2025/26 Lake Tahoe Ski Resort Opening Dates: Plan Your Winter Getaway

The 2025/26 Lake Tahoe ski season is right around the corner, and excitement is already building! Whether you’re a powder chaser, weekend warrior, or family looking to hit the slopes, now’s the perfect time to start planning your winter escape. Most Lake Tahoe ski resorts are targeting opening dates before Thanksgiving — weather and snow conditions permitting.

Below are the anticipated opening dates for Lake Tahoe and Truckee ski resorts this winter:

🎿 Anticipated 2025/26 Ski Resort Opening Dates in Lake Tahoe

• Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe – November 8, 2025

• Boreal Mountain California – November 21, 2025

• Northstar California Resort – November 21, 2025

• Sugar Bowl Resort – November 21, 2025

• Palisades Tahoe (Olympic Valley & Alpine Meadows) – November 26, 2025

• Diamond Peak Ski Resort – December 4, 2025

• Homewood Mountain Resort – December 12, 2025

• Donner Ski Ranch – Early December

• Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort – December 19, 2025

• Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center – November 28, 2025

• Royal Gorge Cross Country – November 28, 2025

Where to Stay Near the Slopes

Planning a ski trip to Lake Tahoe or Truckee? Sierra Luxury Properties offers a curated collection of luxury vacation rentals and ski lease homes close to Tahoe’s best resorts. From family-friendly retreats near Northstar and Lake Tahoe, our homes provide the perfect base for your winter adventure.

Browse a few of our guest favorites:

• Lookout Mountain Retreat – Schaffer’s Mill, Truckee

• Snowpine at Gray's Crossing – Truckee

• Village at Gray’s Crossing Retreat – Truckee

• Highland A-Frame - Truckee

  
  

Each property features warm mountain-inspired design, chef’s kitchens, fireplaces, and hot tubs — ideal for unwinding after a day on the slopes.

Tips for Planning Your Tahoe Ski Trip

• Book early. Winter holiday weeks (Christmas and New Year’s) fill up fast.

• Watch early season snow reports. Mt. Rose and Boreal often open first with solid early coverage.

• Explore midweek stays. Enjoy fewer crowds and better lift ticket prices.

• Consider a ski lease. Stay for the entire season and enjoy the full Tahoe winter experience from your own mountain retreat.

Experience the Magic of Winter in Lake Tahoe

With world-class ski resorts, breathtaking alpine views, and luxury accommodations, Lake Tahoe is the ultimate winter destination. Whether you’re carving fresh powder, enjoying après-ski by the fire, or exploring the vibrant dining scene in Truckee and Tahoe City, this season promises unforgettable mountain memories.

Book your Tahoe winter getaway today with Sierra Luxury Properties and experience the 2025/26 ski season in style.