There are 14 Alpine resorts in the Lake Tahoe region, which includes California and Nevada. With so many to choose from, you're certain to find at least one that's perfect for your needs.

Sierra-at-Tahoe often is overlooked by destination skiers to the South Shore. What a shame. Sierra-at-Tahoe has more than 2,000 vertical feet and 2,000 acres, and the tree skiing is some of the best in the country. Roughly 1,500 of the 2,000 acres are in the trees, old growth fir trees that, as one local put it, seem "strategically placed."

Just 12 miles south (about 30 minutes), this fun, big resort has an intimate feel. The resort has opted to invest its money into on-mountain upgrades; consequently you won't find any lodging or even a mountain village at its base. You will find a compact base area that's easy to get around, fabulous terrain, an efficient lift network, and great customer service, thank you very much.

Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Resort Facts:

Summit elevation: 8,852 feet
Vertical drop: 2,212 feet
Base elevation: 6,640 feet

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Address: 1111 Sierra-at-Tahoe Rd., Twin Bridges, CA 95735
Area code: 530
Ski area phone: 659-7453
Snow report: 659-7475
Toll-free reservations: (800) 288-2463
Fax: 659-7749
E-mail: sierra@boothcreek.com
Internet: www.SierraAtTahoe.com

Number of lifts: 12—3 high-speed quads, 1 triple, 5 doubles, 2 moving carpets, 1 tubing tow
Snowmaking: 10 percent
Skiable acreage: 2,000 acres
Uphill capacity: 14,921 per hour
Parks & pipes: 5 parks, 2 pipes
Bed Base: 22,000 in S. Lake Tahoe
Nearest lodging: About 12 miles away
Resort child care: Yes, 18 months and older
Adult ticket, per day: $65 (07/87 prices)

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Toll-free reservations:
(800) 288-2463
Internet: www.bluelaketahoe.com

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