China Peak vs Palisades Tahoe

China Peak (California) and Palisades Tahoe (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatChina PeakPalisades Tahoe
Vertical drop1,598 ft (487 m)2,539 ft (774 m)
Summit elevation8,629 ft8,740 ft
Base elevation7,031 ft6,201 ft
Lifts1131
Runs105109
Beginner terrain16%14%
Intermediate terrain60%42%
Expert terrain24%44%
Night skiingNoNo

Palisades Tahoe has the bigger vertical (2,539 ft vs 1,598 ft); Palisades Tahoe has more runs (109 vs 105); Palisades Tahoe skews more expert (44% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
China PeakIndy Pass: 2 days
Palisades TahoeIkon Pass: unlimited days

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

Stay near China Peak

Lodging near the base fills up first during peak weeks. Search stays near China Peak

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