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Truckee and Tahoe City: Under-appreciated Ski Towns?
by Eric WagnonThe northern half of the Lake Tahoe area offers a wide range of choices for skiing and boarding with 11 resorts of at least 120 skiable acres. The California towns of Truckee and Tahoe City make logical home bases to… Read More →
20 Best Single-Day Deals on Liftopia.com Right Now
by Amanda NatividadYou’ve seen the snow reports. You might even have your gear prepped for your first day on the slopes. With many ski areas opening within the past couple weeks, you’re just about ready to rock. If you’re a deal-seeker, thrill-seeker,… Read More →
Meet the Four-Legged Heroes of The Slopes
by Erika WigginsWhen seconds count, these noses are your best chance for survival…and they are cute as heck! As more people venture into side and backcountry terrain on skis, snowboards and snowmobiles, the chances of encountering an avalanche rise. Additionally, while more… Read More →
8 Under-the-Radar Ski Resorts With Spectacular Views
by Eric WagnonDiscussions about the most scenic ski resorts rightfully turn to places like Telluride or Lake Louise. However, plenty of lesser-known spots have just as inspiring views. Here are 8 under-the-radar ski resorts with views you don’t want to miss. 1. Homewood… Read More →
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Skiing & Riding in Tahoe
by Eric WagnonThe Lake Tahoe area ranks among highest concentrations of major ski areas in the country. Here are ten points to know about skiing and snowboarding around Big Blue. 1. First chore is to pick a shore. “North or South?” is… Read More →
10 Best Views From Gondolas in North America
by Kristen LummisWhat does a great view mean to you? Earlier this month, we asked our followers on social media to help us make a list of the ten Best Views From Gondolas in North America. The response was immediate, enthusiastic and… Read More →
Top 5 Scenic Resort Views You Don’t Want to Miss
by Greg ChampionWhat are the Top 5 Scenic Resort Views? Let’s be real here, it’s pretty tough to narrow down the best ski resort views by using a Top 5 list, so I’ll fall back on my go to blog quandary technique… Read More →
What’s New at California Resorts This Season
by Matt CohenOne of the best parts of working at Liftopia is that we’re headquartered in San Francisco, just a few hour drive from Lake Tahoe and short flight (or road trip) from Mammoth. We, along with a sizeable San Francisco subculture,… Read More →
