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📷 Palisades Tahoe

North America

Palisades Tahoe

Closed for the season

Season ended May 3, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 08:05 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed May 3

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 8:05 AM•Weather at base: 1890m

Overview

Palisades Tahoe is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Season ended May 3, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 08:05 UTC.

Resort Guide

Palisades Tahoe is a major ski resort located in Olympic Valley, California, offering over 6,000 skiable acres across two mountains, Palisades and Alpine. The resort features a diverse range of terrain for all abilities, a vibrant base village with dining and shopping, and amenities such as ski schools and equipment rentals. Known for hosting the 1960 Winter Olympics, Palisades Tahoe stands out for its expansive slopes, scenic Lake Tahoe views, and a blend of challenging runs and family-friendly experiences.

Resort Info

Summit2758m
Base1890m
Vertical868m
Lifts39
Runs288
Skiable Area6000 acres
Average snowfall369 inches / 937 cm
CountryUnited States
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Season dates

Season endedMay 3, 2026

Ski passes

Ikon Pass

Ikon Pass

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Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Le Chamois – A legendary après-ski spot at Palisades Tahoe, Le Chamois is celebrated for its laid-back vibe, famous pizza, and lively outdoor deck where skiers and riders gather to share stories and enjoy drinks after a day on the mountain.

Snow Summary

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

California & Sierra Nevada region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 08:05 AM UTC

Depth by source

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The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.

Base

1890m

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13.9°C

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4.1km/h

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Palisades Tahoe El Niño rank & forecast

Palisades Tahoe ranks #90 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier A, +9% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain: Historically snowed much more than normal in strong El Niño winters (≥ +8% vs this resort’s own 30-year average).

#90 of 488Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

Strong-event signal: +9% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Palisades Tahoe averaged +9% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — one of the strongest positive El Niño signals we track. With NOAA forecasting a potentially record event for winter 2026-27, history says this is the winter to book Palisades Tahoe with confidence. Individual analog winters: '97-98 +33%, '15-16 +0%, '23-24 -6%. A lean, not a law — but the lean is firmly up.

'97-98 +33%'15-16 0%'23-24 −6%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

Live Conditions

Palisades Tahoe Webcams

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Palisades Tahoe / Ozolio

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9 webcams • Click to expand

Avalanche

Off-season — no rating published

Sierra Avalanche Center

Watch for signs of unstable snow such as recent avalanches, cracking in the snow, and audible collapsing. Avoid traveling on or under similar slopes.

Read the official bulletin ↗

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Getting There

Road Conditions

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6 cameras nearby

Official map ↗

R-0 — No restrictions

No active chain controls or restrictions on the highways near this resort right now (Caltrans). Always re-check before a winter drive.

Highway cameras near Palisades Tahoe

Hwy 89 at Olympic Valley road camera
Hwy 89 at Olympic Valley3.5 km · Caltrans
Hwy 89 at Alpine Meadows road camera
Hwy 89 at Alpine Meadows3.9 km · Caltrans
Hwy 89 at Rampart road camera
Hwy 89 at Rampart6.3 km · Caltrans
Hwy 89 at Fairway Dr road camera
Hwy 89 at Fairway Dr8.4 km · Caltrans
Hwy 89 at Hwy 28 road camera
Hwy 89 at Hwy 288.6 km · Caltrans
Hwy 89 at Granlibakken road camera
Hwy 89 at Granlibakken8.9 km · Caltrans

Live highway sensors & cameras within ~30–40 km, via Caltrans. Conditions on the drive, not the mountain — the resort's own road status is authoritative. Always re-check before a winter drive.

Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

The black line is not a simple average. For Palisades Tahoe (sierra), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).

  • 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
  • 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
  • 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.

Building verification history for this resort.

How we verify forecasts →

Hourly Forecast Detail

AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level

NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 28, 8:05 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
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Snow (cm)000000000000000000
Precip (mm)000.3000000000000000
Temp (°C)11159101669175916571236123
Wind (km/h)71151120631348155142211122011
Gusts (km/h)203417325523163917255128405743415243

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

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Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 08:05 AM UTC

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Off-season · 537cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~368.5 cm. That's 33% below the 5-year average (550 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 31% below the 30-year average (537 cm).

Palisades Tahoe Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 576cm with an average of 86 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November53.8cm9 days10cm31cm17.9cm
December120.7cm14 days47cm83cm28.8cm
January109cm13 days86cm124cm26.7cm
February112.8cm14 days116cm153cm26cm
March98.4cm14 days139cm171cm25.2cm
April51.2cm11 days120cm151cm15.4cm
May17.1cm5 days61cm96cm7.7cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

Season at a Glance

1 tracked season

Last completed season(2025-26)

149 days

Dec 6, 2025 → May 3, 2026

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Nov 21, 2026

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Palisades Tahoe, ERA5 season snowfall median was 572 cm (225 in), about 4% above this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.

Prevailing ONI

El Niño

MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C

Analog season median

572 cm

10 El Niño winters · 4% above median

All-season median

550 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10572 cm517 cm – 655 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12527 cm461 cm – 724 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8503 cm414 cm – 576 cm2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003

Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

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Frequently asked questions about Palisades Tahoe

Where is Palisades Tahoe?
Palisades Tahoe is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Palisades Tahoe?
Palisades Tahoe runs from a base elevation of 1,890 m (6,201 ft) to a summit of 2,758 m (9,049 ft), giving a vertical drop of 868 m (2,848 ft).
How big is Palisades Tahoe?
Palisades Tahoe has 6,000 acres (2,428 hectares) of skiable terrain, 288 marked runs and 39 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Palisades Tahoe?
Palisades Tahoe 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 Palisades Tahoe?
Palisades Tahoe typically operates from November to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Palisades Tahoe get in a typical season?
Palisades Tahoe averages 369 inches / 937 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Palisades Tahoe in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #90 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +9% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Palisades Tahoe averaged +9% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — one of the strongest positive El Niño signals we track. With NOAA forecasting a potentially record event for winter 2026-27, history says this is the winter to book Palisades Tahoe with confidence. Individual analog winters: '97-98 +33%, '15-16 +0%, '23-24 -6%. A lean, not a law — but the lean is firmly up.