Donner Ski Ranch
Donner Ski Ranch is located along Highway 40, close to the top of Donner Pass. Take the Soda Springs exit off Interstate 80 and follow the road 3.5 miles to Donner Ski Ranch.
Donner Ski Ranch operates 6 chairlifts and 2 moving carpets to carry skiers up to more than 500 acres of mountain terrain. The resort offers slopes of varying difficulty, suitable for all ability levels.
Donner Ski Ranch has 52 runs with the longest stretching 1½ miles. The base elevation is 7,031 feet while the summit stands at 7,781 feet. Lifts and runs cover both the front and back side of the mountain.
Ski and Snowboard Lift Operation Hours
Lift Operation Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Donner Ski Ranch
Donner Ski Ranch Tubing Hill
Donner Ski Ranch's Tubing Hill has a moving carpet to carry sliders to the top of the hill. Tubes are provided. Find much more at Sierra Snow Play: Donner Ski Ranch.
Hours: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM,
2-hour session price: $35
Location: Take Soda Springs exit off Interstate 80, follow Donner Ski Ranch near Donner Pass.
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Donner Ski Ranch Lift Tickets
2024-25 Prices TBA
| Age | Full Day | Half Day1 | Season Pass2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult 18-69 | $99 | $79 | $489 |
| Youth 13-17 | $89 | $ | $449 |
| Child 6-12 | $59 | $49 | $249 |
| Child 5 & Under | $29 | $25 | $69 |
| Ski Moving Carpet Only | $25 | ||
| Senior 70 and older | $89 | $69 | $449 |
1Half Day is 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM2Season Passes 2023-2024 | |||
Old School Days: TBA Check website: 2022-2023 Ticketing Pricing
Donner Ski Ranch Ski and Snowboard Rentals
2023-24 Season
| Age | Skis or Snowboard Packages | |
|---|---|---|
| Credit card deposit required, plus state ID. Must be 18. | ||
| Adult 18 and older | $49 | |
| Youth 13-17 | $49 | |
| Child 7-12 | $42 | |
| Child 6 and under | $25 | |
| Senior 70+ | $49 | |
| Helmet or Poles | $16, $12 | |
Donner Ski Ranch Ski and Snowboard Lessons
| Lesson | Age | Price | Price Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| *Beginner lift ticket allows access to chairs 4, 6, and the moving carpet. | |||
| Learn to Turn Beginner Packages Skiers or Boarders, Levels A or B |
Adult 18-69 | $TBA | 1½ hour group lesson, restricted lift ticket*, rental equipment |
| Youth 13-17 | $TBA | ||
| Child 6-12 | $TBA | ||
| Senior 70+ | $TBA | ||
Donner Ski Ranch Facilities
- Lodge with cafeteria, ski rentals
- Old 40 Bar & Grill
- 92 room hotel/condo
- Sierra Club's old Signal Hill warming hut, base of chair #3