Located on State Route 89 (SR 89), 18 miles south of Interstate 80 and 3 miles south of Tahoe City. It is on the west side of SR 89 at the end of a short access road. Blackwood Canyon Sno-Park is set back from the lake in the rugged Blackwood Canyon within the Kaspian Recreation Area. Blackwood Creek runs through the relatively flat canyon, which becomes steeper as you progress through the canyon floor. Barker Pass Road serves as a trail for snowmobiling and cross-country skiers, and the top of the pass offers views of the canyon below. Barker Pass, Stanford Rock, Ellis Peak, and Blackwood Ridge are prominent downhill ski locations that are not easily accessible but offer excellent backcountry experience and can be reached by snowmobiles.
- Amenities: Snowmobile trails, cross-country ski trails, dog sledding, and limited snow play. Not much room for Sledding as the site is in a heavily wooded area. Restroom on-site.
- For more information call 530-543-2600.
The California Department of Parks and Recreation operates 18 SNO-PARK sites state-wide that provide snow-cleared parking lots with sanitation facilities and access to snow play areas, cross-country ski and snowmobile trails. Snow-cleared parking lots cannot be guaranteed on a daily basis because of weather conditions and snow plowing priorities.
Permit is required from November 1 - May 30. $15 per day/$40 for season. Purchase online .
Permits must be displayed on the left side of the dashboard, and clearly seen from the outside of the vehicle. Permits are non-refundable and non-transferable, and parking at a Sno-Park without a permit may result in a $94.50 fine. California Sno-Park permits are also valid in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
Parking is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Sanitation facilities are provided at each of the parks. Camping, littering, and over-night parking are prohibited.
The Sno-Parks are located in areas that can experience road closures in harsh weather conditions. Call CalTrans at 1-800-427-7623 or check the CalTrans website to get information on roadway conditions when planning your trip, and carry chains and a shovel. Winter recreation can be hazardous, so it is important you consider your skill level, wear proper clothing, have respect for the terrain and park rules and regulations, and adhere to posted warnings for your safety.
