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Sugar Bowl
Sugar Bowl includes four peaks near the Donner Pass in the Sierra Nevada. The consistently excellent ski conditions and 102 trails for all levels make it popular with competitive skiers and families alike. Outdoor activities don’t stop after the snow melts, but with an average annual snowfall of 500 inches (13 meters), Sugar Bowl is the perfect winter wonderland.
This popular winter destination was named by the charismatic skiing champion Hannes Schroll, who was known to yodel during races and taught Walt Disney how to ski. He even convinced Disney to invest in a ski resort and named a peak after him. The Bavarian-style resort opened in 1939, and its gondola was added in the 1950s.
Start the day with a yoga session or massage at the Summit Spa to prepare your muscles for the slopes. Experienced skiers can tackle the Palisades, the mountain’s steepest run. Daredevils can head to the Backcountry, while beginners will enjoy the much gentler slopes serviced by the White Pine Lift and The Den learning center for children. Once you’ve done a few runs, head to Mt. Judah Lodge where the coffee is always fresh and the fire is always lit. The lodge’s sun deck with barbecue is open during weekends and holidays.
Another dining option is the cafeteria, grill and deck at the Mid-Mountain Lodge near the Mt. Lincoln chairlifts. This a good spot to watch all the action in the arena, especially on a race day. Come back here at the end of the day for drinks in the Palisades Bar.
Sugar Bowl is on the northern side of Lake Tahoe. Book accommodation at The Lodge or one of the Donner Summit lodgings in Norden. Some inns near Interstate 80 also have easy access to the resort.
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Best Lodging Options Near Sugar Bowl
Full Sugar Bowl Views From Schull Lodge at Sugar Bowl Gondola
Norden, CASituated in a rural location, this historic lodge is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Sugar Bowl and within 6 mi (10 km) of Donner Lake and Boreal Mountain Resort. Royal Gorge Cross Country Ski Resort and Donner Memorial State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Spacious Cabin Nestled on the West End of Donner Lake Great Location to Relax!
Truckee, CALocated in Donner Lake Woods, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Donner Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sugar Bowl and Donner Memorial State Park. Emigrant Trail Museum and Frog Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).
3BR 2 5BA Lake Chalet by RedAwning
16494 Fawn St, Truckee, CALocated in Donner Lake Woods, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Donner Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sugar Bowl and Donner Memorial State Park. Emigrant Trail Museum and Frog Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).
PaPaa's Place by RedAwning
10211 Washoe Rd, Truckee, CALocated in Donner Lake Woods, this cabin is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Donner Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sugar Bowl and Donner Memorial State Park. Emigrant Trail Museum and Frog Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Donner Lake Vacation Lodge
Truckee, CALocated in Donner Lake Woods, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Donner Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sugar Bowl and Donner Memorial State Park. Boreal Mountain Resort and Emigrant Trail Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Cute Donner Lake Cottage Pet-friendly By Lake
Truckee, CALocated in Donner Lake Woods, this historic vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Donner Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sugar Bowl and Donner Memorial State Park. Boreal Mountain Resort and Emigrant Trail Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Alpine Haven: Spacious West End Donner Lake ! 3 Bedroom Home
15591 Conifer Dr, Truckee, CASituated in Truckee, this golf condo building is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Donner Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sugar Bowl and Donner Memorial State Park. Emigrant Trail Museum and Frog Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Modern Truckee Family House - Walk to Donner Lake!
Truckee, CALocated in Donner Lake Woods, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Donner Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sugar Bowl and Boreal Mountain Resort. Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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