Spring In Truckee-Tahoe

It’s Springtime and Easter Time in Truckee-Tahoe

Tomorrow is the first day of Spring in Truckee-Tahoe – and we couldn’t be happier! With the temperatures rising, skies and roads clearing, it’s time to get out to enjoy springtime in the Sierra. And yes, this year, bring your snowshoes and skis!

There’s a reason Truckee-Tahoe is known as the “Spring Skiing Capital of America” – sun and of course – snow. Fortunately, there are plenty of days ahead to take advantage of one of the snowiest years on record.

And, with Easter around the corner there are ‘must-not-miss’ events including the celebration of Northstar’s 50th Anniversary! See all the details below!

As the snow gives way to warmer temperatures, we welcome the opportunity to show you exceptional new lots and listings for sale that are perfect for those family vacations and year-round escapes. See our Featured Listings now and then contact Alison for a personal tour. We have a plethora of inventory releasing in the May to June timeframe, weather dependent! Let us know what you are looking for – we’re here to assist you!

Northstar California 50th Anniversary
What an “EPIC” History
April 8 – 9, 2023

Northstar is celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2023, so come on up and enjoy the fun! But first, a little recap of the resort’s long and prestigious history.

What started as a former lumber site owned by the Douglas Lumber Company of Truckee, the Northstar land was purchased by Fibreboard in 1967. The acreage at the time was called Timber Farm yet was rebranded as Northstar-at-Tahoe when the ski resort opened with five chair lifts in December 1972. Its ‘family-friendly’ slopes were initially designed by Luggi Foeger, an icon in the ski business (among many other talents) who designed several of the resorts around Lake Tahoe. The resort changed owners over the past few decades and is now owned and operated by Vail Resort and considered an international destination year ‘round!

And now, the party! On Easter weekend, April 8 – 9, 2023, our friends at Northstar invite you to join them for a “groovy spring weekend!” Their website notes that you should turn back time with them and dress the part in your retro ski duds. They have planned two days of festivities, highlighted by their Pond Skim and Rail Jam. Registration is onsite both days, and they are promising “the warmest pool weather possible.” Spring in Truckee-Tahoe is one that is not to be missed.

Easter Weekend at Sugar Bowl

(Photo courtesy of Sugar Bowl)
Leave it Mother Nature to turn their event calendar upside down! Although the recent snowfall has postponed events, several have been rescheduled for a fun-filled Easter weekend at Sugar Bowl. Registration is required for participants, so check the links before you go.

Tahoe Sugar Bowl Uphiller
Sugar Bowl Resort
April 1, 2023

Calling all ski tourers and split boarders– rack up as many human-powered laps to the top of Lincoln as you can in a day, all without the help of a chairlift. You can skin for the win or just skin for fun; all uphillers are welcome at this event where costumes are recommended!

Banked Slalom
April 8, 2023
The mountain team creates the course for Banked Slalom just once a year, and their time is worth every turn. The curvy and creative course weaves down and around River Run Gully off the Judah Express Lift. After the race, be sure to stick around for the festivities on the Judah Deck.

Easter Keg and Golden Egg Hunt
April 9, 2023
On Sunday, bring your friends and family to Sugar Bowl’s annual er Keg & Golden Egg Hunt. You could win a season pass or a free keg! For the adults-only challenge, find the Easter Keg stashed somewhere on the slopes (don’t worry, it’s empty!), and they will trade you for a gift card, valid for a real keg.

There will also be a family-friendly Golden Egg Hunt. Find it and win a FREE 2023/24 Unrestricted Season Pass!

Sign up to receive clues by text message:
– Send a text to 855-835-5599
– With the word “KEG” for the Easter Keg clues
– Or “GOLD” for Golden Egg clues.

More Events on the Slopes and Off
Spring in Truckee-Tahoe

(Photo courtesy of Northstar California)
As the resorts continue to dig out and plan more events for springtime fun, continue to monitor their activities through the social accounts and website noted below. Get out and enjoy spring in Truckee-Tahoe.

• Northstar Operations Team Twitter for real-time updates on mountain operations, traffic, and special events.
• Download the Epic Mix App and check the alerts to get the latest real-time updates on the mountain.
• Download the Palisades Tahoe App for real-time mountain information, live parking lot status, and more.
• Palisades Tahoe Mtn Ops Twitter for lift, trail, and snow updates from operations teams at Palisades Tahoe.
• Sugar Bowl Resort Twitter for daily operation updates, including lift status, parking updates & more.

For more information on Truckee-Tahoe resort social links and other essential information, see the Visit Truckee Tahoe website.