Spooner Lake Cross Country Ski Area

West of Carson City near Lake Tahoe and covering some 9,000 acres, the Spooner Lake Cross Country Ski Area is a winter recreation facility for skiers of all ages and levels of ability. It features nearly 50 miles of well-groomed trails of varying difficulty 30% easy, 40% moderate, and 30% advanced. There is a day lodge with a fireplace and snacks used for departures and arrivals.

It is also possible to arrange full-day treks into the back country as well as overnight stays at either of two wilderness accommodations. The Wild Cat and Spooner Lake cabins were built using Scandinavian construction techniques and are accessible only on skis or snowshoes, or by hiking.

The Spooner Lake Cross Country Ski Area is located a half mile north of U.S. Highway 50 on Nevada State Route 28. The address is 3709 Highway 28, Glenbrook, Nevada 89413. It is the closest major ski ground to South Lake Tahoe, open during snow season from 9am till 5pm daily. Both ski and snowshoe rentals are available. Adult all-day passes cost $21, half-day passes go for $16, and twilight passes are $10. Seasons passes and 10-day passes are offered, too.