Donner Ski Ranch
About Donner Ski Ranch
A gritty, retro alternative to Tahoe's corporate resorts, beloved for its old-school atmosphere and rugged Sierra Nevada terrain.
Highlights
- Retro ski culture
- Steep granite chutes
- Laid-back local vibe
- Historic mountain pass
Key Facts
- Altitude: 2319m
- Ski lifts: 8
- Lakes nearby: 36
- MTB trails: 39.5km
- Mountain huts: 2
Ski Area
Included in these season passes
Weather and 10-day forecast for Donner Ski Ranch
- Today: 9 to 18 °C, clear sky, 12 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 4038 m (3920 to 4190 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 22 | 9 / 18 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| Wed, Sep 23 | 8 / 19 °C | overcast | dry | 5 h sun |
| Thu, Sep 24 | 6 / 20 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| Fri, Sep 25 | 4 / 17 °C | overcast | dry | 2 h sun |
| Sat, Sep 26 | 4 / 18 °C | clear sky | dry | 9 h sun |
| Sun, Sep 27 | 0 / 14 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| Mon, Sep 28 | -2 / 20 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| Tue, Sep 29 | 2 / 23 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| Wed, Sep 30 | 5 / 21 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| Thu, Oct 1 | 4 / 21 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
Things to do in Donner Ski Ranch
Hikes nearby — Donner Ski Ranch (15)
15 curated hiking trails around Donner Ski Ranch, sourced from OpenStreetMap and enriched with distance, elevation gain and difficulty.
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PCT - California Section K
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Dutch Flat Donner Lake Wagon Road
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Pacific Crest Trail
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Pacific Crest Trail
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Castle Peak Trail
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Warren Lake Trail
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Hidden Gem
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Pacific Crest Trail
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Warren Lake Trail
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Sidewinder
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Wild West
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East Mustang Sally
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East Perimeter Trail
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Commemorative Overland Emigrant Trail
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East Perimeter Trail
Mountain biking near Donner Ski Ranch
- Wendin Way Access Trail
- Razorback
- Donner Lake Rim Trail
- Aster
- Hole in the Ground
- Switchback
- Bogus Basin
- Emigrant Trail
Getting to Donner Ski Ranch
Door-to-door travel times as used by the MR. ALPS ranking.
- Nearest airport: Truckee Tahoe Airport (TKF), 17 km away, about 25 min by road
Where to stay in Donner Ski Ranch
145 places to stay for a night on 2026-09-25, from 107 EUR per night, median 113 EUR. Prices are direct with hotels and destinations, compared live on the Donner Ski Ranch page.