Top Things to do in Lake Tahoe Area
Top Hotels in Lake Tahoe Area
The 10 Best Ski & Snowboard Areas in Lake Tahoe Area, Lake Tahoe Area
Discover the best top things to do in Lake Tahoe Area, Lake Tahoe Area including Ski Butlers South Lake Tahoe, Rock House Discount Ski & Snowboard Rentals, Tahoe Donner, Diamond Peak Ski Resort, Squaw Valley Ropes Course, Alpine Meadows, Granlibakken Ski and Sled Area, The Gondola at Heavenly, Diamond Peak Ski & Snowboard School, Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area.
Restaurants in Lake Tahoe Area
1. Ski Butlers South Lake Tahoe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 35 reviews
Ski Butlers delivers top quality ski and snowboard equipment through the simplest and most convenient processes, all while keeping you and your family safe with their COVID-19 protocols. After trying Ski Butlers' service you will never want to stand in a crowded ski shop again. Ski Butlers South Lake delivers equipment rentals to South Lake Tahoe & Heavenly resort. - Delivery: We will deliver all your rentals directly to your accommodations. We bring extra boots for a guaranteed perfect fit. - Support: We will meet you to switch out any equipment you like throughout your rental period within 45 minutes of a phone call. - Pickup: On your final rental day, we will come to your accommodations to pick up all your rental equipment. You do not need to be present for pickup. - Safety: Team members will be wearing gloves at all times and will be disinfecting the shop, equipment and vans throughout each shift. Customers will have the option for no touch, socially distant fittings.
Reviewed By elena950 - Los Angeles, United States
To rent ski equipment never been so easy!! Ski Butlers brought everything we needed to our rooms where we were staying. They went above and beyond to make sure that boots and ski sizes were correct and everything was safe. They were very helpful, patient and knowledgeable! And they made the whole Tahoe skiing experience very smooth and enjoyable! Highly recommend this service to everyone who loves skiing!
2. Rock House Discount Ski & Snowboard Rentals
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Rock House Discount Ski & Snowboard Rentals has everything you'll need for skiing and snowboarding. Located at 1098 Ski Run Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe just 2 mins from Heavenly Ski Resort. They rent skis, boots, boards, helmets, pants, & jackets. They sell pants, helmets, goggles, gloves, socks, sunglasses, sunscreen etc. They have a full ski & board repair shop. You can get anything from a wax to a full race tune. This family owned business is fast and friendly with well maintained rental gear at discounted prices.
Reviewed By Gwen_Indy - Indianapolis, United States
This is my first time to Tahoe. After reading reviews I decided to try Rock House. I was nervous because I’ve had my own equipment for years but it just got too old. Last year I rented from a great place in Copper Mountain in CO. I was concerned if I’d get quality equipment. I am very happy with how easy it was to get the equipment and get out the door. Return was easy as well. I have no issues with the board or boots. I recommend this place, you’ll get good service and equipment. BONUS - it’s affordable!
3. Tahoe Donner
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 81 reviews
Former Olympian biathlete Glenn Jobe designed this cross-country resort to be serene and sociable. In the summer, it features an equestrian center with pony rides, wagon rides and trail rides.
Reviewed By dmed2013 - Los Altos, United States
Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area is our favorite. We try to go every winter. It has good rental equipment and a large variety of trails, from beginner to expert level. They also offer ski lessons.
4. Diamond Peak Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 287 reviews
Diamond Peak is a community-owned resort with breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe; miles of welcoming, uncrowded runs; easy access from the parking lot to the slopes; a dedicated Child Ski Center for the littlest skiers and snowboarders; and a great Ski & Ride Center for older skiers/riders. All of this and affordable lift ticket and season pass prices makes Diamond Peak Tahoe’s best value, year after year.
Reviewed By elaineb312 - Salem, United States
We had a great experience with two children ages 6 and 9 and one adult. All had never skied downhill before. Took lessons in the morning and skied the rest of the day for 3 days. Nice choice of slopes. Very well organized parking, check in, and equipment rental.
5. Squaw Valley Ropes Course
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
In 1998, this ski area began offering challenge courses to strengthen teamwork, confidence and trust for individuals, business groups and college students.
6. Alpine Meadows
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
Intermediate and advanced skiers and riders will most enjoy this resort, known for its especially long season.
Reviewed By Kaydfw888 - Dallas, United States
Beautiful ski area. Designed for the more advanced skier - lots of blues and black runs. Only 2-3 green runs. This is not a large resort - much smaller than neighboring Squaw Valley but really nice. We enjoyed our day here a lot. Great views of Lake Tahoe from the top of the Lakeview lift.
7. Granlibakken Ski and Sled Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
The area's oldest ski resort is a perfect choice for families with children and beginners looking to learn to ski or snowboard, in a low-pressure, intimate setting. Our ski rental shop offers ski, snowboard, x-country ski and snowshoe rentals. All sledding tickets must be purchased online, and include the use of a sledding saucer. Sledding sessions last 90 minutes, with 30 minutes between sessions to clear the hill. The time blocks are 8:30 am to 10:00 am, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm, 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm, and 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm. All sledding tickets must be purchased online. Kids under the age of 3 sled for free. Lodging guests receive 50% off of sledding and ski lift tickets. X-country and snowshoe trails lead off of the base of the ski hill to beautiful Paige Meadows.
Reviewed By Lovef1906 - San Jose, United States
My family and I were on vacation in Kings Beach and we went to Granlibakken for Ski lessons for the girls (5 & 8) and sledding. Granlibakken is relatively small with one ski run, 2 hills for sledding, and a snow play area. Since it was Covid times they were limiting the number of people so it was important to make reservations for any of the activities in advance. They do a great job with sending reminder e-mails in advance with everything you need to know. Also it is important to arrive at least 45 minutes to 1 hour early for lessons so that you can get fitted with all the necessary gear. The ski instructor for the girls (JB) was awesome. He was enthusiastic and kept the kids motivated to continue even when they got a little tired. By the end of the day, they were both proud of themselves for all they had accomplished. The ski lessons here were also MUCH less expensive than the surrounding ski resorts. The sledding was a blast for the family. There is a kiddie hill and a longer steeper hill. We ended up sledding for 2 days because we had so much fun. I highly recommend it as a great place for kids lessons and sledding.
8. The Gondola at Heavenly
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,336 reviews
Hop aboard an 8-passenger glass cabin and be whisked 2.4 miles up the side of a mountain for breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Riders can hop off at an observation deck, located half way up, for even more spectacular sights.
Reviewed By ginaa117 - Baltimore, United States
Don’t make the mistake of thinking this is just a ride up the mountain and back! There’s so much to do on this journey in the gondola. There’s a map by the area where you pay/enter. Go check it out to see all of what can be done. There are trails, cafes, restaurants, etc. up on the mountain. The ride itself up was great. Stop off at the observation deck which is about 2/3rds the way up. Get off and take some pics. There’s even a cafe there. When done exploring, jump back into the gondola and continue up to the top. There’s more trails, a restaurant, kids jungle gym, and even a roller coaster! Be warned as there was over an hour wait for the coaster (we didn’t pay extra for this & heard another family stating how long the wait was). We did do the extra 900ft up ski lift from the top where the gondola drops you off. Be sure to fill out your waiver even if only doing the gondola ride so that you can have the option of riding the ski lift as well to go to the very top(it’s free with the purchase of the gondola ride). This was a fabulous day activity and you can easily do this with kids. There were some things like the restaurants that were closed for Covid, but they still offered drinks, chips, prepackaged sandwiches, etc. We even saw people that brought their own lunches and sat at one of the picnic tables at the tippy top. This place is like its own town up on the mountain. They did a great job with cleaning things as well. People were spraying the picnic tables and they had clean/dirty signs on them, spraying down each gondola, etc. We didn’t encounter one employee that wasn’t friendly or that didn’t thank us for visiting!!! It’s is worth the money. Such friendly staff and just a great adventurous day full of great views.
9. Diamond Peak Ski & Snowboard School
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Professional instructors, low student to instructor ratio, gentle slopes, and a friendly environment provide an ideal place to learn how to ski or snowboard at Diamond Peak Ski Resort. Group lessons and private lessons are available for beginners, intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders. The Diamond Peak Child Ski Center offers group and private ski lessons and private snowboard lessons for children 4-6 years old. 3 year olds are accepted in private ski or snowboard lessons only. The Diamond Peak Ski & Snowboard School offers group and private ski and snowboard lessons for ages 7+.
Reviewed By nodsandbecks - Incline Village, United States
A wonderful family friendly ski spot. Great private, semi private and group lessons. Amazing views of the Lake!
10. Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By kevintX5567ZD - London, United Kingdom
We drove from San Jose to Tahoe Donner for a short ski trip. We throughly enjoyed it. The slopes were amazing and staff at the hire centre we very helpful and informative, knowledgeable and friendly. Great service
