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Kirkwood Mountain Resort

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"Amazing mountain with terrain for everyone!"(4 Tips)
"My favorite Tahoe resort."(3 Tips)
"decent snow this year!"(2 Tips)
"hit the slopes early for the freshies"(2 Tips)

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Liza PDecember 27, 2016
My favorite mountain in the greater Tahoe area! Get your tickets online and skip the line (you do need the refillable card, have to get that in the mail, or at the pick up counter at the resort)
Upvoted Mar 3
Ariana FaustiniJuly 17, 2013
Been here 5+ times
I think Kirkwood is my favorite (after Mammoth). Why? Because it's not as crowded as the other Tahoe resorts. Plus the backside has some great terrain and there are plenty of bowls for freshies.
Upvoted Feb 11
Jonathan HsiehFebruary 22, 2012
Been here 10+ times
99$ for a lift ticket 3-pack if you have a pass at another Tahoe resort. well worth it because his is the only place in Tahoe with decent snow this year!
Jamie TMarch 8, 2011
Mountain mainly with single and double diamonds.. Definately need to bring a longer board and put ur settings back for the fresh pow! Nice cliff drops and awesome bowls
The Ski ChannelFebruary 8, 2012
Kirkwood has the highest peak in all of Tahoe, so you are promised to find some pow on this extreme resort. The Wall is your go-to for double-black diamond thrills.
Graham GeiselmanDecember 8, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Well worth the drive here. Never any lift lines, good snow, killer terrain. My favorite Tahoe resort.
Carlos M. Rodríguez VegaApril 1, 2015
All levels of expertise are well distributed through all the resort and has an excellent view.
Colin SparksAugust 23, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Only been in the summer, but there are bike and hiking trails, so still worth the time.
Douglas GrayMarch 8, 2015
Usually the best snow in Tahoe. In a drought year it is often the only place with any decent snow.
Evan GoldinFebruary 20, 2011
Been here 10+ times
On weekends, have lunch at red cliffs lodge. Much less crowded, with cheap beer and food in downstairs market
Natalie KMarch 28, 2016
Great mountain, not too crowded.
Damian BayonaMarch 21, 2017
Good runs, fewer crowds and less crowded highways. An under appreciated resort in Tahoe 🗻⛷🏂
Kat 🐱March 12, 2017
Love the #5 and #11 lift. Great blue runs for snowboarders.
Summer GlitterFebruary 5, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Check this mountain out, awesome terrain and really down to earth people :)
Sharon RaupachDecember 10, 2019
Love the trails and the thrill of skiing Buckboard, with my grandchildren!
LakeTahoes AliveJanuary 8, 2012
If you have a pass at another Tahoe basin resort you can get a day pass for Kirkwood for $33.
Christian HandleyMarch 31, 2012
Get a friend with a season pass. Lift tickets are $39 if they scan your friend's pass!
J AMay 1, 2011
Free wifi by the Red Cliffs Lodge (in case you're on Sprint and get no data service out here)
TishJanuary 13, 2011
Ask for Nathan T. if your looking for a patient instructor. Great prices for lessons and equipment rental!
Zakk DeVineAugust 15, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Amazing mountain with terrain for everyone! Hard to get to on a pow day, but worth it!
Gary TorielloMarch 24, 2015
Ski The Wall.
Spoon CarvalhoApril 4, 2017
Been here 25+ times
Great local ski resort.
michael nerenburgFebruary 19, 2014
Thank god vail bought them maybe now they won't be so screwed up with the hippies running that primitive mountain.
catherine modjeskiDecember 17, 2014
Such a nice laid-back vibe here!
Arnaud MauvaisMarch 6, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Make sure you check runs by chair number 4, especially after fresh snow!
Jared LewandowskiMarch 9, 2016
Great spot. Great snow.
Amanda SwarthoutApril 1, 2012
Bring snacks/food...it's pricey even for a ski resort
Andrew FurmanJanuary 20, 2015
Smaller but awesome runs
David SmallFebruary 2, 2013
Been here 10+ times
I'm a better skier than your boyfriend.
Lisa van der MeerDecember 29, 2014
Great place to ski and snow board. Food is ridiculously over priced. $5 for hot cocoa. Take your own. $7.50 for a 2 ounce bottle of sun screen. Employees are wonderful.
Crystal Bay Club CasinoNovember 9, 2012
Worth the drive on a big powder day.
Sam HoJanuary 22, 2012
2 for 1 tickets from shell (not good in Saturdays) and $50 tickets from costco. Normal price is $79
Arturo CrespoJanuary 11, 2010
good mountain for advanced and expert skiers
Grace DeVitaFebruary 28, 2011
I only fell 3 times
Matthew ReyesJanuary 10, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Make sure check your rental gear, they gave me broke ass board binders.
Matthew ReyesJanuary 10, 2011
Been here 5+ times
If you're a noob, don't burn your energy on the bunny #9, go to #7 quickly
HeathereeMarch 11, 2011
hit the slopes early for the freshies
David WendlandFebruary 20, 2010
$4 24oz Modelo's!
Stephanie BarnesFebruary 26, 2011
FREEZING! But some amazing snow.
Kristen R. B.February 27, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Don't feel like skiing? Take your your dog x-country skiing or snow shoeing
Luke RussellApril 3, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Skiing is tops but bring your own party.
Zachary Reiss-DavisJanuary 12, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Cross country main area is next to the Kirkwood Inn, not in the main parking area. And the parking staff is not helpful on directing you there.
Linda MattosJune 19, 2010
Time to ski the Wall!
Chris WilliamsFebruary 27, 2010
Great atmosphere and cheap beer. This place isn't affiliated with Kirkwood so no price gouging..
Sergey SmirnovDecember 27, 2009
Been here 5+ times
The food is EXPENSIVE.

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