Ski and Snowboard Guide
By Leigh Niles Reason, Senior Editor
We've got the lowdown on where to carve some turns, spend the night and shop for gear.
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Snow Summit
880 Summit Blvd., Big Bear Lake, CA
Modern facilities, rollicking cruisers and skier-snowboarder harmony set this resort apart from its rivals. -
Motel 6
42899 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA
The familiar sign promises economy, consistency and no surprises. -
Best Western
42200 Moonridge Rd, Big Bear Lake, CA
Budget hotel offers standard amenities and low rates to road-weary travelers.
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Bear Mountain Resort
43101 Goldmine Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA
High in the San Bernardinos, a sizable and accessible alpine playground beckons the suburban hordes.
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Mammoth Mountain
1 Minaret Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Small town bustles when temperatures drop, as skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts flock to this winter playground for fresh-fallen snow. -
June Mountain Ski Area
3819 Hwy 158, June Lake, CA
Beginner and intermediate skiers swoosh down the snow-covered slopes of Mammoth's sister mountain. -
Motel 6
3372 Main St, Mammoth Lakes, CA
The familiar sign promises economy, consistency and no surprises. -
Sierra Lodge
3540 Main St, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Nonsmoking rooms and a central downtown location are the draws at this small Mammoth inn. -
June Lake Motel & Cabins
2716 Hwy 158, June Lake, CA
Located in heart of June Lake village, friendly motel offers wide range of budget options including one- and two-bedroom cabins with kitchens. -
Mammoth Mountain Inn
1 Minaret Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Maximize ski time by staying at this family-friendly hotel at the base of the mountain. -
Mammoth Country Inn
75 Joaquin Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Fuel up with a gourmet meal before hitting the slopes at this cozy bed-and-breakfast. -
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Mammoth Lakes
3236 Main St (Ca Hwy 203), Mammoth Lakes, CA
For more than 50 years, this hotel's familiar green sign has signaled budget-friendly lodging for families and business travelers.
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Kirkwood
1501 Kirkwood Meadows Dr, Kirkwood, CA
Beginners are welcome, but this mountain is packed with thrills for the hard-core skier. -
Squaw Valley USA
1960 Squaw Valley Rd, Olympic Valley, CA
A world-class ski resort continues to build on its Olympic legacy since hosting the 1960 Winter Games. -
Mount Rose
22222 Mount Rose Hwy, Reno, NV
A down-tempo resort that boasts high altitude, dry snow and a city next door full of apres-ski opportunities. -
Sugar Bowl
629 Sugar Bowl Rd, Norden, CA
Receiving an average of 500 inches of snow per year, this resort has a reputation as being the snowiest in Tahoe. -
Sierra-at-Tahoe Snowsport Resort
1111 Sierra at Tahoe Rd, Twin Bridges, Tahoe, CA
This amazingly well-designed mountain offers exceptional terrain for all ability levels. -
Heavenly
3860 Saddle Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
A mega-resort where skiers take their chances on the black diamonds by day and the red diamonds by night. -
Marriott Hotels & Resorts
1001 Park Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Dependable digs boast consistent service and ample amenities. -
Boreal Ski Area
599 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
What you see from the freeway is mainly what you get: short, fall-line runs from the ridge. -
Travelodge
455 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
The Sleepy Bear mascot has come to symbolize reliability, comfort and convenience for travelers on a budget.
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Sport Chalet
2983 Michelson Dr, Irvine, CA
The sporting goods superstore that covers all the bases, from home gyms to team sports and paintball. -
Play It Again Sports
1016 N Tustin St, Orange, CA
Deals on new and used goods for all seasons and sports. -
REI
1411 Village Way, Santa Ana, CA
The Shangri-la of gear for those who spend their time rock-climbing, backpacking, cycling and finding other ways to conquer nature.
