Our Mountain
An Extinct Volcano
Our home, Mount Pluto, is an extinct volcano. When it last erupted 2 million years ago, its lava and mudflows dammed what we now call Lake Tahoe. We’re thankful it created this unforgettable place. And rest assured, scientists confirm it shows no signs of becoming active again.
A Spirit That Belongs To All Of Us
What nature created, we continue to enjoy, and hope that it becomes part of your family’s traditions. Northstar is a pristine reserve, hidden in an eternity of trees and quiet valleys. It’s a special place where we focus on helping you find what matters most – time together, rejuvenating calm and the opportunity to become your best self.
Mountain Info
Winter Mountain Info
| Skiable Acres: | 3,170 | Trails: | 100 |
| Vertical Drop: | 2,280 ft (695 m) |
Beginner: |
13% |
| Elevation (Summit): |
8,610 ft (2,624 m) |
Intermediate: |
60% |
| Elevation (Mid-Mtn): |
6,800 ft (2,073 m) |
Advanced: |
27% |
| Elevation (Village): |
6,330 ft (1,929 m) |
Longest Run: |
1.4 miles, Logger's Loop |
| Winter Season: | Mid-Nov. to Mid-April | Gladed Tree Skiing: | 7 trails, 600+ acres |
| Avg. Annual Snowfall: | 350 in (9 m) | Gate-Accessed Advanced Terrain: |
347 acres (Sawtooth Ridge, White Rabbit)* |
| Avg. Daytime High: |
43°F (6°C) Nov. - April |
Lifts: |
20 |
| Avg. Overnight Low: |
21°F (-6°C) Nov. - April |
Gondolas: |
3 (1 express, 1 pulse, 1 chondola) |
| Snowmaking Coverage: |
50% (largest snowmaking system in N. Lake Tahoe) |
Six-Pack Express: |
2 (chondola) |
| Snow Tubing: | TBD |
Quad Express Chairs: |
6 |
| Child Care: |
No |
Quad Fixed-Grip Chairs: |
1 |
| Overnight Ski/Board Check: | TBD | Triple Chairs: |
2 |
| Ski & Snowboard School: |
Yes | Tow/Surface Lifts: |
2 |
| Tuning & Repairs: |
Yes | Magic Carpets: |
5 |
| Cross Country Skiing: |
Yes, 23.7 km |
Telemark Skiing: |
Yes |
| Snowshoeing: |
Yes, 32.5 km |
Fat Biking: |
Yes |
Terrain Parks & Pipes
| Terrain Parks | 8 | ||
| Pinball | medium | Kids Adventure Zones |
Skicology, Playground, Forerunner & Rendezvous |
| Moonshine | small | Accolades: |
2018 - Transworld - #2 |
| Burton Progression Park: | extra small | Terrain Park Designer: |
Northstar Parks |
| The Straits Park: | large | ||
| Pipeline: | large | ||
| The LilLil' Stash: | small, medium & large |
New EpicMix Time Features Lift Line Forecasts , opens in a new window
Coming this season, EpicMix Time will display forecasts of lift line wait times allowing you to find the lifts with the shortest wait times throughout the day. But that's not all. EpicMix also gives you: