North Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts
North Lake Tahoe is home to some of the world’s finest ski resorts. The Treehouse is a short drive to many of these ski resorts and each have something different to offer to suit all of your family needs. On this page we have a list of some of the ski resorts nearby that we love. Click on the resort logo to be taken to their homepage. Click on the underlined link in the resort description to be directed to a review of the mountain. For a more comprehensive list of North Lake Tahoe ski resorts click here.
Northstar California Resort
Northstar is only 8.2 miles from the Treehouse. We have been coming to Northstar since the 90s and it has never disappointed. We love exploring the mountains on our boards and then hanging out at the Northstar Village and finishing the day off with some drinks and great food. In the summer there are 100 miles of bike trails making it one of the largest bike parks in the US. It also has an 18 hole, par 72 golf course.
Base Elevation: 6,330 feet Summit Elevation: 8,610 feet Total Acreage: 2,480 acres Trails: 97 Classification Total: 13% Beginner, 62% Intermediate, 25% Advanced
Squaw Valley Ski Resort
Squaw Valley is 19.9 miles from the Treehouse. Squaw Valley is huge and was home to the 1960 Winter Olympic Games. We like to take the gondola and Siberia Express all the way to the top and take a nice long mellow ride down the Mountain run. In addition to the world class skiing it has an ice skating rink and snow tubing. After a long day on the mountain we like to explore European-style Village at Squaw Valley which offers 20+ restaurants and bars. shops, and fine art galleries. During the holiday season you might see carolers dressed in Dickens costumes singing holiday classics around the Village. In the summertime there is mountain biking, hiking, paintball, disk golf and a swimming lagoon.
Base Elevation: 6,200 feet Summit Elevation: 9,050 feet Total Acreage: 4,000 acres Trails: 170+ Classification Total: 25% Beginner, 45% Intermediate, 30% Advanced
Alpine Meadows
Alpine Meadows is 20.1 miles from the Treehouse. Alpine has some great advanced terrain, seven open bowls, and great views of Lake Tahoe. There are also many cruising trails, a children’s center with lessons, snow tubing, and mini-terrain park for a well rounded snow experience.
Base Elevation: 6,835 feet Summit Elevation: 8,637 feet Total Acreage: 2,400 acres Trails: 100+ Classification Total: 25% easier, 40% more difficult, 35% most difficult/expert
Donner Ski Ranch
Donner Ski Ranch is 22.9 miles away from the Treehouse. We haven’t been to Donner but now that we have kids we plan on going as soon as we get a chance. Donner is geared towards family with their cheaper rates and beginner terrain. We also have an uncle that teaches ski lessons here and can’t wait to get more familiar with Donner. While researching Donner I also learned it is family owned. Come check it out and support local family owned business!
Base Elevation: 7,031 feet Summit Elevation: 7,781 feet Total Acreage: 500+ acres Trails: 52 Classification Total: 25% beginner, 50% intermediate , 25% advanced
Boreal Mountain Resort
Boreal Mountain Resort is 23.4 miles to the Treehouse. Boreal is the first and only all-mountain terrain park. It is a little on the smaller side but if you have anyone in the family that wants to improve their jibs, jumps and vertical trick abilities this is a great place to learn. Now that we are parents we ride a little more on the mellow side but we might be back if the kids need a thrill. Be sure to wear a helmet!
Base Elevation: 7,200 feet Summit Elevation: 7,700 feet Total Acreage: 380 acres Trails: 41 Classification Total: 30% beginner, 55% intermediate, 15% advanced, Lanes for sledding