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Camp Richardson Resort

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Trails: 35 km (21 miles) of trails are groomed for cross-country skiing near the shore of Lake Tahoe, plus there are also some backcountry trails.
Trail fees: Yes
Tel: 530-542-6584
Snow report:
Nearest town: South Lake Tahoe, CA
Web site: Camp Richardson Resort
Trail map: available at the resort
Equipment rentals: Yes, including snowshoes
Ski lessons: Yes
Other winter activities: Sleigh rides, snowshoeing, full-moon tours
Facilities: Day lodge, restaurant
Lodging on site: Lodge and cabins, 1-800-544-1801
Lodging nearby: South Lake Tahoe region has many hotels, resorts and other accommodations
Location of trails: Camp Richardson is at the south end of Lake Tahoe.
Tourism info: South Lake Tahoe Chamber
Weather forecast: South Lake Tahoe
Map of local region: South Lake Tahoe area

Rate this XC Area

Number of ratings: 1
Average rating: 4.00  

Name of XC Area: Camp Richardson Resort
Times that I have skied there: A few times
I last skied there in: Jan, 2004
Trails that I skied: 6 km track and backwood areas
My favorite trails: 6km
Trail marking: Fair
Trail grooming: Fair
Rating: 4 stars
What I liked: very no frills establishment but very friendly staff and beautiful terrain make this an area worth checking out. Great for the beginner nordic skier (me) because of the large amount of level trail space.
What I disliked: not the most groomed trails and a bit icy in many areas but otherwise a quality day of skiing
Comments: Peter, the proprieter, was very friendly and helpful
Submitted by: Ben Sturges
from: San Francisco
Date submitted: Jan 26, 2004