Sugar Bowl
Donner
,
California
Uncrowded, challenging, and snow-blessed
Pros:
- Great for advanced and expert skiers and riders
- Less crowded than other Lake Tahoe Resorts
- Expansive, open bowl at the summit
- Abundant natural snow accumulation
Cons:
- Less extensive beginner terrain
- Shorter vertical drop compared to other Lake Tahoe resorts
- Limited restaurants, bars, and nightlife
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Terrain
Challenge level preferences
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Expert
All abilities
Terrain preferences
Glades
Bowls
Longer trails
Terrain park
Mountain Preferences
Larger mountain
Smaller mountain
Higher elevation
Lower elevation
Bigger vertical drop
Mountain Experience
SNOW
Higher average snowfall
Better snow quality
Weather
Sunny day more likely
Rainy day less likely
Extreme cold less likely
Scenery
Beautiful natural scenery
Picturesque base village or nearby main street
Guest Experience
Service
Great customer service
Family friendly
Great ski school
Crowds
Less crowded
Fast lifts
Off the beaten path
Food, Drink, and Activities
Food and drink
Bars & Restaurants
Nightlife
Activities
Shopping
Spa
Snowtubing
Travel and Lodging
Lodging
Slopeside lodging
Lodging nearby
Travel
Closest airport(s)
RNO
40
miles
SMF
100
miles
miles
Multi-Resort Pass
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