | 6 Days | Extra Days |
| Skis only | £105 | £18 |
| Skis & boots | £105 | £18 |
| Superior skis only | £141 | £24 |
| Superior skis & boots | £154 | £26 |
| Snowboard & boots | £105 | £18 |
| Child (12yrs & under) | ||
| Skis only | £74 | £12 |
| Skis & boots | £81 | £13 |
| Snowboard & boots | £81 | £13 |
Snow Savers
• Ski Lake Tahoe Pass: Allows you to ski 7 resorts around Lake Tahoe: South Lake Tahoe: Heavenly, Kirkwood & Sierra. North Lake Tahoe: Squaw, Northstar, Alpine Meadows & Mt Rose.
• Car Hire Insurance Included – we include the insurance with all car hire packages so you don’t have any additional supplements to pay.
• Squaw Lift Pass Offer - Book by 15 Nov
Book a 7 day Squaw Only lift pass and save 25%
Book a 8-10 day Squaw Only lift pass and save 30%
Book a 11-14 day Squaw Only lift pass and save 50%
• Kid Ski Free at Heavenly – children under 4 ski for free all season
• Epic Season Pass/Epic 7 Pack – for certain dates it may save you money to buy an Epic Season Pass/7 Pack rather than a Heavenly only lift ticket. The only Lake Tahoe resort you can ski on the Epic Pass/7 Pack is Heavenly, but if you are planning a trip to Colorado the same season it can also be used at 5 resorts there, inc. Vail, Breckenridge and Beaver Creek. Ask us for more info. Limited availability.
Please note offers are only available when you pre-book before travel
† 2 for 1 lift pass is available on selected accommodation on selected dates. See accommodation page for details.