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Ski Resort Mt Rose Ski Tahoe in the Pony Express Territory: Position on map

Mt Rose Ski Tahoe

Trail Map Mt Rose Ski Tahoe

The Ski Resort

Mt Rose is right near Lake Tahoe.
Mt Rose is right near Lake Tahoe. © www.mtrose.com

At Mt Rose, only 25 miles from Reno, 485 ha of skiable terrain is waiting to be explored. Being the highest ski resort in the Lake Tahoe region, its carparks are at a higher elevation than other resorts' peaks. Hence, it boasts perfect snow conditions even on warmer spring days.

Mt Rose offers a great variety of slopes, ranging from absolute beginner runs to extremely difficult ones. Novices as well as experienced skiers and snowboarders will certainly get their money's worth. Furthermore, three terrain parks offer many great features to show off your skills.

At the local ski and snowboard school you will find a range of courses for all skill levels. Whether you're just getting started or are trying to reach the next leven, you are sure to find the help you need. One of Mt Rose's specialities are its Silver Ski Clinics. Those courses are especially designed to suit the needs of skiers over 50.

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Interesting facts

  • The vertical drop from summit to base is 1440 ft. The average difference in altitude between base and summit of Ski Resorts in the USA is 1230 ft. The ski resort takes you to an elevation of 9701 ft.
  • Average snow depth during the season is 67 " at summit elevation and 66 " at base elevation. Snow coverage is usually best during February, offering an average snow depth of 98 " at summit elevation and 98 " at the base.
  • Mt Rose Ski Tahoe features 87 sunny days on average per season. The average for all ski Resorts in the USA is 67 sunny days. December is the sunniest month with an average of 18 sunny days. This makes the ski resort one of the 10 sunniest in the USA.

Snow Safety & Snowmaking

Snowmaking Share
28%
Average snow depth of the last years (Summit)
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On Mountain Dining

Enjoy the sun while you treat yourself to some food and drinks.
Enjoy the sun while you treat yourself to some food and drinks.

Surely a day on the slopes will make you hungry sooner or later. At Mt Rose you have a whole bunch of options for on-mountain dining. Whether you just want to grab a slice of pizza, a salad or a sandwich, or you're looking for a hearty meal, you're sure to find the right spot. Winter's Creek Lodge is a special recommendation: enjoy delicious food while you relax on the sun terrace and savour the beautiful landscape surrounding you.

Must-Ski Runs

Longest Runs

Around the World
Length: 2.5 miles
Talabfahrt
Length: 2.2 miles
Vertical Drop: 1443.6 ft
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Videos

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Above the Clouds at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
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Bluebird Pow Day - Mt Rose Ski Tahoe - March 3, 2018
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FIRST POWDER DAY OF 2017 --- MT. ROSE SKI TAHOE

Infrastructure & Rental

Skischools

Freeride Lessons
Carving Lessons
Freestyle Lessons

Number of Ski Rental

Ski Depot
Sports Store
Ski Rental
Snowboard Rental

Getting here

Mt Rose is located only 25 minutes from Reno/Tahoe International Airport and 10 minutes from Incline Village. Shuttle busses make for easy and affordable transfer.

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About the author
last update on Nov 10, 2023
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Contact

Mt. Rose - Ski Tahoe
22222 Mt. Rose Highway
Nevada 89511
Reno
E-Mail
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Phone+1 800.SKI.ROSE

Comments

Rate the Ski Resort
Pat Hogan
on Dec 16, 2019
Mt. Rose has great terrain, great snow, short lift lines, and pretty good resort-style food. Season pass holder for 20+ years. We get windy days, but it’s usually in your face only half the time....
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Mountain Stats

Elevation8261 ft - 9701 ft
SeasonNovember - April
Opening DayNov 10, 2023
Closing DayApr 21, 2024
Capacity 15000 Persons/Hr.
Hours9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Lifts

8
6
2
Total 8

Skiable Terrain

1201 acres
Easy
Green Circle
Moderate
Blue Squared
Advanced
Black Diamond
Extreme
Double Diamond
Overall Slope Area 1201 acres
Number of Slopes 60

Weather (9701 ft)

Webcams

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Rates

$165
1 day adult $165
1 day youth $90
All rates & fees