Shaun White took one more step closer to qualifying for the U.S. Olympic Team in slopestyle, taking third place on Sunday at CopperMountain. White, who trains out of Northstar California ski resort in Lake Tahoe, placed third behind Norwegian winner Staale Sandbech. Sandbech scored 97.00 points in his second of two runs. White is slated […]
Northstar, Homewood add new terrain for skiing, snowboarding
Some additional snow made all the difference for two of Lake Tahoe’s ski resorts this week – Homewood Mountain and Northstar California. Both North Lake Tahoe ski resorts added terrain for skiing and snowboarding following a snow that added as much as 6 inches to the base totals of some Tahoe resorts. Northstar will have […]
Heavenly ski resort in Lake Tahoe opens more terrain for skiing, snowboarding
The Christmas holidays are creeping closer. And with the crowds beginning to gather this weekend in South Lake Tahoe, Heavenly Mountain Resort has decided to open additional terrain for skiing and snowboarding. Heavenly ski resort opened the California side of the resort today (Dec. 21). Among the new terrain available is: Ridge Run Patsy’s, Maggie’s […]
Both Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows add additional terrain for holiday skiing
More snow in the Lake Tahoe region earlier this week means one primary thing to skiers and snowboarders – more available terrain! Both Squaw Valley ski resort and Alpine Meadows ski resort opened expanded terrain this weekend with the addition of Shirley Lake Express at Squaw Valley, and Hot Wheels Chairlift at Alpine Meadows. Shirley […]
Ritz-Carlton unveils new barbecue restaurant at Northstar ski resort in Lake Tahoe
For skiers and snowboarders who enjoy their barbecue, there’s now a place to eat it during a visit to Northstar California. The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe will open a new slope-side BBQ-themed outdoor restaurant today (Dec. 20). The grand opening includes food and drink specials from 3-6 p.m. The new restaurant is located on the back […]
Historical origin of 354 U.S. ski resorts
Ever wonder how long your favorite ski resort in the United States has been in existence? Skiing had its U.S. start in 1915 at a Colorado resort that is fairly obscure these days. Howelsen Hill Ski Area is located across the YampaRiver from downtown Steamboat Springs. Howelsen Hill still exists, but most people headed for a […]
All Lake Tahoe’s 14 ski resorts now open; skiers, riders enjoying Squaw’s Mountain Run
Another snow storm is definitely on the Christmas wish list, but the good news in Lake Tahoe is all 14 of its ski resorts are now open. The available terrain for skiing and snowboarding at Lake Tahoe ski resorts is still not close to being optimal at any one resort, but a sizable snow storm […]
Vail Resorts properties – Heavenly, Northstar, Kirkwood – offering good early-season terrain for skiing, riding
Last week’s winter storm dumped up to 3 feet of fresh natural snow at the Vail Resorts properties in Lake Tahoe. The Vail Resorts properties – Heavenly Mountain Resort, Northstar California Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort – all have considerable terrain available for skiers and snowboarders who are looking to ski now and through the holiday season. […]
Tahoe Donner ski resort opens today (Dec. 14); all 14 Lake Tahoe ski resorts now open for 2013-14 season
With snow on its hill and cold weather remaining a constant, Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area opened today (Dec. 14) for the 2013-14 season. Early-season conditions are always a good time to learn. And Tahoe Donner ski resort has a good learning area for newcomers to skiing and snowboarding. The resort will have lessons available […]
Northern California’s Bear Valley ski resort opens today (Dec. 14) with discounted $39 lift tickets
Bear Valley ski resort is yet one more Northern California resort that has enough snow to kick off its season for skiers and snowboarders. Bear Valley ski resort opened today (Dec. 14) and did so with a nice deal for its inaugural weekend – $39 for adult and teen lift tickets the first two days. […]