Kirkwood Overview

Kirkwood

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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

Summit

9800 Ft.
Vertical Drop

2000 Ft.
Base

7800 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

Contact Details

PO Box 1

Kirkwood, 95646

Phone: (209) 258-6000

info@kirkwood.com

Important Dates

Projected Opening Ski Season: Nov 24, 2011

Projected Closing Ski Season: May 6, 2012

Projected Days Open: 162

Days Open Last Year: 200

Years Open: 40

Average Snowfall: 600

Kirkwood Reviews

by rbericson Feb 19, 2012
- Overall Rating 4.0
- Family Friendly 4.0
- All Mtn. Terrain 4.0
- Terrain Park 0.0
- Nightlife 0.0
Better snow than other Tahoe resorts

Pros: Great mix of terrain, great snow
Cons: Few on-mountain food options, smaller than other Tahoe resorts
by mrgoalkey Mar 25, 2011
- Overall Rating 5.0
- Family Friendly 2.0
- All Mtn. Terrain 5.0
- Terrain Park 4.0
- Nightlife 2.0
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
by Mark Conner Dec 28, 2010
- Overall Rating 4.0
- Family Friendly 4.0
- All Mtn. Terrain 5.0
- Terrain Park 0.0
- Nightlife 4.0
Serious Snow

Pros: Lots of powder, cheap brews
Cons: Crowded lodge, long shuttle