Ranked 154th of 155 Ski resorts
Northstar California reviews & ratings
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Overview
Northstar California Resort in Lake Tahoe is a premier ski destination known for its upscale amenities and diverse terrain. The resort offers runs for all skill levels, with a focus on intermediate skiing and family-friendly experiences. Northstar's village features luxury lodging, dining, shopping, and an ice-skating rink. The resort's terrain parks are highly regarded, appealing to freestyle skiers and snowboarders. Northstar's commitment to customer service and high-quality grooming is evident throughout the resort. The on-site Ritz-Carlton hotel adds a touch of luxury to the skiing experience. Northstar California is perfect for those seeking a high-end ski vacation with a variety of activities.
Resort Stats
Ski Terrain
13Beginner Runs
60Intermediate Runs
27Advanced Runs
1.4 milesLongest Run
3170 acresSkiable Terrain
1500 hectaresSnow making
Elevation
8610 feetTop
6330 feetBottom
2280 feetVertical Drop
Lifts
2Gondolas / Cable Cars
9Chairlifts
Lift Pass Costs
$949Season pass
$14637 days
$2191 day
Weather
357 inchesAverage annual snowfall
Getting There
Northstar California Reviews & Ratings
Overall Rating: 3.3
Ranking: 154th of 155 resorts
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All Reviews
Patrick - intermediate skier
Apr, 29 - 2024
Northstar is my go to resort as Ive had the most experience there. Its great when youre starting out and has progressively challenging terrain but is pretty busy. It does have a very European ski village vibe but youre gonna pay a pretty penny due to it being in California
Darrell - advanced skier
Apr, 13 - 2024
Mountain terrain serves a wide variety for all skill levels. Good prices are a bit absurd for what you get, but Vail is expensive.
Mark - expert skier
Mar, 28 - 2024
Northstar is a strange mix of good terrain and well located lifts but several non-detachable chairs that whip around at the top and what should be a good village that is deserted with most storefronts empty
During the weeknitbsibquiet and slopes are very incrowded bit at weekend if there is powder it is packed.
If you have a car the town of Truckee is 20 minutes away and wonderful western town with true atmosphere
On mountain food is not great and very expensive
Enjoyed our time and if I could drive there would be great but wouldnt go there is flying in vs Palisades or Heavenly
Daniel - intermediate skier
Mar, 20 - 2024
This resort is good for intermediates. Unlike many other ski resorts, there is low wind exposure. This resort also provides beginners with a way to go down to the base. Note that there is significant runs for blues, including the beautiful East ridge. This is also a good resort if you have non-skier friends as it has fat tire biking.
Allan - advanced skier
Jan, 29 - 2024
Really awesome for certain things; id say its the place to be for terrain parks and very doable but still exciting tree runs!
The caveats are the lack of a big bowl or any sort of cornice/drops, as well as bottleneck lifts that when something goes wrong, you might be stuck without much skiing. If everything goes well, its a great place to be (but maybe a bit too great because it gets packed).
Peter - advanced skier
Jan, 19 - 2024
Great place with great easy skiing and lots of variety. Amazing accommodations overall with the Ritz Carlton right next door. Would definitely say the biggest flaws are the high prices to stay around there as well as a pretty packed mountain. If those arent an issue for you this is a great place to have a nice family-fun vacation.
Cardy - expert skier
Jan, 17 - 2024
This place is fine as far as terrain and facilities and seems like it would be amazing on a powder weekday, but the culture is terrible. Just rich manager types and tech bros as far as the eye can see
Mary - beginner snowboarder
Dec, 22 - 2023
Simply the best