TMC 2022-2023 Winter Guide
Celebrate Snowy Season with Us!
Embrace the outdoors and immerse yourself in nature, that’s the Tahoe way of life. Whether it’s your first time visiting the region or you’ve been coming here your whole life, there is always something new to discover. Use this guide to plan your activities, find a new secret spot, and unlock unforgettable mountain moments.
Member Events
Holiday Celebrations and Member Activations
Get the most out of your Membership by attending a Member Event. It’s a great way to meet new people, gain new experiences, and have fun on a winter’s day.
Featured Events
Full winter event calendar to be unveiled at the TMC Winter Preview. Sign-up below or check this page following Winter Preview.
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Tahoe Mountain Club’s home base and your hub of winter activity. If you are ever looking for something fun to do, go here first and inquire with our friendly Member Services Staff
Member Services: 530-550-3800
Bearfoot Bar & Grill
Located inside The Pavilion
Hours
Bearfoot Bar & Grill
Monday- Friday 3 pm-8 pm
Saturday & Sunday 11 am-8 pm
Chef David’s new menu features food to warm the heart and soul. Perfect after a long day in the cold outdoors.
Tonight, Let Us Do The Cooking!
Go from hungry to happy in just a few taps with TMC Takeout at Bearfoot Bar & Grill.
Pool and Hot Tubs
Located behind the Pavilion
Hours
Pool & Hot Tubs
Daily* 6:30 am – 8 pm
*In the event that high temperatures are forecasted to remain below 42 degrees, the adult pool will be covered and closed. The hot tub will remain open.
Enjoy the Lap (Pool) of Luxury
Soak in the comfortable 82-degree water while taking in the surrounding snowy landscape or getting in a winter workout. The Adult Pool is open to lap swimmers of all ages throughout the winter season.
Pavilion Hot Tubs
There is no better way to relax after a long day of skiing than soaking in perfect-temperature water. Lucky for you, there are two hot tubs to choose from at the TMC Pavilion. Soothe your muscles and enjoy a cocktail from nearby Bearfoot Bar & Grill. It doesn’t get much better than this.
Pavilion Fitness Center
Upstairs at the Pavilion
Hours
Fitness Center
Daily 6:30 am – 8 pm
Get Your Sweat On!
Offering a variety of weight machines, Peloton bikes, treadmills, and rowing machines, the Pavilion Fitness Center is here to ensure your time away from home doesn’t turn into a time of regret. Plus, if you workout, you can eat whatever you want… right?
Fitness Classes
Sit in practice in a yoga class, improve your flexibility in foam roll and stretch, or get some cardio in a HIIT class. Guided fitness instruction is available Sunday – Friday.
Fitness Class Schedule
Kid’s Camp
Located inside the Pavilion
Hours
Day Camps
Half-Day Morning 9 am – 1 pm
Half-Day Afternoon 1 pm – 5 pm
Full Day 9 am – 5 pm
Winter Day Camps
Help your child Unlock Unforgettable Mountain Moments at Tahoe Mountain Club’s Kids Club Day Camp! Join us for a morning or full day of fun as we have a great day at the Pavilion with crafts, games, outdoor play and exploration, and more.
Half Day: $40
Full Day: $ 75
Hours
Drop Off
Daily 9 am – 5 pm
Drop Off at Kids Camp
Get in a workout, get some work done, or enjoy some alone time while we watch the kids. Drop-Off is a complimentary service where the first 90 minutes of childcare is offered free to Tahoe Mountain Club Members.
Old Whitewood
Groomed Nordic Trails
Experience up to 2 miles of ultimate winter bliss through Old Whitewood’s network of cross-country ski, skate ski, snowshoe, and fat-tire bike trails. Borrowing it’s name from the golf course hidden underneath, Old Whitewood appears when Old Greenwood is buried in freshly fallen Sierra snow.
Old Whitewood Trails
Located on the Old Greenwood Golf Course
All trails start at the end of Trapper’s Circle in the Old Greenwood neighborhood.
Driving Range Loop
Distance: 1 Mile
Difficulty: Easy
See green trail on trail map.
Holes 2, 3, 4, & 5
Distance: 1.5 Miles
Difficulty: More Difficult
See blue trail on trail map.
Both Loops
Distance: 2 Miles
Difficulty: Difficult
Travel the green loop, then the blue loop, or vice versa.
Trail Use Rules
- Cross-country skis or snowshoes required.
- Snowshoes can be borrowed at The Pavilion
- Follow the trail etiquette guide
- Clean-up after your pets
- Pack out your trash and pet waste
- Stay away from golf course greens (roped-off areas)
- Restrooms available at The Pavilion. No on-trail facilities available.
- Go at your own risk. There is no ski patrol.
Trail Etiquette Guide
Alpine Club
Your Private Clubhouse in The Village at Northstar
Open Nov 12 – April 16
Shuttle Bus
Between Old Greenwood and Northstar
DAILY Northstar OG Shuttle
DAILY
| Old Greenwood to Northstar | Trip #1 | Trip #2 | Trip #3 |
| Lookout Loop and Frontier Trail | 7:12 am | 8:42 am | 10:42 am |
| Lookout Loop and Trapper’s Trail | 7:14 am | 8:44 am | 10:44 am |
| Lookout Loop and Caleb Drive (north) | 7:16 am | 8:46 am | 10:46 am |
| Lookout Loop and Caleb Drive (south) | 7:18 am | 8:48 am | 10:48 am |
| Lookout Loop and Settler’s Lane | 7:20 am | 8:50am | 10:50 am |
| Legacy Court Cul-De-Sac | 7:24 am | 8:54 am | 10:54 am |
| TMC Pavilion | 7:30 am | 9:00 am | 11:00 am |
| Entrance Cabins | 7:32 am | 9:02 am | 11:02 am |
| Arrive at Northstar | 7:50 am | 9:25 am | 11:25 am |
| Northstar to Old Greenwood | Trip #1 | Trip #2 | Trip #3 | Trip #4 | Trip #5 |
| Northstar Shuttle Stop | 8:00am | 10:10 am | 2:30 pm | 4:00 pm | 5:30 pm |
Ski Valet
Located downstairs at Alpine Club
Hours
Ski Valet
Daily 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Ski Valet
Bring your skis to Northstar at the beginning of the season, and we’ll hold them for your all season long. Ski Valet at Alpine Club makes your mornings quicker, your walks to and from the car easier, and your ski experience less of a hassle.
Reserve your pickup by 5 pm the day before you plan to ski and we’ll have your gear laid out for you when you arrive.
Gear Storage
Cubbies are available for gear storage both upstairs and downstairs at Alpine Club. Feel free to store your gear here during your ski day. If you are looking for season-long storage, Member lockers are available for lease.
Ski Tuning
Skiing and boarding is more fun when your gear is well taken care of. If your edges dull or bases in need of a wax, no worries! Let us know and we’ll get them tuned up overnight and ready for the next morning.
Alpine Club Restaurant
Located upstairs at Alpine Club
Hours
Alpine Club Restaurant
Complimentary Hot Beverages
8 am – 11 am
Breakfast 8 am – 11 am
Lunch 11 am – 5 pm
Bar 8 am – 5 pm
Dine In
Warm up with a bowl of chili or share apps with your whole crew. Alpine Club is your après location to meet friends and reflect on an awesome day on the slopes.
Hang Out
Tucked away above The Village at Northstar, Alpine Club provides respite from the hustle and bustle below. No matter if it’s a groomer day or a blue-bird pow day, Alpine Club is your escape from the action. Have a drink, take a nap, or hop on a conference call. This is your clubhouse, use it how you see fit.
Schaffer’s Camp
An incredible venue meets an unforgettable dining experience.
Open Dec 16 – April 9 (Reservations open Dec 3)
Reservations & Walk-ins
Days
Schaffer’s Camp
Weekly Schedule
Thurs-Mon
Dec. 22 – Jan 2.
Daily (Closed Christmas Day)
Feb. 16 – Feb. 27
Daily
Hours
Schaffer’s Camp
Complimentary Coffee & Cocoa
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Beverage Service
11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Dining Service Seatings
11:00 AM – 2:15 PM
Last Gondola
4:00 PM
Reservations Recommended
for dining room seating
Schaffer’s Camp reservations are available at 7 AM, two weeks in advance of a reservation (Book Dec. 16 on Dec. 3, Dec. 17 on Dec. 4, etc. Reservation Date – 13 days = Bookable Day). They can be booked online at or by using the Tahoe Mountain Club app. For help booking reservations, call Schaffer’s Camp during listed operating hours, or call Member Services. Parties with more than 8 people should email tdeal@tahoemountainclub.com to book.
Walk-ins Welcome
in bar (21+) or on deck
The best way to dine at Schaffer’s Camp is with a reservation, but if you decide last minute to treat yourself, we’ll do our best to accommodate. Walk-ins are welcome to dine either in the bar (21+) or on the Schaffer’s back deck (weather permitting). Walk-ins will be seated in the dining room only if space and staffing allows.
Cancellation Policy
While reservations are the best way to enjoy Schaffer’s Camp, they’re only effective if people actually show up. To ensure all Members have fair access to their Schaffer’s Camp benefit, any no-show or reservation canceled less than 24 hours in advance will be charged a $75 cancellation fee. Additionally, Members who repeatedly choose not to cancel in advance and/or no show for a reservation will be blocked from making future reservations.
Arrival
Getting To Schaffer’s
From the Village at Northstar, board the Big Spring Gondola (7 mins). Once at Mid-Mountain, walk across the snow to Tahoe Zephyr Express. Don’t wait in the line with skiers and riders, instead, wait on the platform between the chairlift and the lift shack. Every 3 minutes or so there will be a gondola to Schaffer’s Camp (8 mins). Once at the top, walk down the stairs and straight across the snow to Schaffer’s Camp. Look for the Tahoe Mountain Club signs.
Lift Ticket Required
A ticket is required to board both chairlifts mentioned above. If you already have a day ticket or season pass, that will suffice. If you do not, we are happy to provide a complimentary walking pass. Just ask for one at Ski Valet at Alpine Club.
Note: Walking passes are only available to folks with a Schaffer’s Camp reservation.
Schaffer’s Camp Location
Located at 7910′ above sea level at the top of Northstar California, getting to Schaffer’s Camp requires some logistics.
Dining at Schaffer’s Camp
Elevated Cuisine
At Schaffer’s Camp, we’ve redefined ski resort dining. Here, you won’t be limited to burgers and chicken tenders. Instead, enjoy made-to-order dishes such as Hamachi Poke, Vietnamese Pho, and Wood-Fired Skuna Bay Salmon. With a menu like this, the only thing better is the cocktails.
Express Buffet
In a hurry or want to dine on a variety of different items, we’ve got a solution for that! The Express Buffet at Schaffer’s Camp offers soups, salads, pizzas, and a chef’s entrée. Just let a server know you’ll be dining at the express buffet and they’ll get you settled up and on your way.
Get Comfortable
A true Schaffer’s Camp experience is about more than just the food. It’s about reaching ultimate relaxation so you’re re-energized when you get back out on the mountain. For the best experience, ditch your wet clothing in the coat room and trade cold ski boots for cozy slippers. It’s the most comfortable way to dine.
Enjoy The View
An incredible venue meets an unforgettable dining experience. With some of the best views in the region, Schaffer’s Camp is set above the treetops and looks out at the Sierra Crest. With floor-to-ceiling windows in the main dining room and panoramic views on the deck, you’ll find it hard to not be distracted during your meal.
