📷 Northstar at Tahoe
North America
Northstar at Tahoe
Limited · 2025-26 season average
Closed for the season · average of 35 verified open days
Best months to book: February, January, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed April 5
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2026–27 season
Limited
2025-26 season average
Northstar at Tahoe is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 13.8 across 35 verified open days.
February
#1 to book
79cm avg · scored 21
January
#2 to book
76cm avg
March
#3 to book
67cm avg · scored 9
Best weeks to book
- #122 Feb – 28 Febscored 21
- #21 Mar – 7 Marscored 12.7
- #323 Mar – 28 Marscored 9.4
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 22 Feb – 7 Mar. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, Sep 10, 01:06 AM UTC
Terrain Open
Closed for the season
Season ended April 5, 2026 · reopens November 20, 2026
100 runs · 20 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
2624mUpdated Sep 10, 2026 at 1:06 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast: SnowSure™ multi-model blend
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About Northstar at Tahoe
Northstar at Tahoe is a ski resort located in North Lake Tahoe, California, offering over 3,000 acres of skiable terrain with a mix of trails suitable for all ability levels. The resort features a vibrant village with dining, shopping, and après-ski options, as well as amenities such as ski and snowboard schools, equipment rentals, and family-friendly activities. Signature experiences include scenic gondola rides, a renowned terrain park, and a welcoming atmosphere that caters to both families and adventure seekers. Northstar stands out for its blend of modern amenities, diverse terrain, and a relaxed, upscale mountain environment.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Northstar at Tahoe
- Where is Northstar at Tahoe?
- Northstar at Tahoe is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Northstar at Tahoe?
- Northstar at Tahoe runs from a base elevation of 1,929 m (6,329 ft) to a summit of 2,624 m (8,609 ft), giving a vertical drop of 695 m (2,280 ft).
- How big is Northstar at Tahoe?
- Northstar at Tahoe has 3,170 acres (1,283 hectares) of skiable terrain, 100 marked runs and 20 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Northstar at Tahoe?
- Northstar at Tahoe is on the Epic 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 Northstar at Tahoe?
- Northstar at Tahoe 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 Northstar at Tahoe get in a typical season?
- Northstar at Tahoe averages 350 inches / 889 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Northstar at Tahoe in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #79 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), Northstar at Tahoe 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, Northstar at Tahoe sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 +22%, '15-16 -7%, '23-24 +14%. A pattern, not a promise.
