Dodge Ridge Ski Resort, Pinecrest, CA

Dodge Ridge Ski Resort is located in: Pinecrest, CA

Phone: (209) 965-3474

Website: http://www.dodgeridge.com/

About the Resort:

Dodge Ridge Ski Resort first opened its doors in 1951 and became an instant favorite with locals and with travelers. This nice resort goes all out to make you feel at home and there are plenty of activities there to keep the whole family busy. With numerous trails, five different terrain parks and plenty of snow, this is one resort that ranks very highly when it comes to quality skiing and snowboarding.

There are eight lifts that serve the trails, with three additional surface lifts. All told, there are currently 59 runs in operation and there is little danger of overcrowding, thanks to the sprawling trails and great set-up.

What You Need to Know:

Dodge Ridge is open from December through April, and their lift tickets are quite reasonable. The hours of operation are from 9am to 4pm throughout the season, and special discounts are frequently made available. The lodge is very well appointed and we found that the trails were all well maintained and closely patrolled. This is a very safe place to ski, and it offers enough variety to stay challenging, even for the best skiers.

Tips for Beginners:

Out of the 59 runs, only 20% are suitable for beginners. The terrain parks are a great place to start and there are plenty of lessons scheduled throughout the day with the on-staff pros. The resort is also very good with teaching children and there are special rental packages that include all the gear you need, as well as your lift tickets and instruction fees.

Since the trails are so well patrolled, this is a very beginner friendly resort, even though the majority of the runs are dedicated to intermediate and expert skiers. There are plenty of spots to learn cross country skiing as well as snowboarding, and this is a great place to get your feet wet so-to-speak, if you are completely new to skiing.

Fees:

Lift Tickets

Weekend/Holiday                                    Weekday

Full Day               1/2 Day             Full Day            1/2 Day

Adult   $48           $38                    $48                  $38

Junior  $15           $10                    $15                  $10

Senior  $15           $10                   $15                  $10

*Note: 1/2 day starts at 12:30

Season Passes:

Off-Season:

Adult (20-61): $349

Teen (13-19): $349

Youth (6-12): $139

Senior (62-81): $139

Pre-Season (November)

Adult (20-61): $449

Teen (13-19): $449

Youth (6-12): $169

Senior (62-81): $169

Normal Rates:

Adult (20-61): $649

Teen (13-19): $549

Youth (6-12): $249

Senior (62-81): $249

Rental Gear:

Adult               Junior              Senior

Ski Package                 $35                  $25                  $35

Snowboard Package    $35                 $30                  $35

How to Get There:


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From the greater Bay Area, follow I-580 East to the Tracy triangle, then take I-205 East through Tracy. Exit onto I-5 North, and then quickly take exit 461 onto CA-120 East to Manteca. Merge onto CA-99 North (also still CA-120 East), then quickly exit for Yosemite Avenue (CA-120 East). Turn right onto Yosemite Avenue (CA-120 East) and follow to Oakdale. In Oakdale, turn left onto CA-108/120 East. Follow CA-108 to Pinecrest, then follow the signs to Dodge Ridge.

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