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PALISADES TAHOE

📍Olympic Valley, California, USA

⬛ Steep & Deep🏔️ Expert Paradise🍺 Après CapitalUnlimited on Ikon☀️ Year-round destination

Photo: 9yz · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo details

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Vertical drop
2,850 ft
🗻
Skiable terrain
6,000 acres
❄️
Avg snowfall
400 in
🚡
Lifts
39
Hotels & direct contacts ↓

GETTING THERE

Nearest Airports

✈️
RNO
Reno-Tahoe
About 30–60 minutes
drive time
✈️
SMF
Sacramento
About 1.5–2.5 hours
drive time

Approximate planning ranges; allow extra time for traffic and winter conditions.

Reno is a gateway from the east. From Sacramento or the Bay Area, the usual approach follows I-80 toward Truckee and then Highway 89 toward the resort. Check road and chain controls during storms. On designated winter dates, reserve parking for the base you intend to use. TART, resort park-and-ride services and Mountaineer in the two valleys offer alternatives. Check the service area and timetable for your dates.

WHERE TO STAY

Use these picks to compare location, atmosphere and the kind of stay you want. Ask for a total quote for your dates and room, including fees and cancellation terms.

luxury

Premium experiences with exceptional amenities

Luxury

Everline Resort & Spa

hotel · Ski-in/ski-out access

The base-area setting combines direct skiing with several recovery and dining choices inside the resort.

Ski-in/ski-out accessTravelers comparing room sizesFamilies
♨️Hot Tub🏊Pool💆Spa

Contact the hotel directly

Hotel notice: closed November 2–23, 2026. Confirm your travel dates directly.

Reservations+1 800-404-8006
Official hotel website & booking ↗

Contact source · checked 2026-10-21

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, pool, hot tub, spa.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

premium

High-quality stays with great features

Premium

The Village at Palisades Tahoe

condo · Slopeside in The Village at Palisades Tahoe

Eight outdoor hot tubs, laundry, fitness facilities, heated underground parking, and village dining and shopping create a detailed base-area stay plan.

Palisades slopeside staysKitchen-equipped unitsHot-tub recovery
🍳Kitchen♨️Hot Tub

Contact the hotel directly

Reservations+1 800-403-0206
Official hotel website & booking ↗

Contact source · checked 2026-10-21

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, kitchen, hot tub.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

Premium$$$ · earlier budget guide

PlumpJack Inn

hotel · Olympic Valley · near the village lifts

The location suits a couple wanting dinner at the inn and a village start to ski days. Ask about room arrangements if bringing a dog.

CouplesVillage dining
🐕Ask about dog-friendly room terms
Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Confirm hot tub availability, Ask about transport, Ask about ski storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Sources & planning details

Checked: mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Ask about dog-friendly room terms.

Without current field-level confirmation: identity, property type, price guide, Confirm hot tub availability, Ask about transport, Ask about ski storage.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

moderate

Solid value with good amenities

Moderate$$ · earlier budget guide

Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

condo · Slopeside at the Olympic Valley base

It suits a group that wants to cook at home and start from the Olympic Valley lifts. Check lift and trail status for the return to the lodge.

Self-catering groupsOlympic Valley access
🍳Full kitchen♨️Lodge hot tubs
Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Check transport routes, Ask about equipment storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Full kitchen, Lodge hot tubs.

Without current field-level confirmation: property type, price guide, Check transport routes, Ask about equipment storage.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

budget

Affordable options that get the job done

Budget$ · earlier budget guide

The Village Standard Rooms

hotel · In The Village at Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Valley

Choose it if you plan to eat in the village and need room for two. Guests who want a full kitchen or separate bedrooms can compare the larger Village layouts.

CouplesVillage stays
Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Ask about transport, Check guest equipment storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Sources & planning details

Checked: mountain access, recommendation details, booking link.

Without current field-level confirmation: identity, property type, price guide, Ask about transport, Check guest equipment storage.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

OVERNIGHT STAYS & CAMPERVANS

For Palisades Tahoe, compare a booked room or rental around Olympic Valley with a designated campsite that accepts your vehicle and winter dates. Choose your base around the daily mountain journey and the power, water and indoor facilities you need.

Compare lodging options ↗

Book a designated overnight place for your vehicle and dates. Day parking does not provide permission to camp.

🐕 PET POLICY

Historical pet-policy guidance.

Dogs on leash welcome in The Village year-round. Summer Aerial Tram rides for leashed dogs ($10 pet pass benefits Humane Society). Not allowed on ski slopes or chairlifts in winter.

Confirm rooms, fees and access rules with the property or resort before you travel. A pet-friendly area does not mean pets can use ski slopes or lifts.

Read our pet travel guide →
Sources & planning context

Other names · Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows

Compare the setting and type of stay. Room choice, availability and the total booking price are specific to your dates.

Typically late November to late May

A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗
Schedule source ↗Official resort ↗
Official website
https://www.palisadestahoe.com
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summer and winter destination
Yes
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Beyond winter
Summer aerial-tram sightseeing and High Camp activities complement the winter mountain experience.
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Vertical drop (ft)
2850
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Skiable area (acres)
6000
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Lifts
39
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Runs
288
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Reported average snowfall (in)
400
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Base elevation (ft)
6200
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summit elevation (ft)
9050
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026

Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

Base to Base Gondola ↗The gondola transports guests between Palisades and Alpine in winter when both areas operate. There is no ski trail between the two mountains. The KT mid-station serves advanced and expert terrain. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Palisades Tahoe winter parking and transport ↗Reservations apply on designated winter dates and are base-specific. TART, Mountaineer and park-and-ride are alternatives. The operator excludes campers, trailers and other towed vehicles from resort parking. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Palisades Tahoe summer activities ↗High Camp has Olympic Museum exhibits and seasonal roller skating, accessed by the Aerial Tram. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Palisades Tahoe mountain statistics ↗The two mountains share 6,000 skiable acres. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Everline Resort & Spa™ - A Lake Tahoe Resort, Destination by Hyatt ↗Everline Resort & Spa™ - A Lake Tahoe Resort, Destination by Hyatt · Hotel · Palisades Tahoe · ski-in/ski-out · Rooms & Suites · Pool · Outdoor hot tubs · Spa · On-site Restaurants · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Book Your Lake Tahoe Stay at The Village | Palisades Tahoe ↗Slopeside Lodging · Full Kitchen · Gas Fireplace · 8 Outdoor Hot Tubs · Heated Underground Parking · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

PlumpJack Inn ↗Boutique hotel at 1920 Olympic Valley Road near the village lifts and PlumpJack Cafe. Operator FAQ notes dog-friendly rooms and seasonal operating breaks. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley ↗Slopeside Olympic Valley residences with full kitchens, a shared lounge and outdoor hot tubs. Direct access depends on open terrain. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Village at Palisades Tahoe — room types ↗The standard room is a compact category for two guests with a queen bed, queen sofa sleeper, microwave and mini-fridge. It is part of the Village lodging property. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Beginner Progression Pass, 2026–27 ↗First-time skiers and snowboarders aged 13 and older reserve three group lesson dates after enrolling. Each lesson day includes lift access and rentals. Completion of all three releases a Palisades Tahoe pass through the rest of 2026–27. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Inn Shop rental FAQ ↗The shop in PlumpJack Inn offers adult and junior ski and snowboard rentals, demo gear and in-person fitting opposite the Aerial Tram. Its phone is 530-583-2195. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Terrace Bar & Restaurant ↗A High Camp restaurant with smash burgers, salads, soups, appetizers, and craft cocktails, framed by Lake Tahoe and Sierra views. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

PlumpJack Cafe ↗PlumpJack Cafe & Bar is a mountainside restaurant at the PlumpJack Inn, pairing a seasonal menu with an extensive wine program. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Palisades Tahoe — The Auld Dubliner ↗The Auld Dubliner serves Irish fare, craft beer and whiskey with indoor and outdoor seating in a lively pub at the base of Palisades Tahoe. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Coffeebar locations ↗The retained October 27 location check places the coffee shop on Village East Road in Olympic Valley. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant ↗At 2285 River Road the lodge has a restaurant and bar overlooking the Truckee River, an interior fireplace room and a seasonal riverside patio. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Fireside Pizza FAQ ↗The restaurant is in the middle of Palisades Village, serves pizza and pasta and offers takeaway. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

  • Palisades Tahoe — official hours information ↗

    See the verified facts and dates listed above.

  • Palisades Tahoe — official homepage ↗

    See the verified facts and dates listed above.

  • Ikon Pass — 26/27 opening and closing dates (updated September 29, 2026) ↗

    Published planned season dates, subject to conditions.

  • Palisades Tahoe summer experience ↗

    Summer aerial-tram sightseeing and High Camp activities complement the winter mountain experience. Activities operate on seasonal schedules; check dates before visiting.

  • Palisades Tahoe — official mountain statistics ↗

    The operator lists 6,000 combined skiable acres, 288 trails, 39 lifts, 400 inches of average annual snowfall, a 6,200-foot base, 9,050-foot peak, and 2,850-foot vertical.

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