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Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, Upgrades Historic Village Gondola for 2026-27 Season

California’s Sugar Bowl Resort announced plans to invest $100 million into the mountain in a multi-year master plan. The master plan includes a major modernization of the resort’s historic Village Gondola system and upgrades to key base-area facilities. Central to the project is a new eight-passenger gondola designed to replace the existing four-person system and increase uphill capacity from about […]
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From Barren to Blanketed: The Sierra Nevada’s Dramatic Transformation

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In about seven days, and with an incredible weather system, the California Sierra Nevada mountain range shifted from parched, brown slopes to a brilliant horizon-to-horizon white. The satellite imagery from NASA and the European Space Agency has captured this staggering change, offering a view of the dramatic shift from space.  As the 2025 winter began, and due to a less-than-stellar […]
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Killington to Breckenridge: America’s Best Ski Counties Compared

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There are countless great skiing and snowboarding locations across the United States. Some counties, however, pull far above their weight when it comes to quality and quantity of snow, elevation, access to great inbounds and backcountry terrain, vibrant après scene, accessibility from major airports, and of course number of ski resorts. From coast to coast, we’ve compiled a list using […]
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Best Ski Towns in North America to Visit if You’re Not Skiing or Snowboarding

Ski towns across North America offer a large variety of activities off the slopes. From fine dining and nightlife to spas, festivals, and art galleries, and everything in between, both the U.S. and Canada’s ski towns offer a little something for everyone. Some towns, however, pull well above their weight in off-slope activities year-round. From coast to coast, the continent […]
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Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, Launches $100 Million Improvement Plan, Largest in Resort’s History

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Sugar Bowl Resort, one of California’s oldest ski areas, has launched a $100 million infrastructure upgrade, the largest investment in its 86-year history, according to an announcement by the resort this week. The improvements include a complete renovation of the Village Lodge, replacement of the resort’s original gondola, a reimagined day lodge experience, and expanded culinary offerings—all part of a […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: Over 12 inches of Snow For California This Week

SUMMARY: A series of moderate storms will usher in a welcomed return of winter weather this week, bringing multiple rounds of snowfall and much cooler temperatures to the Sierra. Two main waves will impact ski areas across California, the first moving through from late Saturday night into Monday, and the second arriving midweek from late Tuesday through Thursday. Snow levels […]
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Tahoe’s Best Kept Secret: Pacific Crest Snowcats Deliver Exceptional Backcountry Skiing Away From the Crowds

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Nestled between California’s Palisades Tahoe and Sugar Bowl, Pacific Crest Snowcats (PCS) has offered guests deep powder experiences for 24 years. Related: 9 Ski Resorts That Offer Adjacent Cat Skiing in the U.S. Its tenure encompasses over 4,000 acres of terrain, ranging from gentle glades to expansive bowls and a wealth of classic Tahoe steeps. Imagine Palisades or Sugar Bowl […]
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Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, Unveils ‘Sugar Bowl Parks | CA’ – Helping Youth Athletes Excel in Freestyle Skiing & Snowboarding

For over 85 years, Sugar Bowl Resort, California, has been a destination for top-tier snowsports athletes. This legacy continues with the launch of ‘Sugar Bowl Parks | CA,’ a fully reimagined park experience designed to deliver world-class athlete training for freestyle skiers and snowboarders. Sugar Bowl Parks offers a seamless progression, from junior development to elite-level performance, providing the foundation […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: SNOW Possible in California in August for the First Time in 20+ Years

Snow expected across the higher peaks of the Sierra’s. Source: maps.weatherbell.com California August snow is rare enough to make this forecast stand out, even if accumulations stay confined to the highest Sierra terrain. The main story is the strength of the late-summer cold front and how quickly temperatures fall above 9,000 feet. For hikers, climbers, and anyone traveling high passes, […]
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Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, Celebrates Culture & Diversity with “Open to Shred”

Sugar Bowl Resort, at Norden, California, and Elsa McAllister, Sugar Bowl Academy Freerider, are launching a grand event called “Open to Shred” on March 16, 2024. Open to Shred is a celebration of skiing, honoring diversity, inclusivity, and community on the slopes of Sugar Bowl Resort. Want to feel part of something special? This is your chance. Never skied before? […]
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