Ski Vacations and Ski Resorts in California

Heavenly, California

If you haven't been to South Lake Tahoe recently, you're in for a surprise
Gone are the old motels and t-shirt shops, replaced by a vibrant village, up-scale lodging and exquisite restaurants. Heavenly has turned this quirky ski town into a double-black-diamond destination. Rising 3,000 feet above famous Lake Tahoe, few mountain resorts can compete with Heavenly's scenic beauty and exhilarating on-mountain experience.

Heavenly is truly one of the most unique ski destinations in the world. The destination offers more to do both on and off the mountain than there are hours in the day. With the perfect blend of sunny California days and wild Nevada nights, we're redefining the term "wildlife".

In the past two years, more than $200 million have been invested into the destination including a new pedestrian village surrounding the Heavenly Gondola. The new Heavenly Village offers skiers and riders 40 new shopping options, 14 new restaurants, 9 art galleries and 4 new non-ski activities, including laser tag, ice-skating, and an eight-plex movie theatre. Heavely is investing yet another $10 million in on-mountain improvements including a new high-speed six-passenger lift, an extensive exterior remodel at East Peak Lodge, additional snowmaking and upgrades to the grooming fleet. And then there's the skiing and riding. The mountain will always stand 10,067 feet tall, with 4,800 acres of terrain. The snow will fall to earth an average of 360 inches each season. The sun will shine more than 300 days. And, of course, the spectacular views of Lake Tahoe will always be around every turn. You are invited to come and experience all that the destination has to offer. You'll soon learn that Heavenly is a destination that's been "Reborn to be Wild". We'll see you on the mountain soon. (all photos of Heavenly Resort courtesy of Vail Resorts, Inc.)

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Kirkwood, California

LOOKING FOR SANCTUARY AMONG TAHOE'S MEGA RESORTS?

Just a forty-five minute drive from Lake Tahoe's south shore through Hope Valley on scenic highway 88, Kirkwood Mountain combines an average of 500+ annual inches with uncrowded slopes. Kirkwood continues to be amongst the top producers in annual snowfall within Tahoe's seven resorts with 65+ runs, three terrain parks and 2,300 ski able acres offering terrain for all ability levels. The mountain is continuing to grow with cat-skiing being offered this season in the Red Cliffs region. Kirkwood can be a destination for those that want a vacation away from it all, or a day trip for those who want to be in the action but still experience all beautiful Tahoe has to offer.

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Mammoth, California

11,053-foot Mammoth Mountain dominates the Eastern Sierra skyline and the minds and hearts of it's die-hard skiers and riders. Yes-Mammoth is big. Whether you ski or ride, are young or old, beginner or advanced Mammoth is the perfect destination. In 2003, Skiing Magazine rated it #1 Terrain Park with 75 acres, 3 parks, 3 pipes and 8 runs. The endless bowls and steeps could satisfy any advanced skier or rider and new in the 2006-07 season major renovations and on mountain improvements include adding Eagle Ridge Learning Center- Mammoth's third full-service Ski and Snowboard School.

Mammoth boasts one of the longest seasons in the country from November to June, 3,500 skiable acres and 3,100 vertical feet. Combine this with 400 annual inches bathed in 300 days of sunshine and you have a skier/riders paradise.

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Northstar, California

ENJOY THE NEW NORTHSTAR RESORT

The eagerly awaited Village at Northstar made its debut in the 2005-2006 season with phase 1 of the new village now complete featuring 72 luxurious slope side condominiums, specialty shops, and restaurants. Just 45 minutes from the Reno airport, Northstar is a destination created with families in mind. The 9,000 square foot ice rink is the place to gather with outdoor fire pits, a s'mores kiosk, boutiques and restaurants surrounding it on all sides. Kid's activities don't stop there with an on mountain tubing center and an adventure park.

The mountain has a something for all skier levels from Mt Pluto known for its abundance of groomed runs, moderate pitch and views of Lake Tahoe to the north-facing Lookout Mountain with great snow quality featuring steep groomers and bump runs. If it is terrain parks you're into, Northstar has six parks, each with an amazing variety of jumps, hips, rails, boxes, a Halfpipe and 420' superpipe. Experience the new Northstar Resort!

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Squaw Valley, California

Squaw Valley Blossoms With New Base Village & Improvements Squaw Valley USA is enjoying a renaissance with its transformation into a world-class, four-season vacation destination. The change is as expansive as the 4,000-acre resort itself and guests will experience the makeover from the moment they arrive. The largest and most visible change is the opening of Phase II of the resort's new and expanded pedestrian base village. Combined with Phase I, the Village at Squaw Valley now offers a total of 286 new slopeside luxury condominiums, seventeen boutiques and shops and seven additional restaurants and eateries all contained in a meandering, European-style village.

On the mountain, guests will discover an unparalleled alpine experience. In the past decade alone, Squaw Valley USA has invested $60 million in on-mountain improvements and enhancements. This season Squaw kicks off the winter with a new beginner double chairlift, a second `Magic Carpet' transport lift for the Squaw Kids Children's Center, a new fleet of K2 skis for Squaw Valley's rental shops, extensive environmental enhancement projects, plus restroom and facility renovations, representing an investment of over $4 million by Squaw Valley Ski Corp. Introduce your audience to the new Squaw Valley.

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