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Overview

Donner Ski Ranch was first utilized for skiing in 1937 and is located high atop historic Donner Summit. The area's first rope tow was located at the base of the current lodge. Today, Donner has 400 skiable acres, 5 double and 1 triple chairlifts.

Inside Scoop

Mountain Sports School, rental/retail shop, cocktail lounge, and cafeteria. Telemark lessons available. Free ski/historic tours.

Plan Your Trip

Best Time for Snow

Average Snowfall

42"
26"
18"
9"
0.8"
28"
Dec
24"
Jan
32"
Feb
35"
Mar
0.8"
Apr
Beginners Runs
31%
Intermediate Runs
38%
Advanced Runs
21%
Expert Runs
10%
Runs in Total
52
Longest Run
1.5 mi
Skiable Terrain
505 ac
Snow Making
60 ac

Total Lifts: 8

Triple Chairs
1
Double Chairs
5
Surface Lifts
2

Elevation

Base
7031'
Summit
8012'
Vertical Drop
750'

Important Dates

December 23, 20232023/12/23
Projected Opening
May 12, 20242024/05/12
Projected Closing
170
Projected Days Open
163
Days Open Last Year
87
Years Open
400"
Average Snowfall
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