Latest Snowfall
Last 24 Hr
0 in.
Last 48 Hr
0 in.
Last 72 Hr
0 in.
Current Weather
Feb 7
Cloudy
34°F / 1°C
Related Regions: California, Lake Tahoe, Northern California, Sierra Nevada, South Lake Tahoe
Kirkwood
Kirkwood
With a base elevation of 7,800 feet, Kirkwood is the highest starting point of any major resort in Lake Tahoe. Locals and fans say Kirkwood catches the best snowstorms streaming in to the Sierra. There are 2,300 acres for skiing and riding, 65 trails, two high speed quads and top to bottom snowmaking on four runs.
Elevation
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Summit9800 Ft.
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Vertical Drop2000 Ft.
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Base7800 Ft.
Terrain
Beginner Runs
15%
Intermediate Runs
50%
Advanced Runs
20%
Expert Runs
15%
Longest Run
2.5
Skiable Terrain
2300
Snow Making
N/A
Lifts
- Total Number Of Lifts: 12
- Gondolas & Trams: 0
- High Speed Sixes: 0
- High Speed Quads: 1
- Quad Chairs: 2
- Triple Chairs: 6
- Double Chairs: 1
- Surface Lifts: 2
Common Misspellings
Kiirkwood, Kirckwood, Kirkwood, Kirkwoood, Kirrkwood, Krkwood, Kurkwood
Important Dates
Projected Days Open: 162
Days Open Last Year: 200
Years Open: 40
Average Snowfall: 600
Kirkwood Reviews
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Kirkwood grown
Pros: Choices oh the choices, little to no gapers, beautiful, powder central, difficult terrain for anyone
Cons: really 1 high speed lift, Best terrain is not easily returned from. too much powder -
Serious Snow
Pros: Lots of powder, cheap brews
Cons: Crowded lodge, long shuttle -
Favorite mountain EVER!
Pros: Epic snow, great terrain variety, no crowds, friendly staff
Cons: Less lodging/nightlife (but this helps keep the crowds down!)
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