Palisades Tahoe
California, USA
1960 Olympic host with KT-22's steeps, 6,000 acres across two mountains and Lake Tahoe views.
Palisades Tahoe is Lake Tahoe's most iconic ski resort, combining the legendary steeps of KT-22 and the Palisades with 6,000 acres of diverse terrain across two interconnected mountains. Home to the 1960 Winter Olympics, it offers everything from gentle groomers to death-defying cliff drops, world-class terrain parks, and stunning Lake Tahoe views. The massive skiable acreage and varied terrain make it a playground for all ability levels.
Palisades Tahoe at a glance
- Base elevation: 6,200 ft
- Summit elevation: 9,050 ft
- Vertical drop: 2,850 ft
- Skiable terrain: 6,000 acres
- 288 runs and 39 lifts
- Average annual snowfall: 400 inches
- Ski passes: Ikon Pass
- Nearest major airport: RNO
On this page: the 16-day snow forecast, getting there from the airport, flights, hotels and lift tickets for Palisades Tahoe.