RESERVE 'N SKI parking reservations are required starting December 20. Parking reservations are required at Heavenly on weekends (Saturday – Sunday) and peak periods at the California Base Area parking lot. The fastest way to enter the Heavenly ski area is by taking the gondola from Heavenly Village. However, parking here is limited. You can park in the parking garage or at the nearby casino parking lots. The Heavenly Gondola is within walking distance from many hotels in South Lake Tahoe. Heavenly does not offer parking passes. You do need to make a reservation to park on weekends and Holidays. This will ensure you have a. This route is a great option for free parking at California Lodge Monday - Friday when accessing the Heavenly Village. Reservation paid parking is available at California Lodge up to noon on the weekends and Holidays. A flat fee of $20 will be required for cars with three or fewer passengers. After 11:30am, all parking in this lot will be free and no reservations will be required. Parking is Free at our California Lodge, Boulder Lodge and Stagecoach Lodge. Parking is available at a cost by the City of Tahoe at the Heavenly Village to access the Gondola. This route is a great option for free parking at California Lodge Monday - Friday when accessing the Heavenly Village. Reservation paid parking is available at California Lodge up to noon on the weekends and Holidays. Parking is Free at our California Lodge, Boulder Lodge and Stagecoach Lodge. Parking is available at a cost by the City of Tahoe at the Heavenly Village to access the Gondola. For our customers’ convenience, the City of South Lake Tahoe provides a covered parking garage with easy access to the Heavenly Village. Daily rates and information can be found on the City of South Lake Tahoe’s website. Any additional vehicle in the garage must pay for their own parking.