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Dodge Ridge Ski Resort, California

Top Rated for
4.89 (9 Ratings)
Family Friendliness
4.44 (9 Ratings)
Overall Rating
4.44 (9 Ratings)
Groomed Runs
4.33 (9 Ratings)
Value for Money
4.33 (6 Ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.22 (9 Ratings)
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Overall Rating
4.44
From 9 Reviews
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Total Runs
6600
Bottom Elevation
8200
Top Elevation
862
Skiable Terrain
Updated October 2026
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Dodge Ridge in California is a family-owned resort known for its friendly atmosphere and diverse terrain. The resort offers a variety of trails for all levels, making it a great destination for families and skiers of varying abilities. Dodge Ridge is celebrated for its approachable size and lack of crowded slopes. The resort's snowmaking and grooming ensure good conditions throughout the season. Dodge Ridge's ski school is well-regarded, offering lessons for beginners to advanced skiers. The on-site lodge provides a warm environment with food and beverage options. Located near the Stanislaus National Forest, the resort offers a scenic backdrop and opportunities for other outdoor activities.

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Recent Reviews

This is my home resort and It is also my favrote bceause there is very few people and on is busy day the waits still aren't that long.(~5min) The grooming is also pretty good and there is a lot of wide groomers for carving.
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People were extremely friendly here. The teachers really took the time to help each and every student. Shoutout to Ms Carlos one of the ski teachers, she really helped me!
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Ive gone here a couple of times already it is great for all categories of snowboarders form beginners to advanced. The price was worth it and the rental were great. They had great options as well for dinning there were multiple on the resort. There were quite a few of quite ride as well great spot at the end of the day.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options

Dodge Ridge Resort Stats

Ski Terrain
71Total Runs
2 milesLongest Run
862 acresSkiable Terrain
Elevation
8200 feetTop
6600 feetBottom
1600 feetVertical Drop
Lifts
4Chairlifts
Lift Pass Costs
$849Season pass
$1291 day
Weather
249 inchesAverage annual snowfall

Dodge Ridge Travel Information

Airports
100min drive80KMsStockton Metropolitan (SCK)
90min drive70KMsModesto City-County (MOD)
140min drive110KMsMerced Regional (MCE)
Train Stations
120min drive134KMsMerced Station (Merced, CA)

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