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Riding Out California (Tahoe)
Palisades Tahoe is one of Riding Out California (Tahoe).

1. Palisades Tahoe

9.4
1960 Squaw Valley Rd, Olympic Valley, CA
Ski Resort and Area · 97 tips and reviews

Ariana F.Ariana Faustini: The master of all Tahoe resorts. It's pricey (unless you've got a pass) but this mountain really rocks. Amazing views, long runs and long lines, but worth the wait. Be sure to hit up Granite Chief!

Kirkwood Mountain Resort is one of Riding Out California (Tahoe).

2. Kirkwood Mountain Resort

9.2
1501 Kirkwood Meadows Dr (at Highway 88), Kirkwood, CA
Ski Resort and Area · 45 tips and reviews

Ariana F.Ariana Faustini: I think Kirkwood is my favorite (after Mammoth). Why? Because it's not as crowded as the other Tahoe resorts. Plus the backside has some great terrain and there are plenty of bowls for freshies.

Heavenly Mountain Resort is one of Riding Out California (Tahoe).

3. Heavenly Mountain Resort

9.0
4080 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Ski Resort and Area · 112 tips and reviews

Ariana F.Ariana Faustini: Nice place to take visiting family. Perks: wide expansive terrain, close to downtown entertainment, and the views. I prefer to hit up less crowded areas myself but it's a good mountain.

Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort is one of Riding Out California (Tahoe).

4. Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort

8.5
1111 Sierra At Tahoe Rd (at US 50), Twin Bridges, CA
Ski Resort and Area · 43 tips and reviews

Ariana F.Ariana Faustini: Good place for learning on the south side of the lake. It's quick and convenient to get to but that makes it crowded. Smaller mountain but has some great bowls after storms.

Northstar California Resort is one of Riding Out California (Tahoe).

5. Northstar California Resort

9.2
5001 Northstar Dr (at Highway 267), Truckee, CA
Ski Resort and Area · Northstar · 85 tips and reviews

Ariana F.Ariana Faustini: It's good riding but pricey. Nice features. Make this a once-a-year deal then go to Kirkwood for the rest of the time. Vail owns both so either way they collect the dues.

Sugar Bowl Ski Resort is one of Riding Out California (Tahoe).

6. Sugar Bowl Ski Resort

9.1
629 Sugar Bowl Rd (at Donner Pass Rd), Norden, CA
Ski Resort and Area · 27 tips and reviews

Ariana F.Ariana Faustini: Used to be a regular here. I've since moved on to bigger mountains but this is a nice place to learn and take family.

Boreal Mountain Resort is one of Riding Out California (Tahoe).

7. Boreal Mountain Resort

8.0
19659 Boreal Ridge Rd, Truckee, CA
Ski Resort and Area · 23 tips and reviews

Ariana F.Ariana Faustini: Right off the freeway you can spend a good couple of hours learning some great skills. Don't expect long runs, but lots of features. It's good for a day trip. Don't leave your board laying around.