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Lake Tahoe boasts one of the largest concentrations of ski resorts in the world
Skiing and snowboarding are a vital part of the Lake Tahoe experience. Just take a look around, and you will discover world class skiing and snowboarding resorts throughout the Lake Tahoe area. Tourists and locals alike flock to Lake Tahoe for skiing and snowboarding adventures, it's no wonder some of the finest winter athletes around call Lake Tahoe home. Among those who claim North Lake Tahoe their home are Olympic ski racer Julia Mancuso, and Olympic athletes Jonny Mosely and snowcross boarder Nate Holland. What, besides their zip codes, do they all have in common? They each started skiing and snowboarding at a young age. They progressed to the level of daring expertise that makes them famous skiers and snowboarders today, where hucking off cliffs and taking face shots is just another day on the job. Their lives are ultimate proof of the range of terrain North Lake Tahoe has to offer at each of its alpine skiing and snowboarding areas.
Located on the northern side of Lake Tahoe are the resorts of Squaw Valley & Northstar. Combine both by choosing an inter- changeable Liftpass valid at Squaw Valley, Northstar, Alpine Meadows, Kirkwood, Sierra and Heavenly.
The Resorts
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Squaw Valley
Squaw Valley has 4000 acres spread across six Sierra Peaks which offers some exceptionally challenging slopes with the centre area providing good intermediate terrain.
Off the slopes there are plenty of other activities to keep you occupied. Your Liftpass allows night skiing at Squaw Valley, or you can upgrade to an inter- changeable Liftpass valid at nearby Alpine Meadows, Kirkwood, Northstar, Sierra and Heavenly.
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| Resort Information |
Altitude of resort:
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1890 metres |
| Top elevation: |
2760 metres |
Largest vertical drop:
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870 metres
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Longest run:
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2.1 kilometres
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| Total trails: |
177
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| Number of lifts: |
33
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| Beginner: |
25% |
| Intermediate: |
45%
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| Advanced: |
30%
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| Snowboard: |
Yes |
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Northstar
Northstar is located 38 miles from Reno international airport, 6 miles from historic downtown Truckee and 6 miles from the North Shore of Lake Tahoe. Northstar Resort's 230 lodging units are situated at the base of the ski area, adjacent to the new Village at Northstar offering fine dining & shopping as well as a collection of cafes, restaurants and an ice skating rink.
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| Resort Information |
Altitude of Resort:
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1929 metres |
Top elevation:
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2624 metres |
Largest vertical drop:
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695 metres
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| Longest run: |
2.9 kilometres
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| Total trails: |
92
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Number of lifts:
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19
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Beginner:
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13%
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Intermediate:
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60%
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Advanced:
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27%
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Snowboard:
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Yes
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3 Star Accommodations
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Lift Passes/Ski School/Ski Hire
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