Northstar
California, USA
Tahoe's family resort: groomed cruisers, a village with an ice rink and upscale slopeside lodging.
Northstar California is Lake Tahoe's most family-friendly resort, known for its well-groomed cruisers, comprehensive snowmaking system, and upscale village atmosphere. The resort caters primarily to intermediate skiers with long, flowing runs and excellent learning terrain, plus a sophisticated base village that rivals any mountain destination.
Northstar at a glance
- Base elevation: 6,330 ft
- Summit elevation: 8,610 ft
- Vertical drop: 2,280 ft
- Skiable terrain: 3,170 acres
- 100 runs and 14 lifts
- Average annual snowfall: 350 inches
- Ski passes: Epic Pass
- Nearest major airport: RNO
On this page: the 16-day snow forecast, getting there from the airport, flights, hotels and lift tickets for Northstar.