Peak Elevation
8,852 ft
2,698 m
Vertical Drop
2,212 ft
674 m
Skiable Area
2,000 ac
809 ha
Avg Snowfall
480 in
1219 cm
Lifts
17
Sierra-at-Tahoe Weather Forecast
About
Sierra-at-Tahoe sits on the south side of Lake Tahoe in California's Sierra Nevada, off Highway 50 near Echo Summit. It drops 2,212 feet across 2,000 acres of mostly tree-lined intermediate terrain and averages around 480 inches of snow a year. Open since 1946, the resort is known for its tree skiing and its terrain parks, and it reopened after rebuilding from the 2021 Caldor Fire.
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Operated by Sculptor Capital Management
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Sierra-at-Tahoe have?
Sierra-at-Tahoe has 17 ski lifts.
What is the vertical drop at Sierra-at-Tahoe?
Sierra-at-Tahoe has a vertical drop of 2,212 feet (674 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Sierra-at-Tahoe?
The summit of Sierra-at-Tahoe sits at 8,852 feet (2,698 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Sierra-at-Tahoe have?
Sierra-at-Tahoe has 14 marked trails.
How big is the skiable terrain at Sierra-at-Tahoe?
Sierra-at-Tahoe covers 2,000 acres (809 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Sierra-at-Tahoe offer night skiing?
No, Sierra-at-Tahoe does not offer night skiing.
Does Sierra-at-Tahoe have snowmaking?
Yes, Sierra-at-Tahoe has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Sierra-at-Tahoe get each year?
Sierra-at-Tahoe averages around 480 inches (1219 cm) of snowfall per season.