8 hours from L.A.
Sierra-at-Tahoe, commonly referred to simply as 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 percent beginner runs, half well-groomed blues, and 25 percent advanced slopes. The resort has 14 lifts and 47 runs in total, as well as a whopping six terrain parks.
Lift tickets $130–$175