Donner Summit is located on the south side of I-80 at the Castle Peak exit beyond Boreal Inn. Ski trails are on the north side of the freeway. Land adjoining the SNO-Park site is private property. No recreational use is allowed on the private property.
Recommended Activities: Cross-country skiing, dog sledding, and snow play. There are no hills for sledding at this location.
The SNO-Park program provides winter recreation at locations along the Sierra Nevada. Distinctive brown highway signs located along highways identify the SNO-Parks.
Each SNO-Park provides visitors access to snow-cleared parking lots and sanitation facilities. Snow conditions determine accessibility and opportunities available at each site.
SNO-Parks are open seasonally between November 1st and May 30th. Visitors are required to purchase and display a parking permit for each vehicle parked at a SNO-Park. Fees are $15 per day or $40 for the season.
