Tahoe Mountain Club
Winter Guide
Embrace the beauty of the great outdoors and let nature guide you—that’s the true Tahoe spirit. Whether it’s your first visit or you’re a lifelong explorer of the region, there’s always a new wonder waiting around each corner. Use this guide to plan your next adventure, uncover hidden gems, and create those unforgettable mountain moments we all treasure.
Member Events
Holiday Celebrations and Member Activations
Tahoe Mountain Club is the heart of community and connection, and every member event is a chance to meet new friends and create lasting Alpine memories.
Featured Events
Explore the full lineup of winter events and unlock everything TMC has to offer! Check out the Member Events Calendar below to see all the ways you can connect, celebrate, and make the most of this season with your TMC community.
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Tahoe Mountain Club’s home base and your hub of winter activity. If you are ever looking for something fun to do, go here first and inquire with our friendly Member Services Staff
Member Services: 530-550-3800
Bearfoot Bar & Grill
Located inside The Pavilion
Hours
Bearfoot Bar & Grill
Monday – 3 PM – 8 PM
Tuesday & Wednesday – CLOSED
Thursday – 3 PM – 8 PM
Friday & Saturday – 2 PM – 8 PM
Sunday – 3 PM – 8 PM
Chef David’s new menu features food to warm the heart and soul. Perfect after a long day in the cold outdoors.
Tonight, Let Us Do The Cooking!
Go from hungry to happy in just a few taps with TMC Takeout at Bearfoot Bar & Grill.
Pool and Hot Tubs
Located behind the Pavilion
Hours
Pool & Hot Tubs
Daily* 6:30 am – 8 pm
*In the event that high temperatures are forecasted to remain below 42 degrees, the adult pool will be covered and closed. The hot tub will remain open.
Enjoy the Lap (Pool) of Luxury
Soak in the comfortable 82-degree water while taking in the surrounding snowy landscape or getting in a winter workout. The Adult Pool is open to lap swimmers of all ages throughout the winter season.
Pavilion Hot Tubs
There is no better way to relax after a long day of skiing than soaking in perfect-temperature water. Lucky for you, there are two hot tubs to choose from at the TMC Pavilion. Soothe your muscles and enjoy a cocktail from nearby Bearfoot Bar & Grill. It doesn’t get much better than this.
Pavilion Fitness Center
Upstairs at the Pavilion
Hours
Fitness Center
Daily 6:30 am – 8 pm
Get Your Sweat On!
Offering a variety of weight machines, Peloton bikes, treadmills, and rowing machines, the Pavilion Fitness Center is here to ensure your time away from home doesn’t turn into a time of regret. Plus, if you workout, you can eat whatever you want… right?
Fitness Classes
Sit in practice in a yoga class, improve your flexibility in foam roll and stretch, or get some cardio in a HIIT class. Guided fitness instruction is available Sunday – Friday.
Fitness Class Schedule
Kid’s Camp
Located inside the Pavilion
Hours
Drop Off
Daily 9 am – 5 pm
Drop Off at Kids Camp
Get in a workout, get some work done, or enjoy some alone time while we watch the kids. Drop-Off is a complimentary service where the first 90 minutes of childcare is offered free to Tahoe Mountain Club Members.
Alpine Club
Your Private Clubhouse in The Village at Northstar
Opening Day: Thursday, November 21
Shuttle Bus
Between Old Greenwood and Northstar
DAYS OF OPERATION
Friday, Nov. 22 – Sunday, Nov. 24
Saturday, Nov. 30 – Sunday, Dec. 1
Saturday, Dec. 7 – Sunday, Dec. 8
Saturday, Dec. 14 – Sunday, Dec. 15
Daily service Dec. 21 – April 20
| Old Greenwood to Northstar | Trip #1 | Trip #2 | Trip #3 |
| Lookout Loop and Frontier Trail | 7:12 am | 8:42 am | 10:42 am |
| Lookout Loop and Trapper’s Trail | 7:14 am | 8:44 am | 10:44 am |
| Lookout Loop and Caleb Drive (north) | 7:16 am | 8:46 am | 10:46 am |
| Lookout Loop and Caleb Drive (south) | 7:18 am | 8:48 am | 10:48 am |
| Lookout Loop and Settler’s Lane | 7:20 am | 8:50am | 10:50 am |
| Legacy Court Cul-De-Sac | 7:24 am | 8:54 am | 10:54 am |
| TMC Pavilion | 7:30 am | 9:00 am | 11:00 am |
| Entrance Cabins | 7:32 am | 9:02 am | 11:02 am |
| Arrive at Northstar | 7:50 am | 9:25 am | 11:25 am |
| Northstar to Old Greenwood | Trip #1 | Trip #2 | Trip #3 | Trip #4 | Trip #5 |
| Northstar Shuttle Stop | 10:10 am | 1:00 pm | 2:30 pm | 4:00 pm | 5:30 pm |
Ski Valet
Located downstairs at Alpine Club
Drop off Day: November 20, 3 PM – 5 PM
Hours
Ski Valet
Early and Late Season:
8 AM – 4:30 PM
Peak Season:
7:30 AM – 5 PM
Ski Valet
Bring your skis to Northstar at the beginning of the season, and we’ll hold them for you all season long. Ski Valet at Alpine Club makes your mornings quicker, your walks to and from the car easier, and your ski experience less of a hassle.
Reserve your pickup by 5 pm the day before you plan to ski and we’ll have your gear laid out for you when you arrive.
Note: Ski Valet reservations have moved to a new system. It is quick and requires no sign-in. Click the link below.
Gear Storage
Cubbies are available for gear storage both upstairs and downstairs at Alpine Club. Feel free to store your gear here during your ski day. If you are looking for season-long storage, Member lockers are available for lease.
Ski Tuning
Skiing and boarding is more fun when your gear is well taken care of. If your edges dull or bases in need of a wax, no worries! Let us know and we’ll get them tuned up overnight and ready for the next morning.
Alpine Club Restaurant
Located upstairs at Alpine Club
Hours
Alpine Club Restaurant
Complimentary Hot Beverages
8 am – 11 am
Breakfast 8 am – 11 am
Lunch 11 am – 5 pm
Bar 8 am – 5 pm
Dine In
Warm up with a bowl of chili or share apps with your whole crew. Alpine Club is your après location to meet friends and reflect on an awesome day on the slopes.
Hang Out
Perched above The Village at Northstar, the newly revamped Alpine Club offers a tranquil escape from the lively village below. With a fresh, modern facelift and a dedicated Kids Corner, it’s the perfect retreat for the whole family. Alpine Club is your home base, whether recharging after a powder-filled morning, catching up with friends over a drink, or even taking a quick conference call. Relax, unwind, and make the most of your mountain days—this is your sanctuary to enjoy however you wish.
Schaffer’s Camp
An incredible venue meets an unforgettable dining experience.
Projected Opening Day: December 19
Reservations & Walk-ins
Days
Schaffer’s Camp
Open Daily Dec. 19 – Jan 1.
(Closed Christmas Day)
Open Thursday – Monday, Jan 1 – Feb 14
Open Daily Feb. 15 – Feb. 26
Open Thursday – Monday, Feb 27 – Closing
Hours
Schaffer’s Camp
Complimentary Coffee & Cocoa
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Beverage Service
11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Dining Service Seatings
11:00 AM – 2:15 PM
Last Gondola
4:00 PM
Reservations Recommended
FOR DINING ROOM SEATING
Schaffer’s Camp reservations are available at 7 AM, two weeks in advance of a reservation (Book Dec. 16 on Dec. 3, Dec. 17 on Dec. 4, etc. Reservation Date – 13 days = Bookable Day). They can be booked online at or by using the Tahoe Mountain Club app. For help booking reservations, call Schaffer’s Camp during listed operating hours, or call Member Services. Parties with more than 8 people should email [email protected] to book.
Walk-ins Welcome
IN BAR (21+) OR ON DECK
The best way to dine at Schaffer’s Camp is with a reservation, but if you decide last minute to treat yourself, we’ll do our best to accommodate. Walk-ins are welcome to dine either in the bar (21+) or on the Schaffer’s back deck (weather permitting). Walk-ins will be seated in the dining room only if space and staffing allows.
Cancellation Policy
While reservations are the best way to enjoy Schaffer’s Camp, they’re only effective if people actually show up. To ensure all Members have fair access to their Schaffer’s Camp benefit, any no-show or reservation canceled less than 24 hours in advance will be charged a $75 cancellation fee. Additionally, Members who repeatedly choose not to cancel in advance and/or no show for a reservation will be blocked from making future reservations.
Introducing Our New Member Wine Locker Program!
Secure a private, temperature-controlled wine locker at Scaffer’s Camp. Enjoy discounted corkage fees, access exclusive Cellar Club tastings, and join unique wine events throughout the season. Learn More.
Secure a private, temperature-controlled wine locker at Scaffer’s Camp. Enjoy discounted corkage fees, access exclusive Cellar Club tastings, and join unique wine events throughout the season. Learn More.
Arrival
Getting To Schaffer’s
From the Village at Northstar, board the Big Spring Gondola (7 mins). Once at Mid-Mountain, walk across the snow to Tahoe Zephyr Express. Don’t wait in the line with skiers and riders, instead, wait on the platform between the chairlift and the lift shack. Every 3 minutes or so there will be a gondola to Schaffer’s Camp (8 mins). Once at the top, walk down the stairs and straight across the snow to Schaffer’s Camp. Look for the Tahoe Mountain Club signs.
Lift Ticket Required
A ticket is required to board both chairlifts mentioned above. If you already have a day ticket or season pass, that will suffice. If you do not, we are happy to provide a complimentary walking pass. Just ask for one at Ski Valet at Alpine Club.
Note: Walking passes are only available to folks with a Schaffer’s Camp reservation.
Schaffer’s Camp Location
Located at 7910′ above sea level at the top of Northstar California, getting to Schaffer’s Camp requires some logistics.
Dining at Schaffer’s Camp
Elevated Cuisine
At Schaffer’s Camp, we’ve redefined ski resort dining. Here, you won’t be limited to burgers and chicken tenders. Instead, enjoy made-to-order dishes such as Hamachi Poke, Vietnamese Pho, and Wood-Fired Skuna Bay Salmon. With a menu like this, the only thing better is the cocktails.
Express Buffet
In a hurry or want to dine on a variety of different items, we’ve got a solution for that! The Express Buffet at Schaffer’s Camp offers soups, salads, pizzas, and a chef’s entrée. Just let a server know you’ll be dining at the express buffet and they’ll get you settled up and on your way.
Get Comfortable
A true Schaffer’s Camp experience is about more than just the food. It’s about reaching ultimate relaxation so you’re re-energized when you get back out on the mountain. For the best experience, ditch your wet clothing in the coat room and trade cold ski boots for cozy slippers. It’s the most comfortable way to dine.
Enjoy The View
An incredible venue meets an unforgettable dining experience. With some of the best views in the region, Schaffer’s Camp is set above the treetops and looks out at the Sierra Crest. With floor-to-ceiling windows in the main dining room and panoramic views on the deck, you’ll find it hard to not be distracted during your meal.
Northstar California
Home to TMC’s Mountain Touchpoints
Projected Opening Day: November 22
RISING ABOVE THE MARTIS VALLEY, NORTHSTAR IS KNOWN FOR IMPECCABLE GROOMING, BLUE BIRD POWDER DAYS, AND UNMATCHED TREE SKIING. WITH A MAJORITY OF BLUE RUNS AND VERY APPROACHABLE BLACK RUNS, NORTHSTAR HAS BEEN A DESTINATION FOR SKIING FAMILIES FOR OVER 50 YEARS.
Getting To Northstar
Village View Lots
New this season, Northstar California has adopted a new paid reservation parking system for the 23/24 winter season. Starting December 16, parking reservations will be required to park in the Village View lots during weekend and holiday periods. Reservations cost $20 and are currently available for the entire season. Reservations must be made online in advance and are free for people carpooling with four or more.
Mid-week and non-holiday skiers are in luck, reservations are not required during these times.
Castle Peak Lots
Avoid the hassle and cost of reservations by parking in the Castle Peak lots. Located at the roundabout near the beginning of Northstar Drive, these lots are available on a first-come, first-served basis every day of the season. No reservations are required and parking is free.
Please note, these lots are located over a mile away from The Village at Northstar and require a ride on a shuttle bus to access ski lifts.
On busy days, these lots will fill up quickly, so ensure you arrive at the mountain early.
Old Greenwood Shuttle
Hands down, this is your best way to get to the mountain. Available exclusively to Tahoe Mountain Club members and folks in-residence with the Old Greenwood Townhomes & Cabins, this bus eliminates the need to find a parking spot. With pick-ups throughout the neighborhood and at The Pavilion, your trip to the mountain will be simple.
Trail Map & Mountain Status
Northstar Trail Map
Boasting 3,170 skiable acres and 100 trails, Northstar California offers guests 13% green terrain, 60% blue terrain, and 27% black terrain. Take laps all day on Axe Handle, rip steep Backside groomers, or find powder stashes in gate-accessed glades.
Mountain Operations Twitter
Know about pending wind holds, when terrain may open, and changes in the event of weather.
