I skied Sugar Bowl last week for the first time in a few years because it is an independent area not on one of the two big passes. We skied midweek and it is an awesome resort. Being independent, lift lines were non-existent allowing me to get in 26 runs, covering 22 miles, and over 21,500 of vertical. There are 3 different peaks and a huge variety of advanced and intermediate runs, and some steep expert runs. Its the closest resort to the S.F. Bay Area making it great for day trips. If you know someone who will share a buddy pass, lift tickets are quite reasonable. I love this Resort.

Wonderful family resort. Very European like feel. Good skill level runs. Well marked trails. Good chili dogs

Sugar Bowl Resort, although small, is a great place to ski for all levels. From beginners making their first turns to experts seeking a challenge, Sugar Bowl truly has it all! As someone from the Bay Area of California, Sugar Bowl is the perfect resort because of its convenience, and conditions. Being one the first resorts you will come across when heading to Tahoe, Sugar Bowl is easily assessable. Despite only having a handful of lifts, the resort is ideal for someone looking to go on a short trip if coming from Northern California. Additionally, Sugar Bowl recieves some of the highest levels of snowfall in Tahoe due to its exordinary high base elevation. Lastly, Sugar Bowl is never very crowded in comparison to many other Tahoe ski resorts, making it easy to get in a ton of runs in a single day. Although Sugar Bowl has many upsides, there are a few downsides to keep in mind. First, Sugar Bowl is not very big. With only 9 lifts, it could feel significantly smaller than some other resorts in Tahoe such as Palisades. Second, the food options are pretty limited. The resort only has two main spots for eating and neither one is that big. Overall, I give Sugar Bowl a 4/5 star honest rating and despite its downsides, it is never a bad day skiing at Sugar Bowl!