Dodge Ridge Ski Area vs Palisades Tahoe

Dodge Ridge Ski Area (California) and Palisades Tahoe (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatDodge Ridge Ski AreaPalisades Tahoe
Vertical drop1,572 ft (479 m)2,539 ft (774 m)
Summit elevation8,143 ft8,740 ft
Base elevation6,572 ft6,201 ft
Lifts1131
Runs56109
Beginner terrain9%14%
Intermediate terrain45%42%
Expert terrain46%44%
Night skiingNoNo

Palisades Tahoe has the bigger vertical (2,539 ft vs 1,572 ft); Palisades Tahoe has more runs (109 vs 56); Dodge Ridge Ski Area skews more expert (46% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Dodge Ridge Ski AreaIndy 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 →

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