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[VIDEO] 2023 Cushing Crossing Pond Skim at Palisades Tahoe, CA, Highlight Reel

The historic 22-23 winter season in Olympic Valley, CA, culminated with the annual Cushing Crossing Pond Skim at the end of May. Related: The Original Pond Skim – 31st Annual Cushing Crossing Returns to Palisades Tahoe, CA The community was out in full force, the costumes were electric, and the sends on one of the biggest pond drops were legendary. […]

SnowBrains | June 7, 2023
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Alpine Meadows, CA, Report: Idiot’s Delight and a Lot of Firsts

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This report is from Sat 3rd and Sun 4th June, 2023 I started the weekend with my first-ever backcountry lap Friday evening. We arrived at Tahoe Donner late in the afternoon, and a family friend offered to take me up to Sunrise Bowl for a quick ski. Slightly unprepared, I managed to rig my skis to a backpack and set […]

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Anton Lengyel | June 6, 2023
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Palisades Tahoe, CA, Announces Reservation-in-Advance and Paid Parking for 23/24

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Palisades Tahoe’s Comprehensive Plan to Combat Traffic & Parking Palisades Tahoe, CA, has announced its proactive approach to address the traffic impacts experienced during the past winter season. In preparation for the 2023/24 winter season, the resort will implement an innovative traffic and parking solution on weekends and holidays. The primary objective is to minimize arrival and departure traffic impacts […]

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SnowBrains | June 2, 2023
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Palisades at Palisades Tahoe, CA, Closed for the Season | Alpine Open Weekends Only Through July 4th

After a monumental winter bringing 723 inches of snowfall to the slopes, it is bittersweet to announce that yesterday was the last day to ski the Palisades side of Palisades Tahoe. Related: Palisades Tahoe, CA, Report: Slush, Sun, and Spring Fun As of 2 pm yesterday, the Palisades side of operations is now closed to skiing and riding. Even with […]

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SnowBrains | May 30, 2023
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Palisades Tahoe, CA, Report: Slush, Sun and Spring Fun

Report from May 25, 2023 We hit the road around 7:30, with bright blue skies and the Spring sun shining.  The drive from South Lake through Emerald Bay to The Spring Skiing Capital was beautiful and serene.  The waterfalls were absolutely raging, and the Spring bloom is really starting to show. Arriving at Palisades around 9:00, my confidence was high […]

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John Cunningham | May 26, 2023
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The Original Pond Skim – 31st Annual Cushing Crossing Returns to Palisades Tahoe, CA

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The Original Pond-Skim Event will take place on May 20 Get ready to make a splash! Palisades Tahoe, CA, is excited to announce the return of the 31st Annual Cushing Crossing pond-skimming event on May 20 at 1 pm, weather and conditions permitting. Due to the record-breaking 714 inches of snowfall received this year, Cushing Pond melted at a slower […]

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SnowBrains | May 12, 2023
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Ski California and Palisades Tahoe, CA, Win NSAA Safety Awards

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Ski California was selected as the 2023 Best Guest Safety Program award winner by the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) at its National Convention this week for the creation and effective use of its digital Mountain Safety Guide. Ski California, also known as California Ski Industry Association, is a non-profit trade association representing 35 ski resorts in California and Nevada. Additionally, […]

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Julia Schneemann | May 11, 2023
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Palisades Tahoe, CA, Operations Update for End April/Early May

With Palisades Tahoe, CA, celebrating its best ever season on record with more than 710 inches of snowfall, you might be keen to get some spring or even summer skiing in this year. Palisades Tahoe is slated to stay open until at least Independence Day, but may extend the season, depending on how the snow cover fairs during the warmer months. […]

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SnowBrains | April 25, 2023
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