A skier on a powder day in December off of the Far East chairlift at Palisades.
WHERE SKIERS ARE MADE
Spanning across centuries and into this new era at Palisades Tahoe, this land has constantly shaped those who call it home.
The spirit of these legendary mountains has a strong, unique influence that distinguishes skiers here from the rest. Advancements, victories, and revolutions in the sport happen here; 6,000 acres of iconic terrain creates an arena for limitless progression, whatever that means to you. This is where legends of the past shape the legends of the future. This is where skiers are made.
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Amie Engerbretson hiking at Squaw Valley
Headshot of Jeremy Jones from High Camp at Squaw Valley
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Palisades Tahoe athlete and Olympic Gold medalist Jonny Moseley
Amie Engerbretson hiking at Squaw Valley
Headshot of Jeremy Jones from High Camp at Squaw Valley
Headshot of JT Holmes
Headshot of Michelle Parker
Palisades Tahoe athlete and Olympic Gold medalist Jonny Moseley

This is home to more pro athletes than anywhere.

Generations of the world’s greatest call these mountains home. Olympians, champions, and ski movie stars all continue to chase down adventure across 6,000 acres of iconic terrain. Odds are you’ll even see some of them out there in the lift lines.
 
Mother and daughter snowboarding at Olympic Valley on a Spring Day
This is where the mountain is your greatest teacher
The incredible forces that lead to the formation of our legendary terrain continue to shape those who ski and ride it today. These mountains influence skiers and riders in a way that simply cannot be replicated elsewhere. The more time spent here, you will see the impact on yourself and those around you – we’re united in a path towards progression.
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Sunrise at Alpine Meadows with views of Lake Tahoe
Olympic Rings on the Funitel Building during a snow storm
Scenic sunrise on KT-22 at Squaw Valley
Scenics of KT-22 at Squaw Valley
Scenics sunrise at Alpine Meadows above the clouds
Scenics at Squaw Valley
Sunrise at Alpine Meadows with views of Lake Tahoe
Olympic Rings on the Funitel Building during a snow storm
Scenic sunrise on KT-22 at Squaw Valley
Scenics of KT-22 at Squaw Valley
Scenics sunrise at Alpine Meadows above the clouds

This is a legendary destination.

Since 1949, we’ve made a commitment to being the best. It’s grown from years of dedication to creating the ultimate playground for skiers and riders. With 400” of average snowfall, the most uphill capacity out of any resort in North America, views of Lake Tahoe from 80% of our lifts and a lively slopeside Village, your experience with us will be anything but ordinary.

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A skier hucks a cliff off Granite Chief while riders of the chairlift watch in the background.
This is the greatest show in skiing and snowboarding
6,000 acres of legendary terrain expands around you with breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe, serving as the setting for the greatest show in skiing. Our dedicated team prepares for the next opening bell while the energy of our passionate ski and ride community fills the arena. Watch the world’s greatest run their lines from your front row seat on the chairlift while you are ushered out of the wings and onto center stage.
Snowboarder riding down Siberia Bowl at Olympic Valley on a sunny April day Snowboarder riding down Siberia Bowl at Olympic Valley on a sunny April day
A skier on the chairlift takes a photo of a backflip happening right beneath him. A skier on the chairlift takes a photo of a backflip happening right beneath him.
Tim Humphreys snowboarding & airing a cliff into powder at Apine Meadows Tim Humphreys snowboarding & airing a cliff into powder at Apine Meadows
Hiking Granite Peak at Squaw Valley on a powder day Hiking Granite Peak at Squaw Valley on a powder day
Skiers and snowboarders race down KT-22's famous "fingers" on a powder day. Skiers and snowboarders race down KT-22's famous "fingers" on a powder day.
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Epic air under the funitel by a female skier on broken arrow at Squaw Valley Epic air under the funitel by a female skier on broken arrow at Squaw Valley
A skier does a backflip while a photographer takes a picture right behind them. A skier does a backflip while a photographer takes a picture right behind them.
Skiers and snowboarders at the top of the Palisades on a storm day. Skiers and snowboarders at the top of the Palisades on a storm day.
The gondola will connect our two legendary mountains.
The gondola will connect our two legendary mountains.

The base to base gondola

6,000 acres of skiable terrain. Uninterrupted. You no longer have to choose between the high-octane energy and legacy of Palisades, or the laid-back but adventurous vibe at Alpine. It’s now possible to explore all 6,000 acres of legendary terrain uninterrupted. The ability to create your own adventure at these two distinctly different, neighboring mountains has never been easier.
Iconic Palisades terrain that helped inspire the new resort name, with Lake Tahoe in the background
Iconic Palisades terrain that helped inspire the new resort name, with Lake Tahoe in the background
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Discover every nook and cranny – from Hot Wheels Gully to the high-elevation powder stashes off Granite Chief, and everything in between. Your options for exploration are endless.
A stunning powder day sunrise captured at Alpine.
A stunning powder day sunrise captured at Alpine.
Unreal Views
As you ascend nearly 2,000 vertical feet in the comfort of your gondola cabin, enjoy a front-row seat to stunning panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Crest that stretch all the way to Destination Wilderness.
Sherwood scenics off the backside of Alpine Meadows
Sherwood scenics off the backside of Alpine Meadows
New Access
With the ability to operate as one continuous lift spanning from Base to Base or as two separate lifts from each base area to the top of KT-22, there’s a new way to experience Palisades Tahoe.

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