📷 Mt. Rose
North America
Mt. Rose
Limited · 2025-26 season average
Closed for the season · average of 41 verified open days
Best months to book: February, January, March · last season + 31-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed April 12
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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2026–27 season
Limited
2025-26 season average
Mt. Rose is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 17.2 across 41 verified open days.
February
#1 to book
74cm avg · scored 24.9
January
#2 to book
72cm avg
March
#3 to book
61cm avg · scored 9.5
Best weeks to book
- #122 Feb – 28 Febscored 24.9
- #21 Mar – 7 Marscored 12.4
- #324 Mar – 28 Marscored 9.8
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 31-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 30 Mar – 12 Apr. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Sat, Sep 12, 10:03 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Closed for the season
Season ended April 12, 2026 · reopens November 20, 2026
70 runs · 7 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
Unlock with ProHistorical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast: SnowSure™ multi-model blend
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About Mt. Rose
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is located near Reno, Nevada, offering over 1,200 acres of skiable terrain with a summit elevation of 9,700 feet. The resort is known for its high base elevation, reliable snowfall, and diverse terrain catering to both beginners and advanced skiers. Key amenities include modern lifts, on-mountain dining, and a welcoming atmosphere with convenient access from Reno and Lake Tahoe. Signature experiences include panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and the challenging Chutes area, making it a standout destination for both locals and visitors.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Mt. Rose
- Where is Mt. Rose?
- Mt. Rose is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Mt. Rose?
- Mt. Rose runs from a base elevation of 2,499 m (8,199 ft) to a summit of 3,060 m (10,039 ft), giving a vertical drop of 561 m (1,841 ft).
- How big is Mt. Rose?
- Mt. Rose has 1,200 acres (486 hectares) of skiable terrain, 70 marked runs and 7 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Mt. Rose?
- Mt. Rose is on the Ikon Pass. 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 Mt. Rose?
- Mt. Rose 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 Mt. Rose get in a typical season?
- Mt. Rose averages 350 inches / 890 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Mt. Rose in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #68 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +10% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Mt. Rose averaged +10% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Mt. Rose sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 +28%, '15-16 -2%, '23-24 +5%. A pattern, not a promise.
