North America
Sugar Bowl Resort Guide
Projected to open November 20, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 20
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Oct 13
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Resort Guide
Sugar Bowl is a historic ski resort located in the Sierra Nevada near Lake Tahoe, California, offering over 1,650 acres of skiable terrain and an average annual snowfall of 500 inches. The resort features four mountain peaks, a variety of runs for all abilities, and a classic alpine atmosphere with slopeside lodging and dining. Signature experiences include easy access via the unique snowbound village and a focus on uncrowded slopes and authentic mountain charm. Key amenities include ski-in/ski-out accommodations, ski school, equipment rentals, and a family-friendly environment.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Sugar Bowl
Lifts
13
Skiable area
1650 ac
Longest run
4.8 km / 3 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- High-speed quad5
- Quad chair1
- Triple chair2
- Double chair1
- Surface lift3
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
The Belt Room Bar – Known for its cozy mountain lodge ambiance and panoramic views, The Belt Room Bar at Sugar Bowl is a favorite après-ski spot offering craft cocktails, local brews, and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Wed, Oct 14, 12:08 AM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
-100%
vs 5-Year Avg
734cm avg by now
-100%
vs 30-Year Avg
601cm avg by now
734cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~0 cm. That's 100% below the 5-year average (734 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 100% below the 30-year average (601 cm).
Sugar Bowl Season Snowfall
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Sugar Bowl Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 656cm with an average of 65 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 36% above this average (889cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 62cm | 7 days | 9cm | 28cm | 20cm |
| December | 131cm | 10 days | 44cm | 80cm | 30cm |
| January | 123cm | 10 days | 83cm | 121cm | 29cm |
| February | 128cm | 11 days | 111cm | 147cm | 28cm |
| March | 115cm | 11 days | 132cm | 165cm | 28cm |
| April | 60cm | 8 days | 111cm | 143cm | 18cm |
| May | 21cm | 4 days | 51cm | 85cm | 9cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
45 days scored, from 22 Feb
50
Best Day
2 Apr
1
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
4
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4123 Feb
- 3922 Feb
- 3024 Feb
March 2026
- 3425 Mar
- 2727 Mar
- 2430 Mar
April 2026
- 502 Apr24cm
- 453 Apr6cm
- 4211 Apr6cm
April scored highest for Sugar Bowl in 2025-26. Based on 45 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 20, 2026
Through Apr 12, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Sugar Bowl
- Where is Sugar Bowl?
- Sugar Bowl is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Sugar Bowl?
- Sugar Bowl runs from a base elevation of 2,098 m (6,883 ft) to a summit of 2,555 m (8,383 ft), giving a vertical drop of 457 m (1,499 ft).
- How big is Sugar Bowl?
- Sugar Bowl has 1,650 acres (668 hectares) of skiable terrain, 103 marked runs and 13 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Sugar Bowl?
- Sugar Bowl is on the Mountain Collective. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Sugar Bowl?
- Sugar Bowl typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Sugar Bowl get in a typical season?
- Sugar Bowl averages 500 inches / 1270 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
