Soda Springs Winter Resort, Truckee

You can hike in snowshoes, sail down a flume in a snow tube or just plain ski at this resort. Adults and kids love this area because there are so many activities in which to participate. Try the "Ski With Me" package, where one parent and one child receive a private ski or snowboard lesson. Parents must be intermediate skiers to participate. This is a great experience for a child who is first-time skier. Located 48-miles from Reno, the resort also caters to birthday parties and advanced-level skiers.