Skiing with a toddler from San Francisco? These 8 resorts within a 4-hour drive accept children as young as 2 or 3 for ski school. That means parents can ski together while the little ones get professional instruction and snow time. Early-age programs are rare, so this list saves you hours of research.
Top Toddler-Friendly Resorts (8)
Northstar California
California, USAEpic
Ski school from age 3, 167 miles from the airport, full-day programs available, walkable village.
Age 3+
min age
167 mi
Soda Springs
California, USAIkon
Ski school from age 3, 159 miles from the airport, full-day programs available, walkable village.
Age 3+
min age
159 mi
Diamond Peak
California, USA
Ski school from age 3, 174 miles from the airport, full-day programs available.
Age 3+
min age
174 mi
Boreal
California, USAIkon
Ski school from age 3, 161 miles from the airport, full-day programs available, walkable village.
Age 3+
min age
161 mi
Bear Valley
California, USAIkon
Ski school from age 3, 140 miles from the airport, full-day programs available, walkable village.
Age 3+
min age
140 mi
Palisades Tahoe
California, USAIkon
Ski school from age 3, 159 miles from the airport, full-day programs available, walkable village.
Age 3+
min age
159 mi
Dodge Ridge
California, USA
Ski school from age 3, 138 miles from the airport, full-day programs available, walkable village.
Age 3+
min age
138 mi
Homewood
California, USA
Ski school from age 3, 157 miles from the airport, full-day programs available.
Age 3+
min age
157 mi
Quick Comparison
| Resort | Distance | min age | Beginner | Walkability | Day Pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northstar California | 167 mi | Age 3+ | 8.5 | 8.8 | $220 |
| Soda Springs | 159 mi | Age 3+ | 9.5 | 8.0 | $59 |
| Diamond Peak | 174 mi | Age 3+ | 9.0 | 6.5 | $139 |
| Boreal | 161 mi | Age 3+ | 8.0 | 7.5 | $89 |
| Bear Valley | 140 mi | Age 3+ | 7.5 | 7.5 | $109 |
| Palisades Tahoe | 159 mi | Age 3+ | 6.5 | 7.5 | $229 |
| Dodge Ridge | 138 mi | Age 3+ | 8.0 | 7.0 | $99 |
| Homewood | 157 mi | Age 3+ | 7.5 | 6.0 | $109 |
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