Crsytal Range,  Eldorado National Forest, California

Sierra at Tahoe Ski Area

Eldorado National Forest

Mileages From Sacramento

  • Placerville - 44 miles
  • Crystal Basin - 82 miles
  • Wrights Lake - 87 miles
  • Twin Bridges - 85 miles
  • Echo Summit - 92 miles
  • S. Lake Tahoe - 103 miles




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Sierra at Tahoe

Sierra at Tahoe is located near Echo Summit, with easy access from Tahoe or Sacramento via Highway 50. The resort is spread over 2,000 acres with elevations ranging from 6,640 feet at the bottom to 8,852 feet at the top of the highest run.

Sierra at Tahoe sign

Sierra at Tahoe operates the adjacent Blizzard Mountain tubing and sliding hill. For more information on Blizzard Mountain, see Echo Summit Snow Play. The resort also offers kids' Adventure Zones, snowshoeing, a telemark center, and mountain tours.

Sierra at Tahoe has gates leading to Huckleberry Canyon, extremely challenging backcountry terrain of cliffs, chutes, cornices, and bowls for EXPERTS only.

Check the Sierra at Tahoe website for updates on weather, ticket prices, rentals, and lessons.


Lift Operation Hours

Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday, Holidays, and Peak Days 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  (ticket office and rental shop open at 8:00 AM)
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Midweek
  (ticket office opens at 8:00 AM, and rental shop at 8:30 AM)

Peak Periods: Nov 24-26, 2023; Dec 16, 2023 - Jan 7, 2024; Jan 13-15, 2024; Feb 17-25, 2024

Lifts: 3 Express Quad Chairs, 5 Double Chairs, 1 Triple Chair, and 5 surface lifts.
Terrain: 2,000 acres of ski-able mountain with 2,212 feet of vertical drop. 46 trails (25% beginner, 50% intermediate, and 25% advanced). 5 Terrain Parks and several pipes.
Map of Sierra at Tahoe Ski Runs

Lift Ticket Prices

Season Passes for 2023-24 are available now: Sierra at Tahoes Season Passes
Daily lift tickets are available at Sierra at Tahoe Lift Tickets. Afternoon and multi-day tickets are available at reduced prices per day. Higher rates shown below are for Peak Days: Nov 24-26, 2023; Dec 16, 2023 - Jan 7, 2024; Jan 13-15, 2024; Feb 17-25, 2024.

  • Adults (23-64) $145-$170
  • Young Adults (13-22) $130-$155
  • Child (5-12) $60-$65
  • Child (4 and Under) Free
  • Senior (65-69) $130-$155
  • Super Senior (70+) $60-$65

Sierra at Tahoe Ski and Snowboard Rentals

Rental Hours: Weekends and Peak Periods 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Weekdays 8:30 AM- 4:30 PM
Rental equipment includes skis, snowboards, boots, helmets, and poles. Sierra at Tahoe also rents clothing and performance equipment.

Check current pricing at Equipment + Demo Rentals. Season rental passes are available.

Sierra at Tahoe Ski and Snowboard Lessons

Lesson Reservations Required: Sierra at Tahoe Lessons


Children's Lessons

Children Ski Lessons - ages 3-6 Children are grouped by ability and age. The full day programs include 2+ hour outdoor lessons in the snow and the remainder of the day at Daycare with indoor activities. Lunch is provided. 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

  • Cubbie Program Lesson (Age 3-4) - beginners
  • Pioneer Program Lessons (Ages 5-6) - beginners and intermediate Advanced
  • Explorer Program Lessons (Ages 7-10) - beginner to intermediate Advanced
  • Trailblazer Program Lessons (Ages 11-13) - beginner to intermediate Advanced

Sierra at Tahoe also provides private lessons, adaptive lessons, and a number of special offers. For full details, visit their website: Sierra at Tahoe

Check with Sierra at Tahoe for details about 3-Pak and 10-Pak lessons: Sierra at Tahoe.

Adult Lessons - Ages 13 and Older

Sierra at Tahoe's Easy Street has two beginner conveyor lifts and gentle terrain designed for learning the basics of snowboarding and skiing.

Learn to Ski or Ride Lessons Designed for first time (or early beginning) skiers or snowboarders.

2.5-hour lessons begin at 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM.

Adult Learn to Ski + Snowboard Lessons

2-Hour First-timer Lesson Package - learn to ski or snowboard. Package includes lift ticket limited to conveyor lifts on Easy Street and Easy Rider Express, rental equipment, and 2.5 hours group lesson.

Adult (age 13+) All Mountain Group Lessons

For intermediate and advanced skiers or boarders. 2-hour lessons offered at 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM.

Sierra at Tahoe also provides private lessons and a number of other special offers. For full details, visit their website: Sierra at Tahoe Lessons

Sierra Child Day Care

Wild Mountain Day Care

A California Licensed Day Care Facility

Day Care: Ages 18 months to 35 months
Cubbie Program: Ages 3-4 for children who are ready for an introduction to skiing through their snow experience program. For more information: Cubbie Program Lessons

Day Care Program

Snacks, lunch (for full day children), preschool activities, music, dance, stories, toys, adventure walks, sled rides, climbing tunnels, snow paint. Open 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
Reservations are required during the week and highly recommended on weekends and peak days: 530.543.3150.
For complete information: Sierra at Tahoe Day Care

Sierra at Tahoe Facilities

Base Lodge, Grandview Lodge
Solstice Plaza: Solstice Eatery, retail shop, demo center, outdoor deck, live music events
First Aid Station and Ski Patrol
Sierra Mt. Sports: Boards, skis, apparel, accessories. (530) 659-7453, ext 231
Repair Shop: Leave your board or skis for an overnight tune-up
WiFi: Free in the Aspen Cafe
Overnight Ski or Board Check $1
Telemark Center See Echo Summit Cross Country
Adventure Zone Themed adventure area for children

Food Services

360 Smokehouse BBQ: Located inside Grandview Lodge - BBQ favorites, pulled pork, ribs, and more
Baja Grill: Located at the bottom of West Bowl - Tacos, quesadillas, burritos
Mama's Kitchen: Complete breakfast menu, lunch soups, chowder, chili, and much more
Java Junction: Specialty coffees, bagels, and more
Sierra Pub & Deli: Wine and spirits, clam chowder, paninis, salads, specialty sandwiches
Aspen Cafe: Burgers, hot dogs
Golden Bear Terrace: outside the main lodge - burgers, Spanish-style Bobadilla sandwiches, craft beers.
Corkscrew Bar: at Solstice Plaza within the Solstice Eatery. Cocktails, organic spirits.
American River Shack: located in the Aspen Cafe serving drinks.

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