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What is the best ski resort in Northern California for beginners and children?

rarobibyrd asked:

I would like to learn how to ski but I’m not sure which resort would be the best for me. I also have a young child (5 years) so I would want to stay somewhere where there are plenty of things for kids to do. I also am interested in resorts that provide child care for parents to enjoy the evenings alone. Do any of them have clubs or bars?

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5 Responses to 'What is the best ski resort in Northern California for beginners and children?'

Eric C - October 30th, 2009 at 8:50 am
Shasta is a nice quiet little resort. Good for beginners but not a full service place. there is no lodging at the resort and the town dies down quick at night.

If you are looking for easy one stop, everything in one place and money is no object Squaw Valley – Tahoe has it all – For a price. The village is huge for Tahoe and has restaurants and clubs galore. It’s a little yuppie and the prices are crazy – but it has it all. I’m not a big fan of the mountain thought.

Northstar at Tahoe is a mini Squaw and for beginners is the best family place for the buck. They are expanding the village and have a more more moderate terrain for beginners than Squaw. The accommodations are pricey but it is also full service – OK night life too.
SarahMarie - November 2nd, 2009 at 5:30 am
Heavenly, Tahoe
It’s were I learnt to ski. We stay at Lake Tahoe in the Embassy Suites. There’s a drive to the ski slopes but it’s worth it
As for your young child, first went there when i was about four! It’s really good, the ski school is brilliant for young beginners
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shannon w - November 2nd, 2009 at 1:52 pm
Heavenley [in tahoe] is great but very expensive. some other great resorts in tahoe are serria at tahoe and mt rose.
got_shots - November 2nd, 2009 at 2:33 pm
Heavenly is a nice family Mountain with great views.

Stay at Harveys..Sweet place to stay..
penguine's mom - November 2nd, 2009 at 9:04 pm
I assume you mean in Tahoe.

I would stay in Truckee. It’s an adorable little town with great restaurants and shops (a.k.a. nightlife).

When I learned to ski (age ~8) I went to Donner Ski Ranch. Nothing much for pros there, only bunny hills and beginner trails.