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Final days of spring skiing

Rick Saake — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 23:01:50 +0000

The 2008-2009 ski and board season is coming to an end, so get up to Lake Tahoe this weekend at all costs! Sunny weather and great (fresh) snow is on the menu. Check out this video from Alpine Meadows if you need to get pumped up:

Reno-Tahoe ski resorts announce closing days

Rick Saake — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 21:09:39 +0000

This week is feeling a little more like winter than spring in the Sierra Nevada, with several inches of new snowfall, and powder conditions. That means great conditions for skiers looking to get a last-gasp trip in before the season winds to an end.

Resorts have marked their calendars preparing to close up for summer, so be sure to get to the mountain before its too late.

A sample of Tahoe-area closing dates for the 2008-2009 season:

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe: April 19 for daily operation; the resort will be open for weekend operation April 24-26 and May 1-3
Alpine Meadows: April 19
Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort: April 19
Squaw Valley USA: May 10
Diamond Peak: April 19
Heavenly Lake Tahoe: April 19
Sugar Bowl: April 26
Boreal: April 12
Kirkwood: April 26

To book your spring skiing getaway shop online.

More powder: Tahoe resorts report over 2 feet in 24 hours

Rick Saake — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 17:46:45 +0000

The Sierra Nevada is finally digging out Wednesday after the largest storm of the year – and it’s been a good one for skiers. Tahoe-area resorts are reporting several feet from the latest dumping … and transportation crews have opened roads, so get up to the mountain!

24-hour snow totals as reported by Tahoe resorts Wednesday morning:

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe: 20 inches
Diamond Peak: 24 inches
Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort: 18 inches
Alpine Meadows: 32 inches
Homewood Mountain Resort: 24 inches
Squaw Valley USA: 24 inches
Sugar Bowl: 37 inches
Boreal: 40 inches
Heavenly Lake Tahoe: 36 inches
Kirkwood: 48 inches

Search Reno-Tahoe’s 18 ski and board resorts for maps vacation deals, up-to-the-minute snow conditions and more. Read More

Headed to the mountain? Be sure to bookmark these Web sites on your iPhone or mobile device for the latest snow and driving conditions:

NVski.mobi: Created by the state of Nevada, this useful site offers updated resort reports with information like accumulation totals, weather conditions and base depth information. When the snow is coming down, conditions are always changing. Keep an eye on your favorite resorts with the searchable features.

NVroads.mobi: Although crews are on top of road clearing in and around the Sierra Nevada, conditions can change with big snow flurries. Nevada Department of Transportation alerts are channeled through this site to provide updates on slowdowns, chain and snow tire controls and other traffic news instantly, so drivers know what to expect around the bend.

More new snow at Tahoe resorts

Rick Saake — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 17:28:08 +0000

The snow is continuing to fall in Reno-Tahoe as the heart of a good storm system passes over the Sierra crest. Good conditions on Saturday and Sunday (video) have turned to great conditions with cold temperatures keeping things light and fluffy.

According to the National Weather Service, the stormy weather is expected to continue through the week – with any luck the new layers will ensure a great couple weeks of powder and a long season well into spring.

Storm totals as reported by Tahoe resorts Monday morning:

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe: 6 inches
Diamond Peak: 8 inches
Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort: 13 inches
Alpine Meadows: 22 inches
Homewood Mountain Resort: 12 inches
Squaw Valley USA: 16 inches
Sugar Bowl: 16 inches
Boreal: 18 inches
Heavenly Lake Tahoe: 10 iches
Kirkwood: 24 inches

For updated snow conditions, check out our resorts page online.

(Web cam view on Monday from the top of High Camp at Diamond Peak)

Video: Alpine powder day

Rick Saake — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 02:37:38 +0000

The Sierra Nevada is getting a fair dusting of storm as a cold front moves through. We hit Alpine Meadows on Lake Tahoe’s North Shore on Saturday and enjoyed some powder turns. Sunday should be great at ski and board resorts throughout Reno and Tahoe. If you are planning a trip to the area, be sure to check out our searchable resort finder to get up-to-the-minute snow and weather reports, as well as maps and pricing information.

Snow Train takes you to the slopes in Reno-Tahoe

Rick Saake — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 19:32:37 +0000

Take the scenic route to America’s Adventure Place on the Fun Train or the Snow Train, with all-inclusive getaways aboard Amtrak’s famous California Zephyr from early February through mid-March.

Packages include transportation from the San Francisco or Sacramento areas, two nights accommodations at your choice of hotels, as well as discounts on food and entertainment when you get there. Prices start at $189.

For information visit www.keyholidays.com, or call (800) 783-0783.

December, the tale of two months

Reno Tahoe USA — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:54:35 +0000

The month of December started on a somber note for skiers and boarders in Reno-Tahoe – at the beginning of the month a couple of good early storms put down a base, but it was dwindling. But Mother Nature served up enough snow this week to more than make up for the paltry beginning of the season.

Powder hounds woke up to more than two feet of fresh snow today, and bluebird conditions at Alpine Meadows, where blue skies and moderate temperatures made for the perfect Sierra Nevada ski day. Check out more pics from Alpine over at our flickr site.

Reno-Tahoe’s 18 ski and board resorts all received strong snow totals from a week of on-again, off-again storms, with the biggest system hitting Christmas Day. Alpine’s official measurement as of Dec. 26 was nine feet of snow at the base, and more than 13 feet at the summit, ensuring plenty of snow for a long season.

Now is the time to book your Reno-Tahoe getaway and get a taste of this great snow. Shop online and get discounts on lodging and lift-ticket combos.

Video: Sierra ski and board conditions are ideal

Reno Tahoe USA — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 16:27:16 +0000

What started as a meager ski season with a couple good early season storms and then a long, warm lull, has evolved into a powder-seekers dream in the Sierra Nevada. The last week has brought several feet of new snow to area ski resorts, and another storm system is expected through Christmas Day to add a couple more feet to the total.

What does all this mean? It means it is time to take advantage of discounted rates and book a ski trip to Reno-Tahoe. You’ll be glad you did …

Helmet cam view of Alpine Meadows on Sunday:

We have snow … now plan your trip

Reno Tahoe USA — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 18:53:17 +0000

Visitrenotahoe.com has stepped up efforts by creating searchable ski-planning Web pages with up-to-the-minute weather forecasts and snow conditions, pricing and driving directions. Users can browse Reno-Tahoe’s 18 ski and board resorts based on everything from difficulty to location, and get access to special offers and discounts.

The snow has been falling consistently since Saturday, with healthy snow totals at all area resorts – high-elevation totals may exceed three feet by next weekend, according to the National Weather Service, guaranteeing some serious powder turns, especially at higher elevations.

Snow conditions are provided by Onthesnow.com multiple times daily, ensuring frequent, accurate results. Bookmark our site, and use us as to plan your sierra ski vacation this winter.

Summit elevations in Reno-Tahoe range from 7,350 to 10,100 feet, and most years we get a 20-foot snow pack and a ski season that can last until the Fourth of July.

Reno-Tahoe boasts the largest concentration of ski and snowboard resorts in North America, all located within 90 minutes of the Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Visitors can stay, play and experience a winter getaway with a unique mix of outdoor recreation, arts and culture, dining, entertainment and 24-hour Nevada-style gaming action right outside their hotel room door. Off the slopes you will find ice-skating, sledding, snowshoeing, or dog-sledding.

Video: Doing the Reno-Tahoe snow dance

Reno Tahoe USA — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 21:41:06 +0000

Cold-fronts, jet streams and el nino are all well and good, but in Reno-Tahoe we don’t leave anything to chance when it comes to winter powder: