 Kirkwood,
California - Some mountains live in the shadow
of others with wider reputations and bigger numbers.Great
destinations like Brighton in Utah, Grand Targhee in Wyoming
and Kirkwood, near Lake Tahoe. These resorts make a virtue
of their smaller size, getting you to the terrain you like
quickly and making it easy for skiers of different abilities
to stay in contact.
Kirkwood is a standout in terms of natural
beauty and terrain variety, with everything from the greenest
greens to hair-raising chutes and cornices. On holiday weekends,
it's a non-stop floor show at the top of The Wall, with
skiers and riders of all abilities peering over and dropping
in. You can stay slopeside at Kirkwood, or drive about 40
minutes from the resort to South Lake Tahoe.
Statistics:
Vertical Drop: 2,000'
Top Elevation: 9,800'
Base Elevation: 7,800
Lifts: 12 (2 quads, 7 triples, 1 double, 2 surface)
Terrain:  15%
 50%  20%
15%
Trails: 65+
Skiable Acres: 2,300
Annual Snowfall: 500"
Cross Country: 80 km groomed
Snowboards: Yes
Season: Mid-November - May
Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM daily
Halfday begins 12:30 PM
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