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*We held onto hope as long as we could but with a forecast calling for more mild and dry weather in the week ahead, we must delay the start of our winter season. This means we will not be open for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday weekend. We look forward to seeing you once we are able to spin the lifts, so stay tuned for updates. As soon as we know, we will let you know.

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The Sugar Bowl Hotel

Good news... we are reopening The Hotel at Sugar Bowl for the 2021/22 ski and snowboard season! Amenities such as Nob Hill Cafe, Belt Room Bar and Sporthaus Fitness Center and Spa will also be open.

The Hotel will accommodate guests on a Thursday-Sunday night schedule from December 10, 2021 through April 3, 2022, with seven-nights-a-week operations planned for December 16 through January 2 and February 17-27. However, we are currently only accepting bookings through January 2, 2022. The remainder of the season will be open for booking at a later date.

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Sugar Bowl introduces a new, “calendar-based lift ticket pricing”, offering discounts up to 50% off the ticket window rate on specific days this season. Click on the TICKETS tab to purchase lift tickets ONLY.

To add-on a Lesson OR Equipment Rental to a calendar-based lift ticket order, OR to purchase a discounted, combination Lift Ticket, Lesson and/or Equipment Rental Package, click on the LESSONS & RENTALS tab.

Unfortunately, purchases from each tab will require separate orders and payments. We apologize for this inconvenience we hope to solve in the coming months.

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Choose between a Sugar Bowl only season pass or a combo pass valid for Sugar Bowl & Royal Gorge.

Select Pass Type

Sugar Bowl and Royal Gorge offer several different pass types to fit how you like to enjoy the mountain. Whether you are looking to be on the mountain every day, or just weekdays we have a pass for you.

Tahoe's Best Value

Have a day on the slopes that your family can afford. At Sugar Bowl, we pride ourselves on offering a big mountain, with huge value. From the time you save driving, the money you save on tickets, rentals and lessons, plus the quality of the mountain terrain, it all adds up to an unmatched experience on the snow. Check out all of the terrific ways to save at Sugar Bowl during the holidays.

Kids Ski for $49 Any Day All Season

We’re making it easier and more affordable than ever for families to say “yes” to a day on the mountain at Sugar Bowl. Buy all-day lift tickets online at least two days ahead and pay just $49 for children's tickets (ages 5-12). The deals are sweet for the rest of the family too, with adult tickets starting at $61 when you buy online at least two days in advance.

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Rentals Priced Right

This season we purchased a brand-new fleet of K2 rental skis and have priced them at the same rate you could rent in your home town. Save yourself the trouble of packing skis into the minivan and rushing home to return your gear at the end of a long ski day, just to avoid late changes. Adult ski rentals at Sugar Bowl start at just $44 and children packages are only $39. Save even more when you reserve your rentals only at least two days in advance.

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Beginner Ski and Snowboard Lessons at Sugar Bowl Resort, Tahoe

$99 First Timer Packages

New to the sport? No problem! We have you covered with a $99 First Timer package. This package includes a limited lift ticket (limited to beginner lifts only but valid all day), rentals (ski or snowboard for the full-day) plus a half-day lesson. This deal is for ages 13+ but we also offer first-timer lessons for children ages 4-12.

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Sugar Bowl Lesson Options

Sugar Bowl offers a wide variety of lesson options for ages 4 and up. Lesson packages are built to include the lesson, rental equipment, and lift ticket. Group lessons can also be purchased à la carte if you have your own equipment and/or a season pass. For those seeking individual attention, private lessons are available.

Lesson Types:

Children Group Lessons (Ages 4-5)
Guaranteed class size of 3. All-day or half-day options. Due to limited availability, these lessons are not available for online bookings but reservations can be made over the phone (more info)

Children Group Lessons (Ages 6-12)
Guaranteed class size of 3. All-day or half-day options. Ski or Snowboard.

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Lessons Ages 4-5

Guaranteed class size of 3

We specialize in children's ski, provided by quality professional instructors, with additional focus on safety, fun and learning. Children's lessons are offered at both Judah and Village base areas. Sugar Bowl currently only offers ski lessons for ages 4-5.

All day lesson package starts at 9:45am and requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance. This package includes a full day lesson, rental equipment, full mountain lift ticket, and lunch. Sign-up for an Early Drop Off for only an additional $35 if you are looking to hit the slopes when the lifts start spinning at 9am.

Half day lesson packages are offered at 9:45am or 1:00pm and also requires reservations at least 24 hours in advance. This package includes a half-day lesson (2hr.), rental equipment, and full mountain lift ticket. Lunch is not included with half-day lesson packages.Guaranteed class size of 3 students per instructor.

To ensure availability of instructors prior to your arrival reservations are required. Lessons will sell-out most weekends and holidays.

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Lessons Ages 6-12

Our all day or half day group lessons are led by quality instructors to safely maximize the fun for any ability level looking to improve.

All day lesson package starts at 9:45am and requires a reservation at least 24 hours in advance. This package includes a full day lesson, rental equipment, full mountain lift ticket, and lunch. Sign-up for an Early Drop Off for only an additional $35 if you are looking to hit the slopes when the lifts start spinning at 9am.

Half day lesson package is offered at 9:45am or 1:00pm reservations highly recommended. This package includes a half day lesson, all day rental equipment, and full mountain lift ticket.

To ensure availability of instructors prior to your arrival reservations are required. Lessons will sell-out most weekends and holidays.

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First Timer Ski or Snowboard Package

Get coaching from the best instructors. Our team can take you from "never ever" to making turns on the slopes in no time.

Sign up for our lesson package and get a half day ski or snowboard lesson, full day lift ticket and all day equipment rental.

Ages 4-5 | $295

With a maximum class size of 3 participants per coach, we guarantee an intimate learning environment and close supervision in our children's group lessons for ages 4-5. Select a morning session (9:45 am to 12:00 pm) or afternoon session (1:00 pm to 3:15 pm).

Ages 6-12 | $225

For children ages 6-12 who want to learn how to ski or snowboard, select a morning session (9:45 am to 12:00 pm) or afternoon session (1:00 pm to 3:15 pm).

Ages 13+ | $225

It's never to late to learn! For our adult and teen lessons, select a morning session (10:00 am to 12:15 pm) or afternoon session (1:00 pm to 3:15 pm).

Please arrive at least one-hour prior to the lesson start time to get fitted with rental equipment.

Lessons should be booked online at least two (2) days in advance of the preferred lesson date. Inside of two days days, please call (530) 426-9000, option 3, to inquire about availability. Lessons will sell-out most weekends and holidays. View Cancellation Policy

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Adult Group Lesson Package | $225

Adult group lessons are offered to guests of all ability levels, ages 13 and older, who would like coaching from one of our professional instructors. Book the lesson-only or bundle the lesson in a convenient package with a lift ticket and rentals.

How to determine your ability level

Packages includes a half day group lesson, rental equipment and an all-mountain lift ticket.

Morning Half Day Lessons
10:00 am to 12:15 pm
All ability levels

Afternoon Half Day Lessons
1:00 pm to 3:15 pm
All ability levels

Guests renting equipment should arrive at least one-hour prior to the lesson start time.

Lessons should be booked online at least two (2) days in advance of the preferred lesson date. Inside of two days days, please call (530) 426-9000, option 3, to inquire about availability. Lessons will sell-out most weekends and holidays. View Cancellation Policy

A lesson-only option is also available for $175.

A lift access product (lift ticket or season pass) is required to participant in any lesson.

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Adult Private Lessons

Private Lessons provide intimate experiences that focus on the individual’s goals. Whether you are in the beginning or advanced stages of learning, let one of our top instructors take you to the next level! Up to 3 participants are included in the cost of a private lesson, so bring along some friends.

Reservations are highly recommended to ensure availability. Please book at least 24 hours in advance. Space does sell out on weekend and holiday periods. Download and submit the form below to reserve your private lesson.

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Hump Day Hump

February 6, 2019

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Judah Lodge

Sugar Bowl's Monthly Uphill Social is back for 2019! A $10 Registration Fee includes demos & clinics, a complimentary draft beer, and free Uphill Ticket! Registration begins at 3:00PM in the Judah Lodge. Live Music by Acoustic Duo Ike & Martin to follow! Thanks to Tahoe Mountain Sports, Alpenglow Sports, and Dynafit for providing touring demo gear. RSVP to our Facebook Event and invite your friends! See you up there!

Fantastic Conditions. Look No Further Than Sugar Bowl.

Conditions are fantastic heading into the Holidays, we’re open peak to peak and closing in on 100% open terrain. Off-piste or on-trial, groomers or hike-to stashes, Santa is serving it all this season ! Sugar Bowl is skiing great, and we hope you can enjoy some quality turns with your family and friends to round out 2018!

2016/2017 Season Extended into May

Sugar Bowl will be open Friday - Sunday only, until May 7th

Ski or ride into May this season thanks to 57" of snowfall year-to-date. Sugar Bowl will finish the season operating Friday, Saturday and Sunday from April 28 - 30 and again on May 5 - 7, with only the Village Portal lifts and services. Parking at the Gondola is encouraged. Please check sugarbowl.com for daily updates. Lift Tickets will be discounted: Adult- $88, Young Adult/Senior - $71, Child/Super Senior - $51 Lift Tickets and rentals are only available for purchase on-site, the day of your arrival. Ski & Board School will only be offering private lessons for $99. Reservations are encouraged and can be made by calling (530)426-6772.

	Fri - Sun, April 28 - 30	Fri - Sun, May 5 - 7
Scheduled Lifts:
Disney Express	9:00am - 4:00pm	9:00am - 4:00pm
Mt. Lincoln Express	9:00am - 4:00pm	9:00am - 4:00pm
Christmas Tree Express	9:00am - 4:00pm	9:00am - 4:00pm
Nob Hill	9:00am - 4:00pm	9:00am - 4:00pm
Village Gondola	7:00am - 7:00pm	7:00am - 7:00pm
Jerome Hill Express	*	*
Mt. Judah Express	-	-
White Pine	-	-

Village Portal:
Village Lodge	✔	✔
Gondola Parking	✔	✔
Tickets	✔	✔
Rentals	✔	✔
Ski & Board School	$99 Privates Only	$99 Privates Only
Sugar Bowl Ski & Sports	✔	✔
Belt Room Bar	10:00am - 6:00pm	10:00am - 6:00pm
Dining Room	Lunch Only	Lunch Only
Nob Hill Cafe	7:30am - 2:00pm	7:30am - 2:00pm
Village Espresso	8:00am - 2:00pm	8:00am - 2:00pm

Judah Portal:
Judah Lodge	-	-
Judah Parking	**	**
Tickets	-	-
Rentals	-	-
Ski & Board School	-	-
Sugar Bowl Ski & Sports
Judah Cafe	-	-
Sierra Vista Bar	-	-

	( ** ) May open if demand requires ( - ) Closed for the day.

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Post Season Uphill Travel is Closed

Mt. Judah Lower

Closed

Mt. Judah Upper

Closed

Mt. Lincoln

Closed

Mt. Disney

Closed

Uphill Travel hours are from 6am-7pm when open.

Last Updated: 12/02/2021 04:03 PM

Downhill Travel Terrain Areas

Mt. Judah Lower

Closed

Mt. Judah Upper

Closed

Mt. Lincoln

Closed

Mt. Disney

Closed

Crow's

Closed

Warning

SKI RESORT IS CLOSED.

Uphill travel is closed inside the Sugar Bowl Resort boundary.
Area is closed, not patrolled & snow safety mitigation is not performed.
Ski area is not maintained for public use.
Within the ski area boundary, man made objects, lift towers, snow roads and other hazards exist.
Avalanches may occur.
Palisades and surrounding area is closed to all activity.
Access Forest Service Land at your own risk.
Enter at your own risk.

At Sugar Bowl Resort we strive to deliver a safe and enjoyable resort experience, and we appreciate your attention and cooperation! For daily uphill status call (530) 426-6775.

Ski & Stay Special for Two

Stay slopeside, Midweek for as low as $299/night, plus get 2 lifts tickets per night stay!

Sugar Bowl is the closest resort to Sacramento and the Bay Area, and the historic Sugar Bowl Hotel is the closest lodging to the lifts. Enjoy slopeside lodging and two (2) Adult 1-day lift tickets per nights stayed, non-holiday, for as low as $299 per night, based on double-occupancy. In addition to uncrowded slopes and the most snow in Tahoe, get a cozy room and hotel amenities including a classic dining room, the inviting Belt Room Bar, and access to the Sporthaus spa & fitness center with outdoor lap pool, hot tubs and fitness equipment.

The Midweek Ski & Stay Package is valid Sunday – Tuesday nights for 1-night minimum stays from March 1-5. Includes lift tickets valid the consecutive day from Monday – Friday. Package subject to tax and additional restrictions may apply. Offer subject to availability, rooms may sell-out.

Ski & Stay package lift tickets may only be used between the arrival and departure dates of the reservation, are non-transferrable, not for resale, and may not be refunded or canceled for any reason.

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Ski and snowboard rentals at Sugar Bowl Resort

Ski & Snowboard Rentals

Renting ski/snowboard equipment at Sugar Bowl provides you with an easy and convenient way to enjoy a day on the slopes. Our expert team will expertly fit the equipment to ensure a comfortable and memorable day on the mountain.

Our basic ski package features skis from K2 with Dalbello boots, while the Performance Ski Package offers state-of-the-art models from Volkl with Dalbello boots. Snowboarders can select from a variety of sizes from Burton and K2.

This season, as part of our COVID-19 safety protocol, rentals must be purchased online, 3+ days in advance of your visit. There will be no opportunity for day-of, walk-up rentals.

During the online purchase process, you’ll be asked to select a rental fitting appointment time. There are limited appointments available in each time slot. If your preferred date/time is not available, check back. We will frequently adjust inventory.

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Lessons Ages 4-5

Guaranteed class size of 3

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All Day Package

$350

Lunch Included

Half Day Package

$250

Morning or Afternoon

Full Day Lesson Only

$350

Lunch Included

Half Day Lesson Only

$250

Morning or Afternoon

Early Drop Off

$35

9am Drop Off

Reservations for group lessons must be made by made online at least 2 days in advance. Reservations are encouraged as lessons will sell-out on weekends and holidays.

Lessons Ages 6-12

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All Day Package

$250

Lunch Included

Half Day Package

$170

Morning or Afternoon

Full Day Lesson Only

$220

Lunch Included

Half Day Lesson Only

$145

Morning or Afternoon

Early Drop Off

$35

9am Drop Off

Reservations for group lessons must be made by made online at least 2 days in advance. Reservations are encouraged as lessons will sell-out on weekends and holidays.

Now Offering Group Lessons

Our instructors are certified by the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) and have the highest level of teaching expertise. They are highly skilled in turning an enthusiastic first-timer into a lifelong skier or snowboarder. Instructors can also take advanced riders to the next level while exploring some of the best spots on the mountain that only locals know about. Everyone in the lesson can access the chairlifts faster by using the express line bypassing the general line.

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Private Lessons

Sugar Bowl’s private lessons provide great value and the best opportunity for progression success. They are also an ideal way for a family to learn together as a group. Our instructors are certified by the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) and have the highest level of teaching expertise.

This season, Private Lessons must be booked online, at least 2 days prior to your arrival. Secure your spot early, as most days will sell out.

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Sugar Bowl Intro to Skiing Lesson Program

Intro to Skiing | $75

Dip your toes in the water and see if skiing is the right sport for you. If you enjoy your lesson we can upgrade you to a longer session in the afternoon.

Includes a one-hour group lesson, plus an all-day equipment rental and beginner lift ticket. Lift ticket valid on White Pine and Flume Carpet for the full-day. Available for skiing only, ages 6+. This package is only available at the Judah Base Area.

Lesson Times | 10:00am, 11:00am or 1:00pm

To ensure availability of instructors prior to your arrival reservations are required. Lessons will sell-out most weekends and holidays.

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Purchase ahead of time and save!

Buy your tickets at least 2 days in advance and save up to 40% off the daily rate!

Save on single day or consecutive day lift tickets

Advanced Ticket Purchase: Cancellation Policy

All purchases are final and cannot be cancelled, refunded or transferred to another person.
Tickets may not be cancelled or transferred to another day for any reason including weather conditions or road conditions/closures.
All tickets and passes are subject to restrictions described in the product description and/or pickup instructions.
Your credit card will be charged for the amount shown, regardless of whether or not the purchased ticket(s) is/are used.
We do not guarantee driving conditions, snow conditions, weather conditions, open terrain or number of lifts operating.

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96 Hour Sale

Don't Let This Deal Slide By!
The sweet deals at Sugar Bowl are even sweeter during our 96 Hour Sale! From now until Friday, November 12 at 12:00pm (PST), save an extra 10% off lift tickets for any day from Opening Day through January 2nd, which are already deeply discounted*. Save on tickets for all ages, so grab affordable tickets for the entire family and head to the mountains for the holidays.

Don't let this deal slide by. The 96 Hour Sale ends at noon on Friday, November 12. Prices rise as sales increase, so buy now to get the best rate

*Lift tickets discounted as low as 40% off. During the 96 Hour Sale, an extra 10% off the lift ticket price will be added to your transaction. Discount does not apply to Trip Flex.

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Start Early or Stay Late

Two of you can ski or ride for FREE on Thursday or Monday, plus beat the weekend traffic with our Early Start Bonus or Stay Late Special. These limited-time offers are ideal if you want to extend the weekend, skip the traffic or combine some remote work with powder play!

Early Start Bonus

Book a two-night consecutive stay for Thursday & Friday nights and you can check-in any time after 8:00 am Thursday and get two free lift tickets to use that day. Arrive at your leisure, store your luggage in your slopeside room, then hit the slopes for a few hours... on us!

Stay Late Special

Book a two-night consecutive stay for Saturday & Sunday nights and get two free lift tickets to use on Monday. Sleep in, combine some remote work with a few laps... or ski all day (after all, the tickets are on us), then get cleaned-up before you check-out by 5:00 pm.

* Two-night minimum stay required: Thursday-Friday nights or Saturday-Sunday nights. Free lift tickets are only valid to use on the arrival Thursday for Thursday-Friday night stays, or the departure Monday for Saturday-Sunday night stays. Tickets are not valid to use on earlier/later dates and must be picked-up by a named guest for your reservation. No refunds or returns issued if tickets aren't used on the valid dates. Offer not available December 18, 2021 through January 3, 2022, January 15-17, 2022 and February 19-26, 2022. Package subject to tax and additional restrictions may apply.

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The Sugar Bowl Hotel

Advance Purchase Required

The Sugar Bowl Hotel

Advance Purchase Required

Now Hiring

Snowmaker's Notes

Wake Up Slopeside

Affordable Employee Housing

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Advanced Ticket Purchase: Cancellation Policy

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December Lift Ticket Special

Tahoe's Best Value

Sugar Bowl Lesson Options

Lesson Types:

Guaranteed class size of 3

Ages 4-5 | $295

Ages 6-12 | $225

Ages 13+ | $225

Fantastic Conditions. Look No Further Than Sugar Bowl.

2016/2017 Season Extended into May

Sugar Bowl will be open Friday - Sunday only, until May 7th

Post Season Uphill Travel is Closed

Stay slopeside, Midweek for as low as $299/night, plus get 2 lifts tickets per night stay!

Guaranteed class size of 3

Advanced Ticket Purchase: Cancellation Policy

Early Start Bonus

Stay Late Special

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