Donner Ski Ranch vs Palisades Tahoe

Donner Ski Ranch (California) and Palisades Tahoe (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatDonner Ski RanchPalisades Tahoe
Vertical drop538 ft (164 m)2,539 ft (774 m)
Summit elevation7,310 ft8,740 ft
Base elevation6,772 ft6,201 ft
Lifts631
Runs18109
Beginner terrain53%14%
Intermediate terrain18%42%
Expert terrain29%44%
Night skiing-No

Palisades Tahoe has the bigger vertical (2,539 ft vs 538 ft); Palisades Tahoe has more runs (109 vs 18); Palisades Tahoe skews more expert (44% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Donner Ski RanchIndy 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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