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California Sno-Parks

California has 19 Sno-Parks in the Sierra Nevada where visitors can park and enjoy the snow. Sno-Parks are used by cross-country skiers, snowmobilers, and those just wanting a safe place for snow play. Some Sno-Parks do not permit snowmobiles. Not all Sno-Parks have nearby hills appropriate for sledding. Most sites have restrooms.

A permit is required to park at a Sno-Park from November 1 through May 30. Day permits are $5, season permits are $25. Sno-Park permits can be purchased online with an additional $1.95 added to the price: Sno-Park Permits. Or permits may be purchased from local Sno-Park Permit Vendors.

For an overview and map of each site, see:
California Sno-Park Sites


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Commercial Snow Play Sites

Advantages

Commercial Sierra Snow Play sites vary greatly in the amenities they offer, but nearly all have two important assets - parking and restrooms.

Other advantages of most commercial snow play areas include

  • Groomed slopes with lanes to avoid collisions
  • Lifts to carry participants to the top of the hill
  • Attendants helping to keep everyone is safe
  • Tubes or saucers provided
  • Nearby lodges with food, restrooms, and warming up areas
  • Sports shops selling gloves, hats, and other apparel

Disadvantages

  • Prices at some locations are high and sessions are short. Shop around. There are many locations that charge a flat fee for all day, such as Soda Springs and Leland High Sierra Snowplay.
  • On busy weekends, crowds can create backups at lift lines, making for long waits and few runs.

Things to Keep in Mind

  1. Snow play and sledding are not permitted at Highway Rest Stops.
  2. Children often wear out after an hour or two.
  3. Snow play areas at ski resorts allow some to head out boarding and skiing while others take to the tubing hill.


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