Tahoe’s Snow Play Spots Are Calling Your Name This Winter

Adventure Mountain Lake Tahoe

• Location: 21200 U.S. 50, Echo Summit, South Lake Tahoe, CA
• Distance: 12 miles from South Lake Tahoe (20-minute drive)
• Hours: Open daily during the season (weather permitting). Check their website for updates.
• Parking: Paid parking; arrive early as spaces fill up fast.
• Activities: Sledding, tubing, snowshoeing, and snow play.
• Conveyor Carpet/Gondola: No conveyor carpet; walking uphill is required.

Adventure Mountain boasts groomed sledding hills and spacious play areas.

Bring your own sled or rent one on-site. Restrooms and a lodge with snacks ensure a comfortable day out.

Soda Springs Mountain Resort – Planet Kids

https://www.skisodasprings.com/

• Location: 10244 Soda Springs Rd, Soda Springs, CA
• Distance: 45 miles from North Lake Tahoe (50-minute drive)
• Hours: Open Friday through Sunday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
• Parking: Free parking available; weekends are busier.
• Activities: Tubing, snow play, snow carousel, beginner skiing.
• Conveyor Carpet/Gondola: Yes, conveyor carpets for tubing and skiing.

Planet Kids is a haven for children under 8, featuring unique activities like a snow carousel and designated tubing lanes.

Adults can supervise from nearby viewing areas.

Granlibakken Tahoe

https://www.facebook.com/Granlibakken/

• Location: 725 Granlibakken Rd, Tahoe City, CA
• Distance: 1 mile from Tahoe City (5-minute drive)
• Hours: Open daily, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
• Parking: Free on-site parking.
• Activities: Sledding, snowshoeing, beginner skiing.
• Conveyor Carpet/Gondola: No conveyor carpet; rope tow for ski hill.

Granlibakken provides a cozy atmosphere with a sledding hill, warming hut, and snacks.

Perfect for families looking for a relaxed snow play experience.

Tahoe Donner Snowplay

https://www.instagram.com/tahoedonnerassociation/

• Location: 12790 Northwoods Blvd, Truckee, CA
• Distance: 16 miles from North Lake Tahoe (25-minute drive)
• Hours: Weekends and holidays, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
• Parking: Free parking; limited spaces during busy days.
• Activities: Tubing, sledding, snow play.
• Conveyor Carpet/Gondola: Yes, conveyor carpet for tubing.

This family-friendly spot features a dedicated tubing hill, snowball fight areas, and plenty of space for building snowmen.

Tubes are included with admission.

Northstar California Resort – Overlook Zone

• Location: 5001 Northstar Dr, Truckee, CA
• Distance: 7 miles from Kings Beach (15-minute drive)
• Hours: Open daily, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
• Parking: Paid parking near the village or free shuttle-serviced lots.
• Activities: Tubing, ice skating, snowshoeing.
• Conveyor Carpet/Gondola: Yes, conveyor carpet for tubing.

Northstar offers groomed tubing lanes and a festive village nearby with dining and ice skating.

It’s an all-in-one destination for family fun.

Heavenly Mountain Resort – Tubing Hill

• Location: 4080 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
• Distance: Centrally located in South Lake Tahoe.
• Hours: Open daily during gondola operating hours.
• Parking: Paid parking at Heavenly Village garage.
• Activities: Tubing, snow play, gondola rides.
• Conveyor Carpet/Gondola: Yes, conveyor carpet and gondola access.

Combine scenic gondola rides with tubing fun at Heavenly’s tubing hill. Tickets are required for both activities, so plan ahead.

Hansen’s Resort

• Location: 1360 Ski Run Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
• Distance: 1.5 miles from Heavenly Village (5-minute drive)
• Hours: Open daily, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (weather permitting).
• Parking: Free parking on-site.
• Activities: Sledding and snow play.
• Conveyor Carpet/Gondola: No conveyor carpet.

Hansen’s Resort offers a quieter, family-friendly atmosphere with well-maintained sledding hills. Ideal for a relaxed day with little ones.

Tips for Snow Play Success

• Arrive Early: Beat the crowds and secure parking, especially on weekends.
• Dress Warmly: Wear waterproof layers and bring extra gloves and socks.
• Bring Essentials: Pack snacks, water, and a thermos of hot cocoa for breaks.
• Check Conditions: Weather can impact road conditions and operating hours.
• Reserve Ahead: Some locations require reservations during peak season.

No matter which spot you choose, Lake Tahoe’s snow play areas promise fun and memorable experiences for the whole family!