Sierra at Tahoe   The inspiring annual snowfall of 40 feet is ample for incredibly good coverage. Sierra at Tahoe has the biggest altitude difference among ski resorts in a 24 mile radius. This ski area has a vertical drop of 2,212 feet which is truly extraordinary. This ski area has an okay array of runs and an acceptable number of ski lifts. This ski mountain has a much lower than average part of tough ski runs and a much higher than average share of blue and green runs. Having     2,000 acres of skiing area you won't be without skiable territory. All 12 lifts at this ski mountain are fun to hitch a ride with. Getting your skiing muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature are wonderful incentives to come. With a grand total of 46 runs to ski on; it's a nice selection. This is a sizeable ski area featuring a medium altitude difference when you compare it to other ski resorts in the region. This ski hill has a glorious pick of ski slopes to fit all abilities; it won’t leave anyone bored. If you'll be living in a hotel, you're in luck, hotel rooms are on hand near the base area, but you'd better book ahead of going given that these hotel rooms fill up   rapidly. Nothing outdoes the California mountaintops in wintertime; they are something you can’t miss in the event that you're interested in snowboarding and skiing. The yearly snowfall is heavier than average at this ski resort. Snowboarding and skiing in this part of California is a good thing to do every day of the snow season. This is a glorious ski hill for everybody with scores of intermediate or beginner ski slopes. The snow blanketed mountaintops of the Northern Sierra Nevada is a sight worth seeing. The pretty loveliness of the California summits and all the good trails make the journey here worthwhile. The mountaintops of the Northern Sierra Nevada in wintertime are a pleasant snowboarding and skiing destination. You might be into skiing or snowboarding, or both, doesn't matter, in this general area, you'll come upon loads of ski hills. Sierra at Tahoe ski area management's own description          Hotels Near Sierra at Tahoe ski area, Northern Sierra Nevada, California Kirkwood Mountain Resort, Kirkwood 6.3 miles away Beach Retreat And Lodge At Tahoe, South Lake Tahoe 11.1 miles away Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge And Spa, South Lake Tahoe 11.2 miles away Howard Johnson South Lake Tahoe, South Lake Tahoe 11.3 miles away Budget Inn South Lake Tahoe, South Lake Tahoe 11.3 miles away Days Inn South Lake Tahoe, South Lake Tahoe 11.3 miles away Aston Lakeland Village, South Lake Tahoe 11.5 miles away Lake Tahoe Resort, South Lake Tahoe 11.7 miles away Heavenly Valley Lodge B And B, South Lake Tahoe 11.7 miles away Postmarc Hotel And Spa Suites, South Lake Tahoe 11.8 miles away Econo Lodge Heavenly Village Area, South Lake Tahoe 12.1 miles away Americana Village Suites, South Lake Tahoe 12.2 miles away Holiday Inn Express SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, South Lake Tahoe 12.4 miles away Secrets Inn Lake Tahoe, South Lake Tahoe 12.5 miles away Best Western Station House Inn, South Lake Tahoe 12.5 miles away * Distances listed are direct linear distances, actual travel distance may be different.   Trailmap Bigger Trailmap Pictures of Sierra at Tahoe ski area Bigger Picture Bigger Picture Bigger Picture Stats Detailed Stats Management Description Description of Sierra at Tahoe ski area submitted by ski area management. Contact Info Phone, Email, Address, GPS coordinates Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Sierra at Tahoe ski area.   Ski Areas Near Sierra at Tahoe ski area: Kirkwood, California , 6 miles away    2000 foot drop, 15 lifts, 65 runs    35% Expert & Adv.    50% Intermediate    15% Beginner Heavenly, California , 12 miles away    3500 foot drop, 31 lifts, 94 runs    35% Expert & Adv.    45% Intermediate    20% Beginner Homewood, California , 16 miles away    1650 foot drop, 8 lifts, 56 runs    35% Expert & Adv.    50% Intermediate    15% Beginner Bear Valley, California , 17 miles away    1900 foot drop, 11 lifts, 67 runs    35% Expert & Adv.    40% Intermediate    25% Beginner Granlibakken, California , 20 miles away    300 foot drop, 2 lifts, 1 runs    0% Expert & Adv.    75% Intermediate    25% Beginner Alpine Meadows, California , 22 miles away    1802 foot drop, 14 lifts, 100 runs    35% Expert & Adv.    40% Intermediate    25% Beginner Squaw Valley, California , 24 miles away    2850 foot drop, 33 lifts, 177 runs    30% Expert & Adv.    45% Intermediate    25% Beginner Northstar at Tahoe, California , 25 miles away    2280 foot drop, 17 lifts, 70 runs    25% Expert & Adv.    50% Intermediate    25% Beginner Diamond Peak, Nevada , 27 miles away    1840 foot drop, 6 lifts, 30 runs    36% Expert & Adv.    46% Intermediate    18% Beginner Mt. Rose, Nevada , 31 miles away    1800 foot drop, 8 lifts, 60 runs    50% Expert & Adv.    30% Intermediate    20% Beginner   Whitewater Near Sierra at Tahoe ski area: American River - South Fork, El Dorado County , 4 miles away, Class IV-V - 9.6 miles long (Strawberry to Kyburz) Silver Creek - South Fork, El Dorado County , 13 miles away, Class V+ - 2 miles long (Atherton Flat to Ice House Reservoir) American River - South Fork, El Dorado County , 15 miles away, Class III-V - 9.6 miles long (Kyburz to Riverton)   Trails Near Sierra at Tahoe ski area: Hawley Grade Trail, El Dorado , 4 miles away, 1.8 hiking miles, 920 feet elevation difference Windmiller Trail, El Dorado , 13 miles away, 2.9 hiking miles, 1011 feet elevation difference General Creek Trail, El Dorado , 14 miles away,  11.2 hiking miles, 1596 feet elevation difference   Golf Courses Near Sierra at Tahoe ski area: Tahoe Paradise Golf Course, South Lake Tahoe , 5 miles away Lake Tahoe Golf Course, South Lake Tahoe , 6 miles away Bijou Municipal Golf Course, South Lake Tahoe , 11 miles away