Situated 12 miles from Lake Tahoe, 7 miles from Northstar Mountain Resort, and 11 miles from Squaw valley Ski resort, Coachland RV Resort is ideally situated for access to some really great winter sports locations including 200 kms of piste and 150 kms of marked trails, snow shoeing, cross country skiing, and winter walking trails. It is a large campsite set in a substantial woodland area with very good facilities, a clubhouse and particularly good facilities for dog owners.
How to get to Coachland RV Resort
From the San Francisco area (200 miles) take Hwy 80 past Sacramento to Truckee. Exit Hwy 80 at junction 89 and join Donner Pass road. At the first roundabout bear left into Pioneer Trail and then right into Coachland Drive. After 50m turn right and then sharp left into Redwood Lane which leads to the campsite entrance on your left after 150m.
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What do you get for your money at Coachland RV Resort?
- Standard and full rate pitches are available which include 30 or 50 amp EHU and a choice of cable TV options and internet options. Prices for a week in February 2022 will range from $540-$640 per week dependent on pitch specification and vehicle size
- EHU 30 – 50 amp included
- Piped LPG available on some pitches
- On pitch water, sewage, grey water, TV
- Very good standard of facilities in the shower and toilet areas
- Laundromat with washing machine, dryer and ironing station
- Dogs welcome free of charge
- Dog walking area on site
- WiFi across the site. Verizon and ATT cell coverage.
- Free Daytime Ski Bus from park and ride area in Truckee (1m) to Northstar and Squaw Valley.
- Seasonaires welcome with special rates over 30 days
- Onsite clubhouse
Northstar, Squaw Valley and Olympic Ski Areas– What is the skiing like near Coachland RV Resort ?
The nearest ski area is Northstar where there is 97 kms of piste and a further 100kms of ski trail available stretching from 1900m to 2600m. It is very popular with families as the terrain is best suited to beginner and intermediate skiers. It has a great reputation for piste quality, modern lift infrastructure and snowmaking facilities. It is also comparatively expensive to ski there when viewed against other Tahoe resorts.
Squaw Valley including Olympic resort is 11 miles from Coachland, offers 100kms of piste and a further 50 kms of ski trails which rise to 2750m. Whilst there is plenty of piste for beginners and intermediates, Squaw valley is a mecca for experts, especially on powder days when it can get very busy. On the same lift pass is the Alpine meadows ski area which will shortly be lift linked creating one of the largest ski areas in North America.
Winterised Tips
- Cabins and cottages available to rent for non campers
- For beginners and improving intermediates Northstar resort is recommended
- Northstar resort owned by the Vail company, so check their Epic ski pass options for access to other Tahoe resorts
- Check out Tahoe Vacation Guide for details of bus services around the Tahoe lake area
Pros
- Very attractive campsite in woodland setting
- Good on site clubhouse
- Lots of activities close by for non skiers
- Northstar ski area suited to Intermediate and advanced skiers with beginner friendly
Cons
- Only local ski bus is free, other nearby resorts require service bus or car hire
- Local ski areas comparatively expensive
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