Premier Travel Resorts: Tahoe Donner Offers Skiing for Avid and Beginners Alike

If you are looking for a ski vacation that accommodates both “beginner” and "avid" skiers, Tahoe Donner in Truckee, California is one of the best recommendations for novice and experienced ski vacationers.

You'll discover Tahoe Donner in the upper reaches of Truckee, CA. It is five miles from Donner Lake and less than 20 miles from Lake Tahoe. You will find one quad chairlift, one double chairlift and one surface lift accessing 14 runs with over 120 skiable acres. Tahoe Donner Ski Area is committed to being "the best place for family fun and learning. Wide-open bowls, uncrowded slopes, great beginner terrain, excellent grooming, cross-country trails, and a friendly, courteous staff await all. Sledding is open during weekends and holidays periods at the Snowplay Area located at the Trout Creek Recreation Center.

Since 1971, when construction first began at Tahoe Donner, the area has come to be known as a world-class cross country ski center. Beginner skiers have come to love this area because it is one of the better places to learn how to ski. Tahoe Donner offers a unique family experience and are known for their successful learn to ski program—one of the only in the area that starts teaching kids as young as 3 years old. In addition, the resorts size allows a personal touch for every member where larger ski areas can’t always provide.

Located near Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Donner Ski Resort provides a family atmosphere, and proves to be very affordable. It features a 601 foot vertical drop, and the highest elevation is at 7353 feet. With approximately 120 acres for skiers to enjoy and over 13 trails for beginners, intermediate skiers, and expert skiers, there is sure to be a slope that seems made for you. The resort features four lifts, with two of the list being surface lifts; two being chair lifts. Snowboarders are always welcome at Tahoe Donner. This year, they installed a new 700 square-foot yurt, which will allow a slope side warm area for lessons with a large sundeck.

Ski rentals are available and you’ll also find a variety of ski programs for little Tykes, Ski and Snowboard Teams, Senior Alpine Ski Club, as well as ski school. After a full day of ranging the mountainside, be sure to visit the Lodge’s Restaurant for a tasteful and relaxing dining experience.
Tahoe Donner gives great early pass purchase incentives so don’t wait for the snow to fly to get your season pass! See pricing for season passes and season-long programs and other lesson and rental prices here at Tahoe Donner Online Ski Shop where all passes and season-long programs may be purchased online.

Lifts: 1 quad chair, 1 double chair, 3 conveyor lifts
Terrain Rating: 40 percent novice, 60 percent intermediate
Total Runs: 14
Terrain Parks: 3
Skiable Acres: 120
2013-14 Holiday Periods:
Christmas Holiday | December 21, 2013 – January 5, 2014
Martin Luther King Day | January 18 – 20, 2014
President’s Holiday | February 15 – 23, 2014
Spring Break | March 22 – April 6, 2014
Kids aged 6 and under and adults 75+ always ski free at Tahoe Donner.

You’re Bound to Get Hungry! Breakfast, Lunch, Beer, Snacks, and BBQ Available…

The Grill serves breakfast from 8 to 10:30 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On holidays and weekends the Grill is open until 4 p.m. In the morning, enjoy one of our famous breakfast burritos or our mouthwatering french toast. We have several options to choose from to help you start your day off right! For lunch we offer daily specials, kids meals and a large grill selection to choose from. For something quick, we have a convenient Grab-N-Go area with sandwiches, wraps and tasty items.

The Bar is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a full service bar, cold beer on tap and mixed drinks. Enjoy a beverage while watching the game on one of our four flat screen TVs or take in the outside scenery through our floor-to-ceiling windows.

The Sun Deck and Outdoor BBQ Area is a perfect place to relax and catch some rays. The large deck offers music, stone fire pits, cushioned lounge chairs, tables and a great view of the mountain. Sit back, relax and take advantage of our BBQ area, which is open on weekends and from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., conditions permitting.

Stay For a Week and Take in All That Tahoe Has to Offer!
Get great discounts on resort lodging through Global Resorts. Here are two choices of fabulous area resorts in Lake Tahoe, a pleasant 24 mile drive from Tahoe Donner Skiing.

Lodges on the Glen - Incline Village
One week price through GRN - $599 - Studio / $699 1 Bedroom