Save up to 65% vs Lift Tickets With an Epic Day Pass

Northstar is opening early on Thursday November 21!

With 9 inches of fresh snowfall in the last week and more on the way, please join us for the first turns of the 2024-2025 season this Thursday! 
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Memories That Last a Lifetime

Waking up in a snow blanketed wilderness. Carving lines down a perfectly groomed run. The gooey warmth of a fireside s’more. Every moment at Northstar fills you with a feeling unlike any other, one that persists generation after generation in this special place nestled in the Martis Valley.

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Ski or Ride From $79/Day With Epic Day Pass​
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Save up to 65% compared to Lift Tickets with Epic Day Pass. Build your own Pass by choosing 1-7 days, whether you want to ski or ride on peak dates, and which group of resorts you want to access. Hurry, Passes go off sale December 2!
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Make Lasting Memories at Northstar

Winter Activities

Make Lasting Memories at Northstar

Cross Country Center

35km of scenic trails for cross country skiing, snowshoeing, fat tire biking and more.

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Learn to Ski or Ride

If you are new to skiing or riding, let our team help you get started with confidence!

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Upcoming Events

Don't miss the latest events and what's going on.

Events Calendar

Village Shopping

From curated boutiques to world-renowned gear companies.

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Winter Dining

Relax, refresh and recharge.

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Ice Skating and More!

Join us for winter magic at Northstar's Village

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My Epic App

Go hands free & get straight to the fun part
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Winter is just around the corner! Access the mountain this season with Mobile Pass & Lift Tickets. Plus, My Epic does more with great features like stats tracking, interactive trail maps and new this season, Find My Friends.
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Your Phone is Your Pass

Lift Line Status and Forecasts

Interactive Trail Maps

Live Webcams and Weather

Real Time Operational Alerts

View Your Personal Stats

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Scenic Aerial at Northstar During Sunrise

Weekend & Peak Period Parking Reservations

Parking Reservations are required on weekends and peak periods from 7am-12pm at the Village View lot and 7am – 3pm at the Lower Village Preferred Paid lot this season.

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Your Mountain Away from Home

We’re proud to call Lake Tahoe home, and take great pleasure in sharing this one-of-a-kind oasis with you. We hope you’ll agree with Travel + Leisure who named us the “premier family destination.”

Here, you’ll enjoy a personalized blend of adventure and relaxation over acres of diverse terrain and world-class amenities, as well as our Village with superb après, fine dining, and chic boutiques.

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We are among Most Innovative Companies
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We made the list! Fast Company has named Vail Resorts among the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024 "for launching a first-of-its-kind ski gear membership program."
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Northstar California Mountain Guide

First time here or first time to the mountains? Let us help you make the most of your trip.

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Resort Resources

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Join Our Team
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Come work and play in the mountains! Receive free ski pass(es), free ski/snowboard lessons, and great perks & benefits to help create your Experience of a Lifetime.

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