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 Tahoe
XC Cross Country Ski Area, located in North Lake Tahoe, California,
is conveniently situated just 2.5 miles from downtown Tahoe
City. For 25 years the 65km Tahoe XC trail system has been
a favorite among Nordic skiers, wandering through dense forests
and open meadows, and up to spectacular panoramic views of
Lake Tahoe.
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Day Lodge, Cafe,
Rentals
The Tahoe XC day lodge at 6,550 feet
is the starting point of a wonderful skiing experience. Comfortable
furniture surrounds the wood burning stove, a perfect place for
relaxing by the fire and enjoying an espresso from the cafe. Sandwiches,
snacks and drinks are available all day. Visitors are welcome
to bring their own lunch and enjoy the dining area or the sun
deck. The day lodge also houses the Fischer/Salomon Rental Center,
with equipment for all ages and abilities. The Fischer Demo Center
allows skiers to sample the latest in cross country ski technology
and performance. Choose from skate skis, diagonal stride skis,
snowshoes, and pull behind sleds that allow skiers to tow their
children behind them so they can be a part of the day tour. Rentals
are available from 8:30-4:00 daily.
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Ski School at Tahoe XC Cross Country
Ski Area
The Ski School at Tahoe XC has something
for everyone, ages 5 to 75+. For first timers, the adult Learn-to-Ski
packages include ski equipment, trail pass and lesson for only
$44.00. Tahoe XC instructors, trained through the Professional
Ski Instructors Association, will take you to the next level in
skate skiing and diagonal stride, even downhill skills and Telemark
skiing. Group lessons are scheduled at 10:30 and 1:00. Private
lessons are also available.
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Trails and Warming Huts
Tahoe XC's trail system is known for
being "user friendly" and great for all skiing abilities.
Bombardier's state-of-the-art grooming machinery produces the
best possible skiing conditions each day. The trails start in
open, flat meadows, perfect for getting accustomed to the sport.
As skiers work their way out, the terrain rolls and wanders up
and down, for exhilarating downhills and challenging climbs that
reward skiers and snowshoers with superb views of Lake Tahoe,
the largest alpine lake in the United States. The two trail side
warming huts are perfect for having lunch, taking a break and
making a complimentary cup of hot chocolate or tea.
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Ski With Your Dog
Dogs are welcome at Tahoe XC Monday
through Friday 8:30-5:00, and weekends and holidays 3 p.m. to
5 p.m. We offer two dog friendly trails, Blue Trail and Special
Green Trail, totaling 8km or 5 miles. Dog passes are $3.00 per
dog, two dogs per party maximum. Poop bags are provided, always
pick up after your dog. Remember, your dog's behavior is your
responsibility. Leashes are required at the trailhead and parking
lot. Skijoring is not allowed at Tahoe Cross Country.
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Special Events
Full moon ski tours, skijoring clinics,
races, barbecues and more, Tahoe XC offers a season full of special
events. Don't miss the Great Ski Race in March, the biggest cross
country race west of the Mississippi! Over 800 racers and not-so-serious
skiers take the 18 mile race/tour from Tahoe XC to Truckee, for
a great meal and band at the end. An annual Tahoe event that should
not be missed.
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COOL
FACTS
| CROSS-COUNTRY |
LIFTS |
0 |
ACRES |
3500 |
TRAILS |
15 |
KM
OF TRAILS |
65 |
KM
GROOMED |
65 |
LONGEST
TRAIL |
15 km |
SKATING
LANES |
YES |
| SIDE
TRACKS |
YES |
TRAIL
RATING: |
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BEGINNER |
4 |
INTERMEDIATE |
8 |
ADV & EXPERT |
8 |
VERTICAL
DROP |
750 |
| SUMMIT
EL |
7300 |
BASE
EL |
6550 |
| AVG
SNOWFALL |
300" |
MACHINE-MADE
SNOWFALL |
NO |
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Mountain Trail Map, Tahoe
XC Cross Country Ski Area
Hours
Tahoe XC is open for cross-country
skiing and snowshoeing seven days a week from 8:30-5:00.
Trail
Passes
Available daily, afternoon rates
available after 12:30pm. Special rates on 10-packs of tickets.
Information
 (530)
583-5475
Equipment
Rental
Available daily at the day lodge
Physical Address
Tahoe XC Cross Country Ski Area
925 Country Club Drive
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Main Number
(530)
583-5475
Directions
By Plane:
Frequent commercial service by most
major and regional carriers to
Reno-Tahoe International Airport.
All-Weather
Highway Access:
 From
Reno to South Lake Tahoe
U.S. HWY 395 south to U.S. HWY 50 west
58 miles, 1.25 hours
From
South Lake Tahoe
SR 89 north, SR 28 north to Tahoe City, two miles east of downtown
Tahoe City exit at Dollar Hill, turn onto Fabian Way at the
7-Eleven, right on Village Drive, left on Country Club Drive.
29 miles, .45 hours
From
San Francisco
I-80 east, SR 89 south to Tahoe City, two miles east of downtown
Tahoe City exit at Dollar Hill, turn onto Fabian Way at the
7-Eleven, right on Village Drive, left on Country Club Drive.
180 miles, 3.0 hours
From
Sacramento
I-80 east, SR 89 south to Tahoe City, two miles east of downtown
Tahoe City exit at Dollar Hill, turn onto Fabian Way at the
7-Eleven, right on Village Drive, left on Country Club Drive.
100 miles, 2.0 hours to Tahoe XC Cross Country Ski Area. |
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