Diamond Peak offers a scenic alternative to Lake Tahoe’s mega ski resorts

Diamond Peak: A Tahoe Alternative

Community-owned, fiercely independent and community-driven – those are the key differentiating factors that make Diamond Peak distinct in the crowded Lake Tahoe ski resort scene. “Small but mighty” would be another apt description, because with 1,840 vertical feet of skiable terrain packed into 655 scenic acres just a mile from Lake Tahoe, Diamond Peak offers the 4th most skiable vertical in the Tahoe Basin (according to the independent website mountainvertical.com).

Add in panoramic Tahoe views from nearly every run on the mountain, incredible glades for tree skiing/riding, and Tahoe’s most progressive terrain park (The Village), and it’s no wonder locals know Diamond Peak to be Tahoe’s “hidden gem.” As a community-owned ski resort, Diamond Peak stands out in the Tahoe Basin and greater U.S. ski industry as a beacon to skiers and riders looking for a friendly, non-corporate vibe.

What’s more, as the only Lake Tahoe resort to achieve STOKE Certified status, it’s a great choice for skiers and riders concerned about supporting environmentally sustainable resorts.

March 25-26: Luggi Foeger Uphill/Downhill Festival & SkiMo Race

The Lake Tahoe Basin’s friendliest SkiMo competition and an incredibly family-friendly event. Luggi Foeger competitors race to the top of the mountain using whatever human-powered method you prefer – skins, snowshoes, running shoes, etc. – then ski, snowboard, snowshoe, or run back down to the finish line. For families and/or those of a less competitive nature, a recreational course to mid-mountain will be available. All competitors are encouraged to wear costumes, with prizes awarded for top finishers and best costumes. Back again for 2023, beer enthusiasts can enter the “Mountainbeering” division and enjoy a couple of locally-brewed Alibi Ale Works craft beers in a souvenir pint glass after the race. The event will also include fun activities in the base area including ski boot races, live music, an awards ceremony, and more! For those less competitive, join us for a winter wildlife snowshoe hike Sunday morning. Full details on the Diamond Peak website.

Explore the glade zones

Diamond Peak’s gladed tree skiing zones are the place to be on storm days. This advanced terrain is a playground for experts filled with natural obstacles like pillows, rock drops and more. Diamond Peak offers 655 skiable acres, and almost 500 acres of that is off-piste tree runs. Thanks to a partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, local fire crews and our summer maintenance staff, we’ve cleared out many of the smaller trees and brush in these zones, making them healthier forests, less prone to wildfire, and as an added bonus, incredibly fun for skiers and riders. Diamond Peak asked our community of skiers and riders to help us name some of these iconic zones on the mountain, with hundreds of creative suggestions flowing in. This winter, we’re excited to announce the new names for these zones, which skiers and riders will see on new trail maps and on the Steeps & Stashes page of the Diamond Peak website here.

Uphill access at Diamond Peak

Uphill access by self-powered means of skinning, snowshoeing and hiking has gained popularity at Diamond Peak in recent years and we welcome and support individuals seeking to exercise and enjoy the quiet mountain setting during designated hours before and after the resort’s normal operating hours. This season, Diamond Peak season pass holders will be able to purchase an Uphill Access pass to access the mountain under their own power. For pricing, rules and restrictions, please see the Uphill Access information on the website here.

Guided after-hours snowshoe hikes

Join guides from the Incline Village Parks & Recreation Department for Moonlight Snowshoe Hikes to Diamond Peak’s Snowflake Lodge. The snowshoe hikes offer non-skiers the chance to enjoy the slopes of Diamond Peak in wintertime and encourage exercising in a social setting. The 1.5-mile (3 miles round trip) hike includes guides, exclusive after-hours access to Diamond Peak and Snowflake Lodge, s’mores and hot cocoa. See DiamondPeak.com/events for reservations and more information.

Diamond Peak deals

Kids 6 & Under, Seniors 80+ Ski Free

Children ages 6 and under and seniors 80 and over always ski free at Diamond Peak.

Interchangeable Parent’s Pass

The interchangeable Parent’s Pass is a transferable lift ticket that allows parents to take turns skiing while the other watches over the little ones. Simply purchase a regular adult lift ticket online and ask for a Parent Interchangeable lanyard when you pick up your tickets.

Beginner Lift Tickets

Diamond Peak offers a beginner lift ticket valid for the Lodgepole and Schoolhouse chairlifts and the beginner terrain they access for a discounted rate. Skiers and snowboarders can also upgrade their beginner lift tickets to an all-mountain ticket at any time by paying the difference in cost. See DiamondPeak.com for full details on all of these offers.

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