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Mt. Rose Resort Guide
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Resort Guide
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.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Mt. Rose
Lifts
7
Skiable area
1200 ac
Longest run
4 km / 2.5 mi
Runs by difficulty(70 total)
Beginner
14
20% of terrain
Intermediate
21
30% of terrain
Advanced
28
40% of terrain
Expert
7
10% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Terrain by difficulty
- Beginner20%
- Intermediate30%
- Advanced40%
- Expert10%
Lift fleet
- High-speed 62
- Quad chair2
- Triple chair2
- Surface lift2
Snowmaking covers about 28% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
The Winters Creek Lodge – Renowned for its panoramic mountain views and relaxed yet vibrant après-ski scene, this modern lodge at Mt. Rose offers craft cocktails, local brews, and live music events, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
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Off-season · 380cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 343cm full-season avg
380cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~285 cm. That's 25% below the 5-year average (380 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 17% below the 30-year average (343 cm).
Mt. Rose Season Snowfall
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Mt. Rose Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 370cm with an average of 84 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 21% above this average (449cm 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 | 34cm | 9 days | 4cm | 14cm | 13cm |
| December | 78cm | 14 days | 23cm | 44cm | 22cm |
| January | 72cm | 13 days | 46cm | 69cm | 20cm |
| February | 74cm | 14 days | 62cm | 83cm | 19cm |
| March | 61cm | 13 days | 68cm | 88cm | 16cm |
| April | 31cm | 11 days | 44cm | 66cm | 9cm |
| May | 11cm | 5 days | 13cm | 31cm | 5cm |
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
41 days scored, from 22 Feb
44
Best Day
22 Feb
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
3
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4422 Feb
- 3523 Feb
- 2824 Feb
March 2026
- 147 Mar
- 133 Mar
- 136 Mar
April 2026
- 3912 Apr12cm
- 382 Apr11cm
- 373 Apr3cm
April scored highest for Mt. Rose in 2025-26. Based on 41 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 20, 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 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.
