Press Release

Twin Bridges, Calif. (Nov. 27, 2024) — Sierra-at-Tahoe is kicking off the 2024-25 winter season this Friday, November 29, 2024. With recent snowfall and increased snowmaking efforts, the resort will start the season with limited beginner terrain accessed by Easy Rider Express and two magic carpets. Skiers and riders can also expect a selection of terrain park features along with returning signature food + beverage outlets and Opening Weekend celebrations to kick off winter starting at 8:30 AM.   

“We are thrilled to open this weekend,” says John Rice, General Manager, Sierra-at-Tahoe. “It’s been a few seasons since we’ve been able to open this early, and while our guests should anticipate early season conditions, we are excited to welcome them back to the mountain and kick off the holiday season outside.”   

Early Season Conditions 

Easy Rider Express will offer access to Broadway, two magic carpets, and a selection of terrain park features on Broadway. Low temperatures over the next few days will help preserve the current snowpack until the next system arrives.  

“We are excited to be able to open the resort on schedule and invite guests to get outside for some of their first turns of the season,” says Bryan Hickman, Director of Mountain Operations. “We will be keeping a close eye on the weather and plan to open more terrain as weather and conditions permit. In the meantime, skiers and riders should expect early season conditions and limited terrain.”   

Opening Day Festivities 

Opening Chair on Easy Rider Express will spin at 8:30 AM with opening day stickers and bagels from Tahoe Bagel Company for the first 100 guests in line. There will be live music on Friday with a DJ in the Plaza from 8:00 –12:00 PM and in The Sierra Pub starting at 1:00 PM. Live music will resume in the Pub on Saturday at 2:00 PM.  

Pricing and Products 

Sierra will offer discounted lift tickets for opening weekend with $80 adult lift tickets, $70 lift tickets for young adults and seniors, and $50 tickets for kids and super seniors. Kids 4 and under ride for free, but a ticket must be picked up in the pass office before riding the lifts. 

First time adult and child lessons are available, and guests are encouraged to reserve online in advance at https://www.sierraattahoe.com/lessons/.   

Opening weekend lift ticket prices: 

• Adults: $80 

• Young Adults & Seniors: $70 

• Kids (5-12) & Super Seniors: $50 

• Kids 4 and under: FREE (but a ticket must be picked up in the pass office before riding the lifts.) 

Early season is a great time to learn with 3PAK lesson packages starting at: 

• Adults: $130/day (includes rentals, lift ticket, and lesson) 

• Kids: $234/day (includes rentals, lift ticket, and lesson) 

For unlimited access all season, Season Passes are still available starting at: 

• Weekday Pass: $439 

• Play Pass: $589 

• Unlimited Pass: $729 

Ikon Passholders can visit https://www.sierraattahoe.com/ikon-pass/ for information on visiting Sierra-at-Tahoe. 

Parking Policies 

Sierra-at-Tahoe does not require parking reservations. Parking is based on mountain capacity and is on a first-come, first-serve basis.  

Preferred parking is also available daily for $35 or $269 for a Season parking pass offering priority parking access all season long. 

Please note, there are no EV car charging stations located at the resort. Charging stations are located at the General Store in Strawberry, and Holiday Market located in Meyers. 

Eateries  

Starting Friday, the following eateries will be open: Java Junction, Mama’s Kitchen, The Sierra Pub, Solstice Eatery and Grandbrew located in The Plaza. Please visit https://www.sierraattahoe.com/dining/ for the latest hours and operations. 

Operating Hours 

Starting Friday, the resort will operate the following hours: 

Friday November 29 – Sunday December 1, 2024: 8:30 – 4:00 p.m. 

Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
Saturday-Sunday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Holidays: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

About Sierra-at-Tahoe 

With 48 trails across 2,000 acres, Sierra-at-Tahoe has something for everyone. For first-timers, we offer dedicated Learning Terrain with welcoming vibes to carve your first turns at any age. To kick it up a notch, head over to the Sierra Playgrounds which feature 9 amphitheater style terrain parks and South Shore’s only halfpipe (conditions permitting). We also offer thrill seeker favorites, Avalanche Bowl + 5 backcountry gates in some of Tahoe’s steepest expert terrain, Huckleberry Canyon. Come experience the all-new Sierra-at-Tahoe, close to home, far from the same, and #DefinitelyDifferent. Learn more at sierraattahoe.com.    

Press Contact: 
Shelby Dunlap, Sierra-at-Tahoe   
530-543-3138   
sdunlap@sierraattahoe.com