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Home to one of the most concentrated collections of world-class ski resorts in North America, Lake Tahoe is a dream winter destination especially for skiers and snowboarders. How do you decide which North Lake Tahoe ski resort is best for you? To help you decide, our team at Tahoe Luxury Properties has compiled a list of local ski resorts that includes key information on skiable acres, snowfall, activities, and who each resort is best for. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a month-long stay, we offer the perfect luxury rentals and ski leases in Lake Tahoe to match your winter plans!

Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts near Our Vacation Rentals

We offer vacation rentals near several of Lake Tahoe’s best ski resorts. Whether you are skiing at Northstar or Palisades Tahoe, we have the perfect accommodations for you!

Northstar California
Truckee, CA
Skiable Acres: 3,170 acres
Terrain: 13% beginner, 60% intermediate, and 27% advanced
Average Snowfall: 350 inches
Best For: Intermediate skiers, families, and luxury experiences
Activities Offered On-Site: Skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and fat tire snow biking. 
Vacation Rentals: Stay close to the slopes with our Northstar vacation rentals.  

 

Palisades Tahoe
Olympic Valley, CA
Skiable Acres: 3,600 acres
Terrain: 25% beginner, 45% intermediate, 22% advanced, and 8% expert
Average Snowfall: 400 inches 
Best For: Groups with varied ski levels
Activities Offered On-Site: Skiing, snowboarding, snowtubing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, and backcountry tours. 
Vacation Rentals: Book a vacation rental near Palisades Tahoe

 

Homewood Mountain Resort
Homewood, CA
Skiable Acres: 1,260 acres and over 750 acres of snowcat accessible terrain. 
Terrain: 15% beginner, 40% intermediate, 30% advanced, and 15% expert
Average Snowfall: 450 inches 
Best For: Backcountry skiing, intermediate skiing, and Lake Tahoe views.
Activities Offered On-Site: Skiing and snowboarding.
Vacation Rentals: Book a home on Tahoe’s West Shore near Homewood. 

 

Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort
Truckee, CA
Skiable Acres: 118 acres
Terrain: 40% beginner, 60% intermediate
Average Snowfall: 400 inches
Best For: Families, cross-country skiers, first-time skiers, and boarders. 
Activities Offered On-Site: Skiing and snowboarding.
Vacation Rentals: Stay at one of our Tahoe Donner properties. 

 

Diamond Peak
Incline Village, NV
Skiable Acres: 655 acres
Terrain: 8% beginner, 28% intermediate, 33% advanced, and 33% expert. 
Average Snowfall: 325 inches
Best For: Families, uncrowded runs, Lake Tahoe views. 
Activities Offered On-Site: Skiing and snowboarding.
Vacation Rentals: Book our Incline Village vacation rentals. 

 

Additional Ski Resorts A Bit Further Away

While our vacation rentals aren’t right next to these North Lake Tahoe ski resorts, they’re close enough for a fun day trip. 

Sugar Bowl Resort
Norden, CA
Skiable Acres: 1,650 skiable acres
Terrain: 17% beginner, 45% intermediate, and 38% advanced
Average Snowfall: 500 inches 
Best For: Powder lovers and cross-country skiers.
Activities Offered On-Site: Downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snow tubing, and backcountry skiing. 

 

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
Reno, NV
Skiable Acres: 1,200 skiable acres
Terrain: 20% beginner, 30% intermediate, 40% advanced, and 10% double black. 
Average Snowfall: 350 inches 
Best For: Thrill seekers, steep terrain, and great snow quality. 
Activities Offered On-Site: Skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing.

 

Boreal Mountain Resort
Soda Springs, CA
Skiable Acres: 380 skiable acres
Terrain: 55% beginner, 32% intermediate, and 23% advanced
Average Snowfall: 500 inches 
Best For: Night skiing, beginners, and budget-conscious skiers.
Activities Offered On-Site: Skiing, snowboarding, night skiing, and snow tubing. 

 

Donner Ski Ranch
Norden, CA
Skiable Acres: 400 acres
Terrain: 31% beginner, 38% intermediate, 21% advanced, and 10% expert. 
Average Snowfall: 114 inches
Best For: Budget skiing, families, uncrowded slopes, and a classic ski feel
Activities Offered On-Site: Skiing and snowboarding.

 

Soda Springs Mountain Resort
Soda Springs, CA
Skiable Acres: 217 acres
Terrain: 30% beginner, 40% intermediate, and 30% advanced
Average Snowfall: 400 inches
Best For: Families, beginners, kids, tubing, and snow play.
Activities Offered On-Site: Skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, snowshoeing, and kids' activities. 

 

Reserve Your Next Ski Vacation in Lake Tahoe 

There is a North Lake Tahoe ski resort for everyone’s style. Select a ski resort from the list above, reserve lift tickets, and book a vacation home with Tahoe Luxury Properties. Stay slopeside in one of our ski-in ski-out Tahoe homes at Northstar. Or opt for a winter lease and have a second home for the ski season. No matter your needs, we have the perfect luxury home for your Tahoe winter vacation!