8 hours from L.A.
Sierra-at-Tahoe, commonly referred to as simply Sierra, is a family-friendly resort on the south side of Lake Tahoe within the Eldorado National Forest, first established in 1946. Its terrain is evenly split at 25% beginner runs, half well-groomed blues, and 25% advanced slopes. The resort has 11 lifts and 46 runs in total, as well as a whopping six terrain parks.
Lift tickets $65–$110