Sierra-at-Tahoe

Sierra-at-Tahoe is the first major resort up U.S. Highway 50 and the closest major resort to Sacramento and the Bay Area. This ski and snowboard resort has a friendly attitude and is committed to exceeding their visitors' expectations of a good time.

Sierra has 2,000 acres of varied terrain. The base elevation is 6,640 feet and the summit is 8,852 feet, making for a vertical drop of 2,212 feet. The average seasonal snowfall is 480 inches.

Twelve lifts, including three express quads, will transport you to 46 slopes and trails on three areas of the mountain. Slope difficulty is 25% easier, 50% more difficult and 25% most difficult. The longest run is 2.5 miles and is on easier terrain.

Many advanced level skiers and riders classify Sierra as an intermediate mountain. However, Sierra is changing that image by leading out of town visitors to a previously unmarked "most difficult" area. Updated trail maps and on-mountain signs now point the way to the steep chutes and cliffs of Avalanche Bowl, located in the center of the resort. This area is for high level skiers and snowboarders only.

Main Mountain Trail Map

Activities 

For more information about activities at Alpine Meadows, see our directory or visit Sierra-at-Tahoe . 

Snowboarding

There are three terrain parks and two halfpipes, including a Superpipe, at Sierra. The entire mountain is open to snowboarders.

Backcountry Tours

The minute you catch a glimpse of the majestic terrain that awaits beyond the ridgeline at Grandview, youll know that a backcountry tour is a necessary indulgence. Five backcountry gates provide access to old-growth forests and some of the steepest terrain found on the South Shore. The cost for a 3 ½ hour backcountry tour is $25 in addition to a lift ticket purchase. Tours are led by professional ski patrol staff and include a briefing on safety procedures and proper use of avalanche transceivers. Reservations are required. Backcountry tours are for advanced skiers and snowboarders. Each registered person must participate in a skills assessment test to determine proficiency.

Tubing Hill with Lift

Guests will have great fun playing for an hour or two on the Tubing Hill. The snowtubing hill is accessible by lift for all ages, including families with young children. Sierra rents snowplay clothing for visitors from warmer climates, so you will have no reason to resist the tubing urge!

Ski Instruction and Equipment Rentals

The Get Good Quick Center offers something for everyone, ages 13+. Choose from a variety of clinics. The Private, Introductory, Refresher, Breakthrough and Vertical Improvement Clinics help you learn as you enjoy the mountain in a relaxed, fun-filled atmosphere. The daily Vertical Improvement Clinics are FREE! Sierra's well-stocked ski and snowboard equipment Rental Shop gets you out on the slopes fast!

Mountain Lodge and Restaurants

Sierra's base lodge offers a variety of dining options. In addition, there is a restaurant at the Summit and a snack shop with picnic tables in the West Bowl. Skiers and riders can carbo load and regroup at any of these facilities.

PUV Pizza Utility Vehicles

As the oasis appears in the Sahara to quench the thirst of a dreary traveler, so, too, does the Sierra-at-Tahoe PUV. It delivers the extra energy you need to pull the other ski boot off. Its the Pizza Utility Vehicle. Yup, buzzing around the parking lot is the new PUV stocked with piping hot pizzas for the road. Happy tummies, happy kids, happy drive home.

Wild Mountain Children's Center

The Wild Mountain Ski and Snowboard Camp continues to enjoy an increase in students with each new season. To accommodate the growth, Sierra has two outdoor learning areas with a surface lift. These areas facilitate the Snowboard Camp. Ski Camp is for kids ages 4-12. Snowboard Camp is for kids ages 7-12. Choose from private clinics or full-day, morning and afternoon group sessions.

Dyno-Tykes Day Care Center

This state-licensed facility provides all-day supervision and activities for kids ages 18 months - 5 years. The center offers full-day and morning programs that include indoor and outdoor activities, snacks and lunch. Afternoon programs include indoor and outdoor activities and snacks. For ages 4-5, add in a half-day of Ski Camp that includes a lift ticket and equipment. 

Logistics

Hours

Once the lifts are running, Sierra-at-Tahoe is open for skiing Saturday, Sunday and Holidays between  8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Ticket Sales

Tickets go on sale daily, one-half hour prior to lift operations. Half-day tickets go on sale at 12:30 p.m.

Pricing

Sierra-at-Tahoe provides a wide variety of ticket programs and options to fit your vacation plans. There is sure to be a ticket option just right for you. 

Information

(530) 659-7453

24-hour Snow Phone

(530) 659-7475

Equipment Rental

Ski and snowboard equipment rentals on-site.

Ski Shuttle System

Complimentary shuttle bus originating from South Lake Tahoe. 

Route Information: (530) 541-7548 

Physical Address

Sierra-at-Tahoe
1111 Sierra-at-Tahoe Road
Twin Bridges, CA  95735

Directions

By Plane
Frequent commercial service by most major and regional carriers to Reno-Tahoe International Airport.

All-Weather Highway Access

From Reno to South Lake Tahoe:
SR 395 south to U.S. HWY 50 west
58 miles, 1.25 hours

From South Lake Tahoe:
U.S. HWY 50 west over Echo Summit.Turn left onto Sierra-at-Tahoe Road.
12 miles, just minutes!

From San Francisco:
I-80 east to Sacramento, then U.S. HWY 50 east, 45 miles past Placerville on the right.
3.5 hours

From Sacramento:
U.S. HWY 50 east, Sierra-at-Tahoe Road is 45 miles past Placerville, on the right.
1.5 hours