Skiing in El Dorado County

One of the coolest part of living is El Dorado County is that world-class skiing, thrilling backcountry snowmobiling, sleigh rides and snow play, is just miles away you can choose your winter adventure in El Dorado County. Whether you crave the steep and deep, perfect corduroy, or off-the-beaten path exploration, you'll find it here.

Snow has arrived just in time for the three-day weekend, so if you’re looking for the perfect way this Valentine’s and Presidents Day weekend, look no further than skiing in South Lake Tahoe. With the sun shining all weekend, what could be better than hitting the slopes? Read below for current snow conditions and to find the right South Lake Tahoe ski resort for you!

At the Sorensen's Resort, when the aspens in Hope Valley do their annual color dance in autumn it isn’t long before the temperatures really drop and the storms of winter line up and start blowing in. Sometime late in autumn the snow begins to fall and a stunning winter landscape starts to take over.

Hope Valley, 40 minutes south of Lake Tahoe, turns quiet, snowy white and very wintery. Alpine skiers head to Kirkwood. Nordic skiers quietly find their way to the floor of Hope Valley. It’s the perfect place to strap on cross country skis or snowshoes for an extraordinary winter escape.

Nestled among the pines above Echo Summit, just 13 miles from the crystal blue waters of South Lake Tahoe, Sierra-at-Tahoe has been a winter-time staple for those living and traveling along the Highway 50 corridor for generations. But what is it about the unassuming, privately operated mountain that keeps skiers and riders returning season after season, year after year? The Tahoe Basin alone boasts 14 different ski areas and yet the 2,000 acre resort continues to stand out as a place where locals and visitors alike choose to play. As temperatures begin to drop and the local resort begins to gear up for winter, the time is perfect to take a deeper look.

Explore the most popular cross country skiing trails in El Dorado National Forest with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you. Robbs Peak and Hut Trail is a 5.8 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Pollock Pines, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until October.

Heavenly Valley is definitely an appropriate name for such a beautiful mountain. The blue sapphire water of the lake splashes against the area’s most skiable terrain. Uh-huh! Heavenly ski resort is one of the most unique snow sports destinations you’ll find. With a higher elevation and the most skiable terrain in Tahoe, you have your pick of glades and trails to explore. Off the slopes it’s tough deciding which activities and après ski parties to attend.

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