Related Regions: Lake Tahoe, Sierra Nevada, South Lake Tahoe, Northern California, California, North America, United States
http://www.kirkwood.com (209) 258-6000
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by javruch - 16th March 2013
Pros: great terrain, no crowds, great snow
Cons: off the beaten path; hard to get to
A skiers mountain. No fancy precociousness. Come here to hit it hard. When the snow falls it's steep and deep. This mountain rivals some of the more famous ... Full review
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by rbericson - 19th February 2012
Pros: Great mix of terrain, great snow
Cons: Few on-mountain food options, smaller than other Tahoe resorts
Have skied Tahoe many times, but this was our first time at Kirkwood. Will definitely be back! In a low-snow year, Kirkwood had better coverage than the res... Full review
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by mrgoalkey - 25th March 2011
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
My home town ski resort. Little to no nightlife. Its all about those who want to ski and board. Lots of mapping needed if new because of flat spots and trav... Full review
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by Mark Conner - 28th December 2010
Pros: Lots of powder, cheap brews
Cons: Crowded lodge, long shuttle
I usually ski Heavenly or Sierra at Tahoe, but did a 1-day visit to Kirkwood having heard so much about it. After 8 feet of snow the previous couple of day... Full review
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by karenmizell - 27th December 2010
Pros: Epic snow, great terrain variety, no crowds, friendly staff
Cons: Less lodging/nightlife (but this helps keep the crowds down!)
Kirkwood is the best of the best for Tahoe, and those who have discovered it return year after year. It has a small-mountain, community vibe, but plenty of... Full review
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by kiwihusker - 27th December 2010
Pros: easy day trip from SF
Cons: pricing
Nothing like getting there early and getting to the backside for an hour of (almost) solitude. The drive from SF Area is relatively easy (if you like 4.30a... Full review
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