Skiing in California
Lake Tahoe's resorts including Palisades (formerly Squaw Valley), Heavenly, and Mammoth Mountain offer sunny skiing with Sierra Nevada views.
Ski Resorts in California
34 ski resorts in California
Alta Sierra Ski Resort
Alta Sierra Ski Resort offers skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing, along with lessons and equipment rentals. Located just an hour from Bakersfield, it's a winter fun destination for everyone.
Badger Pass Ski Area
Badger Pass Ski Area is a ski area in California, United States. It has 5.8 km of pistes served by 5 lifts, including 4 chairlifts. The slopes run from 2,212 m to 2,386 m, a vertical drop of 174 m.
Bear Mountain
Bear Mountain is a ski area in California, United States. It has 13 km of pistes served by 11 lifts, including 7 chairlifts. The slopes run from 2,182 m to 2,678 m, a vertical drop of 496 m.
Bear Valley
Bear Valley is a ski area in California, United States. It has 26 km of pistes served by 9 lifts, including 7 chairlifts. The slopes run from 2,038 m to 2,592 m, a vertical drop of 554 m.
Boreal Mountain Resort
Boreal Mountain Resort, also known as Woodward Tahoe, is a ski resort located in Soda Springs, CA.
Buckhorn Ski Club
Buckhorn Ski Lodge is a private remote cabin located in the San Gabriel National Monument in the Angeles National Forest. The lodge is managed and maintained by a cooperative community of members and has been around since the 1940's!
Cedar Pass
Cedar Pass Snow Park: 530-233-3323 Winter Hours Only. Can leave a Message. Nichole Battram: 530-640-2077 https://sites.google.com/site/cedarpasssnowpark/ https://www.facebook.com/NCCPSP
China Peak Mountain Resort
China Peak Mountain Resort offers a range of winter activities including skiing and snowboarding, with options for tickets, lessons, rentals, and lodging.
Coppervale
Coppervale Ski Area With substantial snowfall in the upper elevations, Lassen College’s Coppervale Ski Area is in full operation. Coppervale is located 18 miles from Susanville on Highway 36 and sits […]
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Dodge Ridge Ski Area
Dodge Ridge is a family-loved ski resort, open since 1950, offering 1,600 vertical feet of skiing. It is known as the closest snow to home for the Bay Area and Central Valley, cherished by generations of skiers and riders.
Donner Ski Ranch
Donner Ski Ranch is a family-friendly ski resort in the Lake Tahoe area that features a wide variety of terrain, inviting skiers and riders of all abilities to enjoy the fully-featured mountain oasis.
Granlibakken Ski Resort
Granlibakken Ski Resort is a small ski area in California, United States. It has 0.2 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 1,942 m to 2,007 m, a vertical drop of 65 m.
Heavenly Mountain Resort
Heavenly Mountain Resort is a ski area in California, United States. It has 85 km of pistes served by 28 lifts, including 2 gondolas and cable cars and 18 chairlifts. The slopes run from 2,029 m to 3,068 m, a vertical drop of 1,039 m.
Homewood Ski Area
Homewood Mountain Resort is giving a beloved legacy a new symbol, capturing the character that has defined it for generations. It is known for its friendly staff, best views, and shortest lift lines.
June Mountain
Visit June Mountain, a California ski resort offering wide open terrain, kid-friendly programs, affordable lift tickets, and a laid-back Sierra vibe for the whole family.
Kingvale
Granlibakken Tahoe is a family-friendly and intimate ski hill, considered the best spot in Tahoe for first-time skiers and snowboarders. It is the most affordable skiing and sledding option in Tahoe, offering an authentic introduction to winter sports.
Kirkwood Mountain Resort
Kirkwood is a ski resort known for its legendary terrain and abundant snowfall, often measured in feet, referred to as the "K-Factor." The resort typically opens for the season in December and offers various pass options, including the Epic Pass.
Mammoth Mountain
Mammoth Mountain is a ski area in California, United States. It has 83 km of pistes served by 25 lifts. The slopes run from 2,424 m to 3,369 m, a vertical drop of 945 m.
Mountain High
Mountain High is a ski area in California, United States. It has 159 lifts, including 11 chairlifts.
Mount Waterman
Mt Waterman Ski Lifts are the closest day ski area in Los Angleles. We offer three ski lifts for snowboarding and down hill skiing.
Mt. Baldy
Mt. Baldy is a ski area in California, United States. It has 15 km of pistes served by 4 lifts, including 4 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,976 m to 2,609 m, a vertical drop of 633 m.
Mt. Shasta Ski Park
Your local mountain of fun since 1985. Join the Ski Park family!
Northstar at Tahoe Resort
Northstar Resort in Lake Tahoe, California is a welcoming, family friendly resort with year round activities and a top winter destination.
California at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 34 resorts
Total Resorts
34
Total Piste km
781 km
Total Lifts
458
Elevation Range
1,612–3,369 m
Avg Day Pass
US$167
Total Runs
1,458
Where to start in California
Top picks across 4 categories
Best for beginners
- 1.Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski ResortVery good
- 2.Soda SpringsVery good
Best for experts
- 1.Palisades Tahoe Olympic ValleyVery good
- 2.Heavenly Mountain ResortGood
- 3.Palisades Tahoe Alpine MeadowsGood
Best snow
- 1.Mammoth MountainVery good
- 2.Palisades Tahoe Alpine MeadowsVery good
- 3.Palisades Tahoe Olympic ValleyVery good
Best value
- 1.Sugar Bowl ResortExcellent
- 2.China Peak Mountain ResortExcellent
- 3.Alta Sierra Ski ResortGood
Top Resorts in California
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavenly Mountain Resort | 85 | 1,039 | 28 |
| Mammoth Mountain | 83 | 945 | 25 |
| Northstar at Tahoe Resort | 83 | 695 | 20 |
| Palisades Tahoe Olympic Valley | 69 | 868 | 39 |
| Sugar Bowl Resort | 39 | 457 | 12 |
| Kirkwood Mountain Resort | 37 | 505 | 13 |
| China Peak Mountain Resort | 35 | 509 | 9 |
| Palisades Tahoe Alpine Meadows | 35 | 493 | 13 |
| Homewood Ski Area | 35 | 501 | 7 |
| Boreal Mountain Resort | 32 | 159 | 7 |
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Season Calendar - California
When each resort is open for skiing
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