Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
About Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
A low-key, family-oriented enclave in the Sierras that prioritizes approachable terrain and a relaxed, community-first atmosphere.
Highlights
- Family-friendly slopes
- Laid-back atmosphere
- Beginner-focused terrain
- Private community feel
Key Facts
- Altitude: 2070m
- Top lift: 2219m
- Ski pistes: 8.6km
- Ski lifts: 5
- Lakes nearby: 27
- MTB trails: 96.3km
- Mountain huts: 2
Ski Area
Weather and 10-day forecast for Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
- Today: 8 to 21 °C, clear sky, 12 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 4284 m (4110 to 4460 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| mer. 23 sept. | 8 / 21 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| jeu. 24 sept. | 11 / 21 °C | overcast | dry | 1 h sun |
| ven. 25 sept. | 4 / 18 °C | overcast | dry | 3 h sun |
| sam. 26 sept. | 4 / 19 °C | overcast | dry | 3 h sun |
| dim. 27 sept. | -1 / 16 °C | clear sky | dry | 9 h sun |
| lun. 28 sept. | -2 / 15 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| mar. 29 sept. | 1 / 23 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| mer. 30 sept. | 5 / 22 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| jeu. 1 oct. | 6 / 22 °C | overcast | dry | 3 h sun |
| ven. 2 oct. | 5 / 23 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
Things to do in Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
Hikes nearby — Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area (20)
20+ curated hiking trails around Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area, sourced from OpenStreetMap and enriched with distance, elevation gain and difficulty.
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PCT - California Section K
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Wild West
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Donner Lake Rim Trail
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Donner Lake Rim Trail
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Hidden Gem
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Sidewinder
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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
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Pacific Crest Trail
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Dutch Flat Donner Lake Wagon Road
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Prosser Hill Motorcycle Loop
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Warren Lake Trail
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Donner Lake Rim Trail
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Prosser Hill Motorcycle Loop
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Pacific Crest Trail
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Commemorative Overland Emigrant Trail
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Castle Peak Trail
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Hole in the Ground
Mountain biking near Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
- Donner Lake Rim Trail
- True Grit
- Upper Mother Lode
- Hawk's Peak
- Wild West
- Lower Mother Lode
Getting to Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
Door-to-door travel times as used by the MR. ALPS ranking.
- Nearest airport: Truckee Tahoe Airport (TKF), 11 km away, about 24 min by road
Where to stay in Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
200 places to stay for a night on 2026-09-25, from 146 EUR per night, median 447 EUR. Prices are direct with hotels and destinations, compared live on the Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area page.