Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©

Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!

Today is April 3.

Shaping up to be a Beautiful FUNDAY MONDAY with Spring Conditions… Don’t forget

TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Partly Cloudy Skies in the morning then becoming sunny. Highs: 46F to 56F. Northwest winds around 10 mph shifting to the northeast in the afternoon. Ridge gusts up to 55 mph.
TONIGHT: Clear in the evening then becoming partly cloudy. Lows: 20F to 30F. North winds up to 10 mph in the evening becoming light. Ridge gusts up to 50 mph.
TUESDAY: Mostly Cloudy. Highs: 51F to 61F. Light winds.

WHAT TO WEAR: Dress in Light Layers with a Jacket or outer Shell. Take a hat or beanie and wear a Helmet for Safety. Also wear Good Sunglasses or Goggles. Don’t forget to use Sunscreen & Chapstick when the sun is out and Stay Hydrated at altitude!

SURFACE CONDITIONS: Surface Conditions are Spring Conditions with Machine Groomed & Skier-Rider Firm Packed Snow – Softening with day-time temps…

SAFETY MESSAGE: Stay on designated Opened Trails only. Keep an Eye Out for Marked and Unmarked Obstacles. Slow Down and observe safety signs on trails with high
concentration of skiers and riders… Know the Code! Do not Ski or Ride above your ability level… Always stay in control. Be able to avoid objects and people in your Path! Please stop to side of the run where it is safe and always check uphill for skiers and riders before restarting down hill. If you go off-piste, always ski & ride with a buddy!

IF YOU VENTURE IN TO THE BACK COUNTRY “KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!” For more info: http://sierraavalanchecenter.org

SOUTH SHORE LAKE TAHOE & SURROUNDING AREAS

*HEAVENLY MOUNTAIN RESORT: Is reporting a base of 131-183”. 24 Lifts & Tows are scheduled to operate (9-4)-WWP, with Mtn. Access is from all 4 Base Facilities, including the Gondola, California Base, Stagecoach & Boulder Lodges… 12 Lifts & Tows are scheduled to turn in California, including Gunbarrel, Powderbowl, Canyon & Sky Express. 12 Lifts are scheduled to turn in Nevada, including Boulder & Stagecoach, Comet, Tamarack & Dipper, Olympic, North Bowl & Mott Canyon. 91 Trails are open (59MG) + Killebrew & Mott Canyon. High Roller & Groove T-Parks open. (MG & SKR FP Softening / 24F / Clear / Lt-Mod Winds). Tubing open (11-4). Hosting their Spring Loaded 2017 schedule of events with Super Hero’s Costume Day, Live DJ Cat @ East Peak (1-3), Live Band Outside Tamarack Lodge (3-5) , Wing Eating Contest at East Peak Lodge (2-3) & Lift Attendee Snow Sculpture Contest Winners announced today. Complimentary Shuttles running to all open base facilities. (Hwy 207:) Additional Parking at Hard Rock Casino with shuttles… Call Ahead for updates: 1-800-HEAVENLY / www.skiheavenly.com

*SIERRA AT TAHOE: (Hwy 50:) Is reporting a base depth of 114-200”. 8 Lifts & Tows are scheduled to operate (9-4)-WWP, including Grandview to the top of the Front Side, Short Stuff & El Dorado on the Back Side and the West Bowl scheduled to open. 44 runs open with (31MG). 6 Freestyle T-Parks & ½ Pipe open. (MG & SKR FP- Softening / 32F / Clear / Lt Winds). Snow Shoe Trails, Snow Play area & Tubing Hill are open today. Hosting B4BC on April 8. Unlimited 2016/17 Season Pass on Sale for $329. Complimentary Shuttles are running from So Shore… For more info call: 530-659-7475 / www.sierraattahoe.com

*HOPE VALLEY OUTDOORS / CROSS COUNTRY: (Hwy 88/89: Luther Pass – Pickett’s Junction:) is open and reports a base of 30-50”. The Yurt is open (10-4:30) at Pickett’s Junction for XC & Snowshoe rentals. 10 miles of Groomed XC & Snowshoe trails available and over 30km of Skier-Packed trails including Red Lake & Carson Pass areas. There are no fees to access trails in Hope Valley, but donations are gladly accepted… Annual Gear Sale going on thru end of season… For more info call: 530-721-2015 / www.hopevalleyoutdoors.com

*KIRKWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT: (Hwy 88:) is reporting a base depth of 210-230”. 11 Lifts & Tows are scheduled to operate (9-4)-WWP, including, Chairs #1. #5, # 11, #6 & #10 on the Front Side out of the Village; Chairs #2, Vista Tow, #3 & #4 to the Back Side; Plus Chair #7 & #9 at Timber Creek Lodge to turn. 86 runs are scheduled to open (32MG). Bandit & Outlaw T-Parks Open. (MG & SKR FP-Softening / 27F / Clear / Lt-Mod Winds). Kirkwood XC Center is open with 60KM of trails including Meadow loop & Schneider Camp. Hosting North American Junior Freeride Championships April 5-8. Open thru April 16. Call Ahead for updates: 877-KIRKWOOD / www.kirkwood.com

NEVADA & EAST SHORE RESORTS

*DIAMOND PEAK: (Hwy 28:) Is reporting a base depth of 96-144”. 4 Lifts & Tow are scheduled to operate (9-4)-WWP, including Crystal Express to the top, Lakeview, Lodgepole & Schoolhouse Lifts. 31 runs are open (19MG). 2 Terrain Parks open. (MG & SKR FP – Softening / 32F / Clear / Lt-Mod Winds). Open thru April 23. For more info call: 775-831-1177 / www.diamondpeak.com

*MT. ROSE SKI TAHOE: (Hwy 431:) is reporting on a base of 213”. 7 Lifts & Tows are scheduled to turn (9-4)-WWP, including Wizard & Flying Jenny at the bottom… plus, Northwest 6 to the top of Rose Side; and Blazing Zephyr to top of Slide Side. Chuter Lift & Chutes Gates are on Delayed opening today. 50 Runs are open (40MG). 3 Terrain Parks open. (MG & SKR FP-Softening / MClear / 36F / Lt-Mod Winds). Hosting BrewSki on April 8. Call Ahead for updates: 800-SKIROSE / www.skirose.com

TRUCKEE AREA RESORTS

*NORTHSTAR CALIFORNIA: (Hwy 267:) is reporting n a base depth of 88-177”. 11 Lifts & Tows are scheduled to operate (8:30-4)-WWP, with access to the Front Side, Back Side & Look Out Mtn. 98 Runs are open. (61MG), Plus all 7 Glades Areas are open. 5 T-Parks open with 129 Features… 18’ Half Pipe open, Plus, 3 Kid’s Adventure Parks open. (MG & SKR FP-Softening / 32F / Clear / Lt Winds). XC Center is scheduled to open (8:30-4) with 23 trails = 32.5 km of groomed tracks. Tubing Center is Closed (12-4). The Village Ice Rink is scheduled to open (12-9). Spring it On Events going on. Open thru April 23. Call Ahead for updates: 530-562-1330 / www.northstarcalifornia.com

*TAHOE DONNER SKI AREA: is reporting a base depth of 160-175”. 5 Lifts & Tow will turn (9-4). 18 runs open (14MG). Mini T-Park open. (MG & FP-Softening / Clear / 29F / Lt Winds). Scheduled to stay open thru April 16.

*TAHOE DONNER XC: is OPEN (8:30-5:00) reporting a base of 55”. 64 Trails = 90 km are open for XC Skiing & Snowshoeing. Fat tire biking okay today till 11am & Dog trails open with ticket. (Clear/ 29F / Lt Winds). For more info Call: 530-587-9484 / www.skitahoedonner.com

DONNER SUMMIT RESORTS

*BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT: (I-80:) Is reporting a base depth of 179”. 5 Lifts are scheduled to operate (9-4), Including Accelerator to the Top, plus, Castle Peak turning till 9:00pm. Nugget & Flying Dutchman… 33 Runs open (8MG). 5 T-Parks open plus ½ Pipe. (MG & SKR FP-Softening / Clear/ 32F / Lt-Mod Winds). Woodward Tahoe Training open daily. For more info: 530-426-3666 / www.rideboreal.com

*SODA SPRINGS WINTER RESORT: (I-80:/ to Hwy 40:) Is open Thurs-Mondays… Reporting a base of 100-181”. 2 Lifts & Tows scheduled to operate (10-4) including Lion’s Head Chair & Crystal Bowl. 11 Trails open (9MG). Plus, Planet Kids, Tube Carousel & Tube Town are open. (MG & SKR FP-Softening / Clear / 32F / Lt Winds). Mini Snowmobiles & Sleigh Rides are open. Call Ahead. 530-426-3901 www.skisodasprings.com

*ROYAL GORGE XC: (I-80:/ to Hwy 40:) Is open (8:30-4) and reports a base of 60”. 66 Groomed Tracks open = 98Km of groomed trails open. (Clear / 28F / Lt Winds). They are North America’s Largest Cross Country Skiing Resort offering 8 distinct Trail Systems, 9 different Warming Huts over 6000 Acres of terrain. Open thru April 16. 530-426-3871 / www.royalgorge.com

*SUGAR BOWL SKI RESORT: (I-80: to Hwy 40: / Hwy 40 from Truckee:) Is reporting a base of 111-203”. 8 Lifts & Tows are scheduled to operate (9-4)-WWP, including Lincoln, Christmas Tree, Disney, Crow’s Peak, Nob Hill & Jerome Hill. 85 Runs are open (51MG) (MG & SKR FP-Softening / Clear / 26F / Lt-Mod Winds). Access will be from the Judah Portal & Gondola. Planning to Stay Open thru April 23. For more info: 530-426-1111 / www.sugarbowl.com

*DONNER SKI RANCH: (Hwy 40: – from I-80: / from Truckee:) Is reporting a base of 118-135”. 4 Lifts & Tows (TBA) will operate (9-4)-WWP. 35 Runs are open (15MG). (MG & SKR FP-Softening / Clear / 32F / Lt-Mod Winds). Old School Days Tues-Thurs with $40 Lift Tickets. Tubing Hill is Open today (10-4). For more info: 530-426-3635 / www.donnerskiranch.com

WEST SHORE / NORTHLAKE TAHOE RESORTS

*HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT: (Hwy 89: / Emerald Bay Road:) is reporting a base depth of 101-215”. 6 Lifts & tows are scheduled to turn (9-4)-WWP, including, Ellis Chair, Madden Chair & Old Homewood Express. 53 runs are open (29MG). (MG & SKR FP-Softening / Clear / 34F / Lt Winds). Open through April 16. For more info: Guest services: 530-525-2992. Snow Phone: 530-525-2900 / www.skihomewood.com

*GRANLIBAKKEN RESORT: (Hwy 89:) Ski & Snowboard Hill is open (9-4) Fridays thru Mondays… Ski Hill is Open today… They report a base of 48”. They have 2 Beginner Tows and Terrain open. Their XC Trails, Sledding & Snow Play are Open daily. (9-4:30). (MG & SR Pkd / Clear/ 29F / Lt Winds). Open thru April 17. Call Ahead: 530-581-7533 / www.granlibakken.com

*TAHOE XC CENTER: (Hwy 28:) Is open (8:30-5) and reports a base of 70”. They have 55Km of Groomed trails for Classic XC, Ski Skating & Snowshoeing. Plus, 3 Dog Trails and 2 warming huts open. Open thru April 15. (Clear / 35F / Lt Winds).

*TAHOE CITY WINTER SPORTS PARK: (Hwy 28: – Tahoe City) Will continue to be operated by Tahoe XC with TCPUD. They are CLOSED for the remainder of the season. For more info: 530-583-1516 / www.wintersportspark.com

*ALPINE MEADOWS: (Hwy 89:) is reporting a base of 129-201”. 13 Lifts & Tows are scheduled to turn (9-4)-WWP, including Summit Six & Alpine Bowl, Roundhouse, Lakeview, Kangaroo, Scott & Sherwood. 78 Runs are scheduled to open (43MG). (MG & SKR FP-Softening / 27F / Clear / Lt Winds). Squaw-Alpine Express Shuttle Running between resorts offered. For more info: 530-581-8374 / www.skialpine.com

*SQUAW VALLEY: (Hwy 89:) is reporting a base of 104-240”. 23 Lifts & Tows are scheduled to operate (9-4)-WWP, with 12 Lifts & Tows scheduled to operate from the Base including Aerial Tram & Funitel for access to upper mountain. KT22, Far East, Red Dog & Squaw Creek scheduled to turn. 11 Lifts scheduled for the Upper Mtn., including Big Blue, Shirley, Granite Chief, Headwall & Siberia. 114 Trails open (64MG). (MG & SKR FP-Softening / 26F / Clear / Lt Winds). Snow Tubing& Mini Snowmobile Rentals open (11-4). 2017/18 Tahoe Super Pass on Sale starting at $499. Purchase now and ski free thru July… For more info: 530-452-4335 / www.squaw.com

CENTRAL SIERRA RESORTS

*MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN: (Hwy 395:) Is reporting a base of 170-330”. 23 Lifts & Tows scheduled to operate (8:30-4)-WWP, with 13 Lifts out of the Main Lodge, Plus, 9 Lifts turning out of Canyon Lodge, and 3 lifts out of Eagle Lodge. 146 Trails are open (95MG). 7 Terrain Parks open, plus 2 Half-Pipes open. (MG & SKRPP – Softening / 29F / MClear / Mod-Strong Winds). They Plan to Stay Open thru July 4. Call Ahead… 888-766-9778 / www.mammothmountain.com

*JUNE MOUNTAIN: (Hwy 395:) Is reporting a base of 24-120”. 6 Lifts & Tows are scheduled to operate (9-4). 41 trails open. 2 Terrain Parks open. (MG & SKR PP-Softening / 28F / PCldy / Mod Winds). For more info call: 760-934-2224 / www.junemountain.com

*DODGE RIDGE: (Hwy 108:) is reporting a base of 72-100”. 8 Lifts & Tows are scheduled to turn (9-4). 69 Trails are open (34MG) + T-Park open with 11 features. (MG & SKR FP-Softening / Clear / 33F / Lt Winds). For more info call: 209-536-5300 / www.dodgeridge.com

*BEAR VALLEY MOUNTAIN RESORT: (Hwy 4:) – (Ebbetts Pass from Markleeville is Closed) is reporting a base depth of 145”. 8 Lifts & Tows are scheduled to operate (9-4)-WWP, accessing the Front Side, Backside, Village Side & Lower Mtn. 57 Trails open (32MG) + 3 T-Parks open. (MG & SKR FP-Softening / MClear / 31F / Lt-Mod Winds). Open thru April 23. For more info: 209-753-2301 #2 / www.bearvalley.com

*BEAR VALLEY XC CENTER: (Hwy 4:) is open (9-4:30) reporting a base depth of 96-102”. 35 trails are open = 63km of Groomed Track & Skating lanes. Sledding & Tubing Areas are open (9-4) with 2-hour sessions. Meadow Café is open (11-3). (Clear / 32F / Lt-Mod Winds). For more info: 209-753-2834 / www.bearvalleyxc.com

**CONDITIONS REPORTED AS OF 8:00AM AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO WIND AND WEATHER.
CURENT ROAD CONDITIONS:
All Roadways in and around Lake Tahoe are open with No Restrictions with the Exception of those roadways listed below.
Carry Tire Chains. Call Ahead for updates. Or log on to www.nvroads.com
R1= Chains or Snow Tires Required:
R2= Chains Mandatory with exception of 4WD with 4 Snow Tires:
CLOSED HIGHWAYS:
Buckle Up and Drive Safely… Always Carry Tire Chains unless you drive a 4WD or AWD Vehicle with Snow Tires. You can call 5-11 for updates or directly to both Caltrans and NDOT or source updated information at their websites.
CALIFORNIA: 800-427-7623 / www.dot.ca.gov
NEVADA: 877-NV-ROADS or 5-1-1 / www.nvroads.com

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