Heavenly, CA, Reopens Gondola After Temporary Closure Due to Mechanical Issues

For the past week, the gondola at Heavenly Mountain on Lake Tahoe’s south shore has been shut down due to a mechanical issue, barring skiers and riders from ascending from the Heavenly Village. On Thursday, January 4, the resort shut down the gondola after maintenance workers found a problem with one of the bearings in the high-speed shaft, according to CBS Sacramento. A part was shipped from the manufacturer overnight, and crews began repairs on the gondola while the Stagecoach lift, North Bowl Express, and Olympic Express chairs ran in the meantime.

After a week of diligent, around-the-clock work by maintenance teams, the gondola was able to reopen today, Friday, January 12. The reopening of the gondola allows skiers and riders to access the mountain from the Heavenly Village again, just in time for an incoming storm system that is forecasted to bring heavy snow and strong winds to Heavenly and the surrounding Tahoe area. Heavenly urged on Instagram for visitors to take the proper precautions and prep their vehicles for winter travel this weekend.

“Thank you all again for the support and patience as we cross the finish line with the repairs. We are super excited to get the Gondola back online again!” – Heavenly on Instagram