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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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Martin Kuprianowicz | June 19, 2025
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Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Sugar Bowl, CA—More Snow and Fewer People

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Throughout my childhood in Berkeley, California, I only found it easy to wake up early for the 5:30 a.m. alarm that would sometimes come on weekends. A 5:30 a.m. alarm meant we could be out of the house by 6:00 a.m., in Sacramento, California, by 7 a.m., seeing the first snow by 8 a.m., and parked in the Judah lot […]

Oliver Van Dusen | November 19, 2024
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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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Avatar photo Press Release | November 5, 2024
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Wildfire Starts Near Sugar Bowl Resort, CA

A forest fire broke out at four p.m. on July 7 near Sugar Bowl ski resort in California. The fire was dubbed “the Royal Fire” and it is located west of Soda Springs near Truckee, California. Related Article: Vista Fire Forces Evacuation of Mt. Baldy Ski Resort, CA, and Hiking Trails The fire spans just over 200 acres and is burning […]

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Leander Walchshöfer | July 9, 2024
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Sugar Bowl, CA, Report: Slarvey in the Sunshine

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Report from Sunday, March 17, 2024 High tide spring skiing at Sugar Bowl, California, there’s nothing like it. We started our day with coffee by the river while we let things thaw out, then headed up the pass to get the day started. After a few scouting laps we found some fun stuff on the east facing terrain off of […]

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Zach Armstrong | March 27, 2024
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Top 9 Snowiest Ski Resorts in North America [Updated 2024]

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All data was pulled from each resort’s website as of March 2024. It’s no secret that the West is the snowiest region in North America.  Cold fronts come down from the Gulf of Alaska, hit our North-South oriented mountain ranges, and orographic lifting does the rest.  There are 10 ski resorts in the west that average over 500” of snow. […]

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Liam Abbott | March 25, 2024
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Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, Announces Season Extension, Discounted Spring Lift Access

With persistent mid-winter conditions and a deep snowpack of nearly 15 feet at its summit, Sugar Bowl Resort, California, announced today that its ski season has been extended by three weeks. The resort will spin its lifts until April 28, 2024 and offer discounted lift access with the launch of its Spring Pass, and reduced daily lift tickets for both […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | March 9, 2024
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Mike Jankowski Named Executive Director of Sport at Sugar Bowl Resort, CA

Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, announced today that Mike Jankowski has been named as its new Executive Director of Sport. An elite performance professional with 20 years of Olympic sport organization experience, Jankowski has coached U.S. Olympic Ski and Snowboard teams since 2003. In his new role, he will lead Sugar Bowl’s ski and snowboard school, high-level sport education, Nordic, events, […]

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Julia Schneemann | August 16, 2023
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[VIDEO] Sacramento Kings’ Mascot ‘Slamson’ the Lion Enjoys Spring Skiing at Sugar Bowl, CA

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The Sacramento Kings’ mascot ‘Slamson’ got out on the slopes last weekend for some spring skiing at Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, near Lake Tahoe. The resort hosted their annual season ending party, the Sugar Bowl Tiki Pond Skim that included costumed skiers and riders attempting to cross the pond between the Disney and Nob Hill chairlifts near the Village Lodge […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | April 24, 2023
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Sugar Bowl Resort and Royal Gorge Cross Country, CA, Extend Ski Season. Again.

After receiving 768” of snow so far, the Tahoe area resort will offer an “Encore Weekend” on April 29 & 30 After receiving 64 feet of snow so far this season, Sugar Bowl Resort announced today it will again extend its winter season, offering an additional “Encore Weekend” on April 29 & 30, 2023. The resort on Donner Summit plans […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | April 6, 2023
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Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, Launches 23/24 Season Passes With New Deals

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Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, is kicking off its 23/24 season pass sales with deals for new and returning passholders. Beginning March 10, 2023, current passholders will have two weeks to renew their pass before pass sales are opened to the general public. During that period, renewals will be guaranteed a pass to purchase. On March 24, 2023, new passholders will […]

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Julia Schneemann | March 13, 2023
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It’s Officially Tahoe’s Snowiest October Through February Period Since 1970

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The Lake Tahoe region is in the midst of a season that has been nothing short of historic. The area has seen more snow from October-February then any season since 1970, and there are no signs of mother nature slowing down. With massive storms rolling through during December and January combined with a blizzard that rivals some of the largest in […]

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Matt Scribner | March 3, 2023
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Sugar Bowl, CA, Extends Season After Receiving 32FT Of Snow

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Having received 390 inches of snow so far this season – 154 inches fell in January alone – Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, announced today it will extend its operations through April 23, 2023. The popular resort on Donner Summit plans to be open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. through the end of the season, giving skiers and riders more […]

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Julia Schneemann | February 23, 2023
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2 Skiers Rescued After Becoming Lost and Exiting Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, Boundaries

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Sugar Bowl Resort is located in California, Northwest of Lake Tahoe. On Sunday, February 5th, a couple in their early 50s became lost and accidentally left the ski area’s boundary. Harsh weather conditions decreased visibility, causing the two skiers to become disoriented as they made their way toward Crow’s Nest from the Disney Express lift. The couple continued skiing down […]

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Luke Guilford | February 17, 2023
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Top 5 Powder Stashes at Sugar Bowl Resort, CA

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Brought to you by Sugar Bowl Resort Sugar Bowl Resort sits atop Donner Summit, CA, and is notorious for its deep snowpack and scenic vistas. It is also home to some of my favorite powder stashes of all time. The resort consists of four peaks, each with its own unique zones. A powder day at Sugar Bowl means touring the resort […]

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Katy Shipley | March 29, 2022
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Have a Fling at Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, This Spring With the Spring Fling 3 Pack

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Brought to you by Sugar Bowl Resort Getting fed up with your current committed mountain relationship? Perhaps you’re tired of waiting in long lift lines, getting stuck in traffic, and riding down crowded runs… We heard you! Have a fling at Sugar Bowl Resort, CA, this spring with the Spring Fling 3 Pack. Come out to soak up some sunny days […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | February 22, 2022
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9 Incredible Sierra Nevada, California Snow Records:

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The Sierra Nevada is no stranger to big snowstorms. As far back as the November 1846, The Donner Party learned this the hard way with a 5-foot overnight snowstorm. Since snowfall record keeping began in 1879, there have been some incredible snowstorms in the Sierra Nevada of California. The Sierras still get huge amounts of snow with Sugar Bowl ski resort leading the charge with 500″ of snow per year. This isn’t surprising as Sugar Bowl is located on Donner Pass, where many of the records below took place. […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | December 28, 2021
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4th Tahoe Resort Postpones Opening Day Due to Warm Temperatures and Lack of Snow

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A fourth Tahoe ski resort has announced that opening day will be delayed due to warm weather and lack of snow. Sugar Bowl Resort announced Monday that they will not be opening as planned this Friday. Related: These 23 Resorts Have All Postponed Opening Day Due to Lack of Snow The resort follows Palisades Tahoe, Northstar, and Heavenly in postponing opening […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | November 24, 2021
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Sugar Bowl Resort, CA Releases 2021/22 Operating Plans

California’s Sugar Bowl Resort just released its winter ‘21-22 operating plans, with limited season pass sales starting NOW. Here’s what to expect: Opening day is scheduled for Friday, November 26. Masks will be encouraged indoors—no impact on outdoor activities. Mandatory vaccination will be required for all staff members but not for guests. There will be a limited number of lift […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | October 7, 2021
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Sugar Bowl Resort, CA Launches Contest to Find its Next ‘Head Designer’

Draw. Paint. Sketch. Illustrate. Crayons. Chalk. Stencil. Pencil. Digital art. Whatever the method, creatives of all experience levels ages 13+ are invited to submit their best original design for next season’s Sugar Bowl X Coal Headwear pass holder beanie. The goal? Win over the judges, become the fan-favorite, turn your custom artwork into an exclusive beanie design and win an […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | April 8, 2021
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