The Ultimate Tahoe Après-Ski & Winter Weekend Guide – Peter Pow’s Picks!
After a day on the slopes, Tahoe delivers: fireside cocktails at Heavenly Village, craft beers in Truckee, snowmobile tours, and cozy cabin stays perfect for any ski weekend crew.
After a legendary day carving up the slopes, there's only one thing left to do—send it straight to après-ski mode! Whether you're looking for the best spots to kick back with a craft beer, the coziest cabins to crash in, or epic winter activities beyond the slopes, I've got you covered.
Best Après-Ski Spots in Tahoe for Drinks, Food & Views
Heavenly Village (South Lake Tahoe) – Grab a fireside cocktail at Gunbarrel Tavern, sip a craft brew at Stateline Brewery, or head to Basecamp Beer Garden for live music.
Truckee (North Lake Tahoe) – Pop into Bar of America for killer margaritas or head to Alibi Ale Works for locally brewed Tahoe beers. Cottonwood Restaurant serves it up with the best sunset views in town.
Incline Village (North Shore) – Hit Lone Eagle Grille for lakeside cocktails and gourmet bites.
Where to Stay in Lake Tahoe for a Ski Weekend
Ski-In/Ski-Out Lodges – Check into The Ritz-Carlton at Northstar or Heavenly's Lakeland Village for direct mountain access.
Casino Resorts – Stay at Harrah's or MontBleu in South Lake Tahoe for Vegas-style action.
Cozy Cabins & Rentals – Airbnb and Vrbo are packed with fireplace-warmed A-frame getaways.
Non-Skiers' Guide to Tahoe: Winter Activities Beyond the Slopes
Snowshoeing – Hike through snow-covered forests at Chickadee Ridge or Eagle Rock for insane views.
Sledding & Tubing – Head to Adventure Mountain or Granlibakken Tahoe for high-speed downhill fun.
Snowmobiling – Book a tour with Zephyr Cove Snowmobile Center.
Ice Skating – Glide across the ice at Heavenly Village Ice Rink or Northstar Village.
How to Spend a Winter Weekend in Tahoe (Peter Pow's Itinerary!)
Friday Night: Roll into town, grab dinner at Riva Grill, and toast to the weekend with a famous Wet Woody cocktail.
Saturday: Hit the slopes early, chase pow turns all morning, then après-ski. Close the night with dinner at Evan's American Gourmet or a fun casino night at Harrah's.
Sunday: Take a snowmobile tour, hit a scenic snowshoe trail, or relax at Stillwater Spa before heading home.