Mount Rose

A down-tempo resort that boasts high altitude, dry snow and a city next door full of apres-ski opportunities.

by Contributor

In Short
The summit offers sweeping views of Reno, Washoe Valley and Lake Tahoe. On stormy days, the steep, winding access road can be hazardous, and may close. Snowmaking equipment was installed on the main base and nearby beginner slopes. Intermediates will find enough to keep them occupied, but the area is best known for its challenging advanced runs, which require sharp edges. The "Chutes" features challenging black and double-black diamond runs.

Vital Stats
Base elevation: 7,900 feet (Tahoe's Highest)
Acres: More than 1,200
Summit: 9,700 feet
Average anual anowfall: 400 inches
Vertical drop: 1,800 feet
Snowmaking: 28 percent coverage

11/12/02

Great view, great snow.

by haggarse

Mount Rose has only one flaw, and that flaw affects all the resorts at Lake Tahoe: wind. The snow and skiing/snowboarding is phenomenal, I tend to prefer the east bowl however, less people, better powder, and advanced runs. You can get a season's pass to Mt. Rose for $200--not kidding. Rose is truly a fun place to go and ski for cheap--without sacrificing any of the amenities.

• Pros: Good Parking, Inexpensive, Fun people
• Cons: Windy