Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Alpine Meadows, CAโPeak(s) of My Childhood Hometown mountainsโthey’re just another mountain until you get to know them like the back of your hand. At least thatโs my experience. Located on the northwest side of Lake Tahoe, California, is my hometown mountain, Alpine Meadows, which I got to know like the back of my hand during my five years on the ski team and my continued explorations. […] Industry News Samantha Gates | December 21, 2023 0 Comments
The 5 Oldest Ski Areas in the U.S. Skiing has a long history stretching back hundreds of years, but organized resorts in the United States have only been around for about a hundred years. Surprisingly, the oldest resorts in the country are somewhat unknown and unheard of, as many of the resorts are quite small. These five resorts are the oldest public ski resorts still in operation in […] Tyler Hatch | December 21, 2023 3 Comments
Diamond Peak: Where Steeps and Glades Shine Brought to you by Diamond Peak Diamond Peak, Lake Tahoeโs only community-owned ski area, where steeps and glades shine.ย Nestled on the northern shore of Lake Tahoe, Diamond Peak Ski Resort is a hidden gem that offers world-class tree skiing and fun steep groomers.ย This unassuming, community-owned resort stays under the radar, but its location, northern-facing slopes, and commitment to […] Featured Article Aunika Skogen | December 1, 2023 0 Comments
Palisades Tahoe, CA, Ramps Up for Another Ikonic Season With winter knocking on the door and fall fading fast, Palisades Tahoeย is prepared for another unforgettable season full of skiing and events. After historic snowfall during the 2022-2023 season brought enjoyable skiing and riding through Independence Day, it is now time to get back to it. Mother Nature has dropped by and blanketed the mountain from summit to base with […] Industry News John Cunningham | November 29, 2023 0 Comments
Vail Resorts’ Tahoe Ski Areas Announce Opening Dates and Terrain for 2023/24 Winter Season Vail Resorts’ Lake Tahoe ski areas are gearing up for opening day and another unforgettable season as they begin spinning their lifts and welcoming guests back for the 2023/24 ski and ride season. After a slight delay due to warmer temperatures, Heavenly Mountain Resort will now open on Tuesday, November 21, with Northstar California to follow on Thursday, November 23. […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 21, 2023 0 Comments
Boreal Mountain, CA, Opens November 17 for Winter 23/24 With $25 Tickets | First Tahoe Resort in California to Open Boreal Mountain’s slopes will open Friday, November 17, 2023, kicking off Northern California’s ski season. Celebrating its 59th season, the resort is among the first in the state to welcome winter sports enthusiasts. “🚨OPENING DAY IS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH!🚨 Enjoy extended play from 9:00am to 8:00pm with $25 lift tickets for Play Forever Friday. All services will be up and […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 17, 2023 0 Comments
SnowBrains Tahoe Highlight Video 2023 – 700+ Inches of Snowfall & Some of the Best Skiing of Our Lives 2023 was absolutely insane in Lake Tahoe, CA. Ski resorts saw over 700″ of snow. At times we were snowed into our houses with no snow plows, no highways open, no ski resorts open, no stop signs showing anywhere, pure bedlam and we loved it. I ended up in the backcountry quite a lot due to the ski resorts often […] Featured Video Miles Clark | November 16, 2023 0 Comments
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe, NV, Opens This Friday Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe in Nevada announced today that it will kick off the 2023/24 winter season on Friday, November 10, 2023. The recent storm, plus multiple windows of opportunity for Mt. Roseโs snowmakers to fire up the resortโs robust snowmaking system will get skiers and riders on snow for another early November Opening Day and some of their first […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 7, 2023 0 Comments