The first major snow storm descended on Lake Tahoe late Sunday evening, producing measurable snow totals for the first time since spring time.
There was rejoicing at Mt. Rose Ski Resort near Tahoe, which could make it the first resort in California to open for the season. Mt. Rose confirmed its plans to open for the 2016-17 winter season Monday, October 31. The resort is located off Mt. Rose Highway in Nevada.
The closest ski resort to Reno, Mt. Rose reported 7-18 inches of fresh snow on the mountain. Cold overnight temperatures are expected to continue through the week, the resort 2016. A late October opening will make Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe the first Lake Tahoe area resort to open for skiing and snowboarding this season.
“This first significant snowfall of the season gives Mt. Rose a strong foundation to aggressively build our base and enhance it with snowmaking every opportunity that conditions allow,” said Mike Pierce, director of marketing at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe. “Mt. Rose benefits from having the highest base elevation at Lake Tahoe, so early season storms paired with cold temperatures and recent enhancements to our snowmaking system will allow us to offer some of the best early season snow surfaces in the region.”
As snowmaking operations continue leading up to opening day, the resort will share additional detail regarding what terrain and resort services will be open, as well as ticket prices.
Those interested in skiing or riding Mt. Rose this winter can still take advantage of season pass rates. Adult premier passes valid seven days per week with no blackouts, are available for $529. Young adult premier passes – perfect for college students, are available for $399 for ages 16-23. Midweek passes valid Monday through Friday (excluding Dec. 26-30, 2016) are priced at $429, and children’s passes are available for $279 for ages 6-15.
For more information about Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe, visit www.skirose.com.
Squaw Valley-Alpine Meadows
It’s been snowing at Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, where the resort are hoping to open early – between November 11-18, weather and conditions permitting. About 1-3 inches have fallen during the current storm.
Click here for New Snow Video of Squaw and Alpine.
