Donner Ski Ranch Snow Tubing
Donner Ski Ranch Snow Tubing
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92 mi.
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178 miles
Snow Tubing
Donner Ski Ranch operates a Snow Tubing Park as one of its features. A moving carpet carries sliders up the hill. The hill is open to guests of all ages. Tubes are provided.
Donner Ski Ranch Moving Carpet
Because Donner Ski Ranch is located virtually at the top of Donner Pass, it can be colder and windier than some of its neighboring resorts. Be prepared for a fun time by bringing plenty of layers, gloves, and snow caps. The parking lot is within easy walking distance of the tubing hill, so it is convenient to add or subtract layers.
Elevation
7,100 feet
Directions
Take Interstate 80 to the Soda Springs exit. Drive 4 miles on Donner Pass Road to Donner Ski Ranch. They provide parking lots on either side of the road.
Things to Know
- Personal sleds or tubes are not permitted on the slopes.
- Parking is free.
- Food is available at the Old 40 Bar and Grill in the lodge on the 2nd floor. More table seating is found on the 3rd floor.
- Restrooms are available in the lodge.
- Snow gear is available at the ski shop.
Donner Ski Ranch Services
Snow Apparel Shops Along the Road
- Clark's Snow Sports - 212 Harding Blvd., Roseville and 13417 Lincoln Way, Auburn
- Snow Mountain - 13479 Bowman Road, Auburn
- Target 2700 Bell Road, Auburn
Snow Tubing Tickets
Tickets are sold for 2-hour sessions. Donner Ski Ranch says that their snow tubing hill is "great for kids of all ages." Obtain tickets from the window at the base of the lodge tunnel.
2024-2025 Rates:
$39 for a 2-hour pass all ages
$34 for a 2-hour pass on Old School Days1
1 Throwback Pricing on most Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays starting January 7, 2025; but excluding February 18-20, 2025
Hours:
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Donner Ski Ranch Contact Information
- 19320 Donner Pass Road, Norden, CA
- 530.426.3635
- Donner Ski Ranch
Current Conditions and Weather Forecast
Donner Ski Ranch Current Conditions
Donner Ski Ranch Webcams
(Including the Tubing Hill)
Nearby Sno-Park
One of California's Sno-Parks is located off Interstate 80 at the same exit as Boreal Mountain Resort on Donner Summit. At the exit, instead of turning right to the ski area, turn left to the Sno-Park. A permit is required to park at the Sno-Park from November 1 through May 30. Day permits are $15, season permits are $40.
The Donner Summit Sno-Park is popular with cross country skiers and snowmobilers. The level area around the parking lot is good for snow play and there are some sliding hills nearby.
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.
Donner Ski Ranch Lodge