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Relocation Guide: Reno is One of the Best Ski Towns in the U.S.

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We acknowledge that we may be a little biased to call Reno the best ski town in the U.S., but it’s true. With more than a dozen ski resorts just a short driving distance from the Biggest Little City in the World, we’re pretty lucky to be able to enjoy all of the amenities and winter sports offered by being so close to the mountains.

 

Northern Nevada also once had the highest concentration of ski and snowboard resorts in all of North America. While the area has slipped in the rankings slightly, there are no shortage of resorts to visit, including:

  1. Boreal
  2. Diamond Peak
  3. Donner Ski Ranch
  4. Granlibakken
  5. Heavenly Mountain Resort
  6. Homewood Mountain Resort
  7. Kirkwood Mountain Resort
  8. Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
  9. Northstar California Resort
  10. Palisades Tahoe
  11. Royal Gorge
  12. Sierra-at-Tahoe
  13. Soda Springs Ski Resort
  14. Sugar Bowl Resort
  15. Tahoe Donner

The Reno-Tahoe area gets more than 400 inches of snow each year, and the ski season often lasts from November through April. This fact alone draws in hundreds of skiers and snowboarders each year, but there are some places that only locals would know about, like Sky Tavern.

 

Sky Tavern has taught thousands of people how to ski or ride, and recently they won the coveted National Ski Area Association “Conversion Cup.” That’s an award given to the North American ski area deemed best at “creating lifelong enthusiasts.” Sky Tavern isn’t just known for teaching kids to navigate the fresh powder like pros. They also host a variety of programs and classes, including a ski swap and a ski and snowboard rental.

 

If you still don’t believe us when we say Reno is one of the best ski towns in the U.S., Reno was also voted the second-best ski town in the USA TODAY 10BEST Reader’s Choice 2016.

 

The snowy weather is just one of the things we love about calling Reno home. ​​​​If you have questions about moving or what it’s like relocating to the Reno-Sparks community, contact the David Morris Group. We’re always happy to share our knowledge of the area and the real estate market!

 

 

 

Preparing for Tahoe Ski Season

Preparing for the Tahoe Ski Season

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Preparing for Tahoe Ski Season

The first day of fall may have just passed, but with some of the first flurries being seen at Mt. Rose, people are already talking about the upcoming ski season. After receiving 493 inches at Mt. Rose and 623 inches of snow at Sugar Bowl Resort during the 2018 – 2019 season, it’s easy to see why there would be rumblings and rumors of what the 2019 – 2020 season holds for skiers and snowboarders alike. For a look at when the resorts around the area will be opening up for the season, check out the list below:

 

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe – October 25
As Reno’s go-to resort, Mt. Rose has put in a ton of money into bettering their ticketing system as well as their snow machines. $1.5 million was invested in on-mountain improvements, so check them out for yourself.

 

Boreal Mountain – November 8
Boreal has made a ton of updates that will allow them to offer hands-free ticketing and make checking in and getting on the lifts easier than ever. If you’re ever up near Donner Summit, be sure to check out these slopes!

 

Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows – November 15
Time is of the essence, which is why Squaw Valley put in a $10 million Treeline Cirque chairlift to get skiers and riders to their destination faster than ever.

 

Heavenly Mountain – November 22
If you have an open Sunday, you’ll want to head to the resort straddling the Nevada and California border. With the amazing deals they offer for guests staying Sundays, you may just have to call into work on Monday.

 

Northstar California – November 22
Take a bite out of Northstar! This resort just outside of Lake Tahoe offers some great cuisine with an updated pub-style menu. Put in some time on the slopes and at the dinner table.

 

Preparing for Tahoe Ski Season

Kirkwood Mountain – November 27
If you like to go off the beaten path, ask about Expedition: Kirkwood. You’re sure to grab some great skills and explore some of the areas that aren’t open to just anyone.

 

Sugar Bowl Resort – November 29
Phase one of a large project to clean up the terrain and produce better snow has just wrapped. It’s part of a multi-year, $8 million project, so it’ll be interesting to see what this season has in store for visitors.

 

Diamond Peak – December 12
Put the snow quality at Diamond Peak to the test! The resort has added a new PistenBully 400 ParkPro snowcat and is unleashing four new TechnoAlpin TR8 snow guns to ensure everyone has a great season.

 

Tahoe Donner – December 13
Tahoe Donner is a classic and a great pit stop for anyone in and around Truckee to visit!

 

We hope you’re prepping your snowboards, and practicing your form, because it’s sure to be a great season. Stay safe out there, and if you or someone you know are looking to buy or sell a home, give our team a call!