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China Peak Resort Guide
Closed for the season
Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed April 5
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Resort Guide
China Peak is a ski resort located in the Sierra National Forest of California, offering over 1,400 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical drop of 1,679 feet. The resort features a variety of runs for all ability levels, terrain parks, and a base area with dining, lodging, and rental services. Known for its scenic mountain setting and relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, China Peak provides signature experiences such as lake views from the slopes and convenient access from Central California.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for China Peak
Lifts
11
Skiable area
1200 ac
Longest run
4 km / 2.5 mi
Runs by difficulty(45 total)
Beginner
7
15% of terrain
Intermediate
23
50% of terrain
Advanced
11
25% of terrain
Expert
4
10% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Terrain by difficulty
- Beginner15%
- Intermediate50%
- Advanced25%
- Expert10%
Lift fleet
- Triple chair3
- Double chair4
- Surface lift4
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Powder Alliance
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Buckhorn Bar – A classic après-ski spot at China Peak, Buckhorn Bar is celebrated for its welcoming mountain lodge ambiance, hearty drinks, and live music events, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
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Off-season · 580cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 543cm full-season avg
580cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~493 cm. That's 15% below the 5-year average (580 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 9% below the 30-year average (543 cm).
China Peak Season Snowfall
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China Peak Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 439cm with an average of 73 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 29% above this average (567cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 32cm | 7 days | 7cm | 24cm | 14cm |
| December | 82cm | 11 days | 31cm | 65cm | 23cm |
| January | 88cm | 11 days | 67cm | 106cm | 25cm |
| February | 93cm | 12 days | 95cm | 134cm | 24cm |
| March | 78cm | 11 days | 113cm | 148cm | 23cm |
| April | 40cm | 10 days | 94cm | 124cm | 15cm |
| May | 13cm | 6 days | 44cm | 71cm | 7cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
39 days scored, from 22 Feb
45
Best Day
22 Feb
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
1
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4522 Feb
- 4023 Feb
- 3024 Feb
March 2026
- 2325 Mar
- 2329 Mar
- 1930 Mar
April 2026
- 304 Apr
- 283 Apr
- 261 Apr9cm
February scored highest for China Peak in 2025-26. Based on 39 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 27, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about China Peak
- Where is China Peak?
- China Peak is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is China Peak?
- China Peak runs from a base elevation of 2,134 m (7,001 ft) to a summit of 2,743 m (8,999 ft), giving a vertical drop of 609 m (1,998 ft).
- How big is China Peak?
- China Peak has 1,200 acres (486 hectares) of skiable terrain, 45 marked runs and 11 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers China Peak?
- China Peak is on the Indy Pass and Powder Alliance. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at China Peak?
- China Peak typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does China Peak get in a typical season?
- China Peak averages 325 inches / 826 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
