Winter Sports and Activities in Shaver Lake

 Starting around Thanksgiving each year, what was just a few months ago a busy summer resort area transforms itself into a winter playground for those who love the white stuff and all the fun opportunities it brings. From most anywhere, you see snow-covered mountains as far as the eye can see.

For the skiers and boarders, there is China Peak Mountain Resort, a quality resort overlooking Huntington Lake. They offer all the services you would want in a ski resort including great customer service and well-managed facilities and services.  Scroll down to see the details of China Peak’s mountain and their resort services.

There are many miles of groomed snowmobile, cross-country skiing and snow-show trails. If you haven’t snowmobiled, you haven’t lived!

Sno-Parks provide parking and a jump-off point for snow play in the forest between Shaver Lake and China Peak. These very affordable fee-based areas are mostly utilized by families with children sledding and tubing down snow covered slopes. SO much fun. Bring the camera and a change of clothes for the kids. They will have a big smile on their faces, but will be wet and cold in no time! In many cases you won’t have to travel at all to find a great hill for sledding. Most properties will have a nice little hill nearby that can easily be transformed into the perfect sled run!

China Peak Mountain Resort
China Peak Mountain Resort is Central California’s premier destination for winter time fun.  China Peak is located 65 miles northeast of Fresno and 20 miles from Shaver Lake on Highway 168.  China Peak features 7 chair lifts, 2 rope tows, a mid-mountain lodge and 2 full day lodges at the bottom of the hill. China Peak has an equipment rental shop, ski and boarding lessons for all ages and skill levels. The mountain has a great variety of runs and lots of open powder as well. For boarders looking for a little fun, China Peak’s Snowboard park will fit the bill nicely. 

Snowmaking and an excellent grooming program keep the runs in excellent condition all season. A full range of lessons and packages are offered for skiing and boarding. A great family resort; central California’s favorite!

Hours: 9am to 4pm daily, weather and conditions permitting.

Base Elevation: 7030 feet

Top Elevation: 8709 feet

Vertical Feet: 1679 feet

Lifts: 6 chair lifts, 2 handle tows, 1 T-bar

Trails: 40+

Longest Run: Academy, 2.25 miles

Special Terrain: 3 Freestyle parks, Halfpipe, Family Fun zones

Snowmaking: On at least one major run off of each lift

Terrain Rating: Beginner-11%, Low Intermediate-28%, Intermediate-33%, Advanced-28%