The Skiers' Guide to Heavenly: Expert Analysis & Reviews
Ranked 121st of 230 Ski resorts
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Heavenly Ski Resort in California and Nevada offers one of the most unique skiing experiences with stunning views of Lake Tahoe. The resort spans two states, featuring a vast terrain that caters to all skill levels. Heavenly is known for its high-energy atmosphere, lively après-ski scene, and nightlife. The resort boasts a variety of runs, from wide groomed trails to challenging terrain. Heavenly's gondola ride provides breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding area. The on-site accommodations and dining options range from casual to upscale, catering to a variety of tastes. Heavenly's location near South Lake Tahoe adds to its appeal, offering a range of activities and amenities beyond skiing.
Reviews
Stev - expert skier ⛷️
Mar, 21 - 2025
First, the cons.
Heavenly's lift placement makes many of their lifts susceptible to wind holds.
Getting around the mountain can be tricky. There are many long traverses.
If you just follow the trail map, this large resort skis smaller than its size.
The beginner runs are sort of limited, narrow, and spread out or separated from other beginner runs.
Next, the pros.
There is a good variety of intermediate through expert terrain.
The tree skiing is great. It is amazing on a powder day.
If you know your way around or are fortunate enough to follow someone with local knowledge, the off-piste skiing is also fantastic.
One more bit of advice. Don't forget to look up while you are skiing. The views of Lake Tahoe are also pretty good.
Heavenly's lift placement makes many of their lifts susceptible to wind holds.
Getting around the mountain can be tricky. There are many long traverses.
If you just follow the trail map, this large resort skis smaller than its size.
The beginner runs are sort of limited, narrow, and spread out or separated from other beginner runs.
Next, the pros.
There is a good variety of intermediate through expert terrain.
The tree skiing is great. It is amazing on a powder day.
If you know your way around or are fortunate enough to follow someone with local knowledge, the off-piste skiing is also fantastic.
One more bit of advice. Don't forget to look up while you are skiing. The views of Lake Tahoe are also pretty good.
Colleen - advanced skier ⛷️
Mar, 21 - 2025
Skied Heavenly 7 days straight in March - 2 storms came through dumping almost 3 feet of snow! I stayed on the Nevada side at Holiday Inn Vacations and primarily skied the Nevada side. The lift lines were leas than 5 minutes. Tree runs are fantastic - great spacing and variable pitch. Hotel and Heavenly shuttles were easy to use and frequent. Cant wait to go again.!
Brian - intermediate skier ⛷️
Mar, 9 - 2025
We really enjoy Heavenly and visit every year. You can't beat the views and the skiing is always great.
Resort Stats
Ski Terrain
8Beginner Runs
68Intermediate Runs
31Advanced Runs
6Expert Runs
5.5 milesLongest Run
4800 acresSkiable Terrain
3379 hectaresSnow making
Elevation
10067 feetTop
7170 feetBottom
2897 feetVertical Drop
Lifts
2Gondolas / Cable Cars
12Chairlifts
Lift Pass Costs
$599Season pass
$10387 days
$1891 day
Weather
289 inchesAverage annual snowfall
