Tahoe Donner Overview

Tahoe Donner

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You'll discover Tahoe Donner in the upper reaches of Truckee. It is five miles from Donner Lake and less than 20 miles from Lake Tahoe. You will find one quad chairlift, one double chairlift and one surface lift accessing 14 runs with over 120 skiable acres. Tahoe Donner Ski Area is committed to being "the best place for family fun and learning." Wide-open bowls, uncrowded slopes, great beginner terrain, excellent grooming, and a friendly, courteous staff await all. Sledding is open during weekends and holidays periods at the Snowplay Area located at the Trout Creek Recreation Center.

Elevation

Summit

7350 Ft.
Vertical Drop

600 Ft.
Base

6750 Ft.

Terrain

Beginner Runs

40%

Intermediate Runs

60%

Advanced Runs

Expert Runs

Longest Run

1.0

Skiable Terrain

120

Snow Making

N/A

Lifts

Total Number Of Lifts: 5
Gondolas & Trams: 0
High Speed Sixes: 0
High Speed Quads: 0
Quad Chairs: 1
Triple Chairs: 0
Double Chairs: 1
Surface Lifts: 3

Common Misspellings

Taho-Donner, Tahodonner, Tahoe-Donner, Tahoedonner

Contact Details

11509 Northwoods Blvd.

Truckee, 96161

Phone: (530) 587-9444x0

ski@tahoedonner.com

Important Dates

Projected Days Open: 144

Days Open Last Year: 150

Years Open: 41

Average Snowfall: 400

Tahoe Donner Reviews

by matthieu123 Jan 4, 2010
- Overall Rating 4.0
- Family Friendly 5.0
- All Mtn. Terrain 4.0
- Terrain Park 3.0
- Nightlife 1.0
Great for newbies

Pros: Easy runs, friendly staff, not many people
Cons: short runs
by mikecisco72 Dec 26, 2009
- Overall Rating 1.0
- Family Friendly 3.0
- All Mtn. Terrain 1.0
- Terrain Park 1.0
- Nightlife 1.0
You get what you paid for

Pros: none
Cons: Loucy instructors
by woodeye Dec 18, 2009
- Overall Rating 4.0
- Family Friendly 5.0
- All Mtn. Terrain 4.0
- Terrain Park 4.0
- Nightlife 2.0
The best place to learn

Pros: Very kid friendly and safe
Cons: No snow makers