As a winter retreat for
lovers of the Sierra Nevada, Cal Lodge is a rustic, un-staffed lodge situated
on a hill overlooking Sugar Bowl Resort.
Snowshoeing and
cross-country skiing start right out the door. The lodge is centered in the
middle of 4 ski resorts with weekend shuttle service. Soda Springs boasts the
highest snowfall of any town in the Lake Tahoe region with an average of 500
inches per year.
The Cal Lodge is enjoyed
by a variety of people including: friends, school groups, families,
businesses, scouting organizations, etc. The lodge sleeps up to 40 guests.
Guests bring their own bedding, towels, toiletries, and food.
The lodge has a fully
equipped kitchen, two sleeping lofts with new mattresses, two large shower
areas, and bathrooms. A large stone wood burning fireplace, and new big screen
TV provide a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Nearby dining options
include Donner Ski Ranch and The Summit Restaurant both located on Donner Summit.
Cal Lodge is 2.3 miles
east of Interstate 80 (exit 174) on Donner Pass Road in Soda Springs, CA. There
is a loading zone near the entrance to the lodge and Parking is located across
the street.
Rates:
The Winter rate for the
lodge starts at $900 per night and up based on availability, for up to 40 people. There is a $375 cleaning
fee and an $895 refundable security deposit required per stay. Snowshoe and
cross-country ski rentals as well as a sledding hill are available on property
at the neighboring Clair Tappaan Lodge.
Reservations:
Reservation requests are
accepted by calling 408-297-5202 or emailing the request to reservations@callodge.com.
A valid credit card must be provided when making the reservation. 50%
deposit is required when making the reservation, full payment due 21 days prior
to arrival.
