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Heavenly by name and heavenly by nature, and located at Lake Tahoe, this resort is one of the leading ski resorts in North America. Featuring picture-postcard views, excellent ski for all levels, and a fabulous party scene too, it’s a high-rated resort that’s well worth a visit.

Let’s Talk Skiing in Heavenly

Without a doubt, the views in Heavenly across Lake Tahoe, are amongst the best in the world. And certainly, if you look towards the desert, the views are absolutely stunning too. You’ve got a superb variety of terrain to be experienced here which is great for all levels of skiers. The Heavenly ski area crosses between California and Nevada so you can enjoy the pistes that cross between the two.

Beginners should definitely head for the top of the main Heavenly gondola which is a superb introduction to skiing. Alternatively, you can head to the top of the cable car which you’ll find at California Lodge where you can enjoy the amazing vistas across the high Sierras. Without a doubt, Heavenly is an excellent location for intermediate skiers, with a huge variety of pistes just waiting to be explored. Make sure you add the blue runs at Ridge Run and Skyline to your do list, where you’ll be able to enjoy fabulous views of Lake Tahoe. Or if you want to feel like you’re riding off into the desert, head for the Nevada side and enjoying the wonderful long cruisers.

Advanced skiers won’t be disappointed here either, especially if you head for California Lodge on the Nevada side of the mountains. Here you’ll find steep mogul runs and some double diamonds such as the ungroomed Mott Canyons and Killebrew.

The Resort of Heavenly

A great all-round resort, Heavenly certainly deserves its glamorous status both for its fabulous inter-state ski area as much as for its ultra-glitzy nightlife. It’s particularly popular for younger and more adventurous intermediate skiers, and also due to its buzzing après scene.

Staying in Heavenly

If you’re looking at Heavenly ski accommodation, you’ll find a lot of choice here. You’ve got over 850 self-catering choices made up of apartments, cabins, condos, houses and lodges. These vary in size which is great for smaller families, right up to large groups. There is also a good variety of Heavenly hotels which suit all budgets right up to 4-star luxury hotels with lots of facilities.

Heavenly Snow Conditions

If you’re thinking about Heavenly weather, it’s worth bearing in the mind that due to high winds, the upper lifts may be closed. Also, you may find that some of the access roads for Lake Tahoe can be closed during snowstorms. They are well served at Heavenly by excellent snowmaking facilities though. Traditionally, March is the best time to visit Heavenly, with an average of 188cm snow depth found at the top of the mountain. At the other end of the scale, November is the lowest, with an average of 15cm at the top.

Heavenly Resort Life

Away from the slopes, you can choose whether you want to be on the more sedate side of the resort for its convenience, or the more lively buzz of downtown Heavenly. Head for the pedestrianised Heavenly village which is located at the gondola base terminal. Here you’ll find a great mix of shops, a cinema, an ice rink, plus some lively bars. You’ll also find some excellent bars at California Lodge. The real entertainment at Heavenly is at the huge casinos at the Nevada Stateline suburb, where you’ll get to experience some true Vegas-style entertainment. It’s worth noting that 21 is the minimum age to drink here.

What’s Good About Heavenly?

We like Heavenly with its outstanding views of Lake Tahoe, not to mention shooting down the slopes and enjoying the Nevada desert vistas. Its excellent vast piste map gives you a real sense of distance, and you’ll be able to enjoy the fabulous fresh powdered runs through well-spaced trees. Plus its superb snowmaking facilities ensure that you’ll be able to make the most of your trip. Expert skiers in particular will be really challenged here, and you also have the benefit of being able to easily access some other local resorts. And there’s no getting away from the unique nightlife that you’ll be able to experience here.

The SnowResort Verdict

If you’re looking for a totally different lively ski resort, Heavenly is a great location. Where else can you find the combination of outstanding scenery and glitzy casinos? Ski-wise, they’ve really thought about access to the pistes, with an excellent lift system where you can use your Heavenly lift pass. It’s also got a great choice of accommodation on offer.