Kirkwood Mountain Resort vs Palisades Tahoe
Kirkwood Mountain Resort (California) and Palisades Tahoe (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Kirkwood Mountain Resort | Palisades Tahoe |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,657 ft (505 m) | 2,539 ft (774 m) |
| Summit elevation | 9,469 ft | 8,740 ft |
| Base elevation | 7,815 ft | 6,201 ft |
| Lifts | 13 | 31 |
| Runs | 50 | 109 |
| Beginner terrain | 12% | 14% |
| Intermediate terrain | 32% | 42% |
| Expert terrain | 56% | 44% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Palisades Tahoe has the bigger vertical (2,539 ft vs 1,657 ft); Palisades Tahoe has more runs (109 vs 50); Kirkwood Mountain Resort skews more expert (56% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Kirkwood Mountain Resort | Epic Pass: unlimited days |
| Palisades Tahoe | Ikon 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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