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Updated May 2026
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Heavenly Reviews & Ratings

How Skiers Rate Heavenly

Overall Rating
4.19
Value for Money
3.64
Quiet Slopes
3.36
Après-Ski
3.89
Accommodation Options
4.43
Family Friendliness
4.44
Groomed Runs
4.46
Powder Zones
3.89
Tree Runs
4.20
Mogul Fields
3.79
Off-Piste
3.92
Snow Parks
3.51
Lift Efficiency
4.08
Eating Out
4.08
Ski School Quality
4.10
Beginners
4.22
Intermediates
4.34
Advanced
4.32
Experts
3.81
Snowboarders
3.86

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What Skiers Say About Heavenly

Heavenly attracts skiers and snowboarders of all levels, from beginners to experts, though several users note limited green terrain and challenging navigation for first-timers. The overwhelming consensus centres on exceptional Lake Tahoe views from the slopes and a large, sprawling resort split between California and Nevada sides. Reviewers consistently mention good intermediate and advanced terrain, quality tree skiing after storms, and efficient modern lifts, though wind holds can disconnect the two sides of the mountain. Common complaints include high costs for tickets and food, crowding during peak periods, flat traverses between areas, and variable snow conditions in low seasons.

AI-generated summary based on verified skier reviews

  • Lake Tahoe views
  • varied terrain
  • tree skiing
  • lift efficiency
  • resort size
  • intermediate runs
  • high prices
  • wind holds
  • flat traverses
  • limited beginner terrain
  • crowds
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Charlie
expert skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
May, 1 2026
I've always enjoyed my days on this mountain. Views can be outstanding. Hoping to get back soon. I recommend taking the gondola up from CA base and stopping off at vista point.
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Fritz
expert skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Apr, 17 2026
Skiing/riding in two states, California and Nevada, and stunning views of Lake Tahoe, The mountain offers diverse terrain, many lifts serving only advanced skiers/riders and then there are some flat areas. It can be crowded on weekends and parking needs reservation on peak times.
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Charlie
intermediate skier ⛷️ 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Mar, 9 2026
Great ski resort great facilities in lodges and lovely food options and drink options. Powder runs and great for the kids.
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Andrew
advanced skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Mar, 8 2026
Good mountain. There are lots of runs. A bit crowded. Beautiful views of Lake Tahoe. Snow was decent.
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Shawn
intermediate skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Mar, 8 2026
Love the the runs and the great views. Lifts ran well and never got to bogged down in line. Would come back
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Julia
expert snowboarder 🏂 🇺🇸 United States
Feb, 6 2026
Very good terrain when there is snow, but gets very crowded and the groomers get packed when they is not snow. Food and drink too expensive for value.
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Alexandra
intermediate skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Feb, 5 2026
Heavenly had amazing views from wide open groomers. Great intermediate skiing with short lift lines. My boyfriend said the tree groves were great just needed more coverage for good off piste
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Charlie Maria
intermediate snowboarder 🏂 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Feb, 4 2026
Heavenly is a 10/10 ski resort, great lodging options, great food options, varied runs, and keeps you up to date constantly!
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Rob
advanced skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Jan, 30 2026
Loved the skiing, amazing views across lake tahoe in California and the great basin desert of Nevada a truly unique experience. As with all things in America getting around by car is really the only way. Great area for all types of skiers, borders and non-skiers (with a car) although don't expect that European apre ski time. There is public transport to and from the various accommodation areas to the ski area and central hubs and a large car park but make sure you book in advance as it can sell out in peak times.
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Aubrey
intermediate skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Jan, 30 2026
Such a big mountain, perfect for beginners and advanced boarders or skiers. Multiple lodges with great food and beverage options. Whether you choose the California or Nevada side to start your day, it is super easy to traverse the mountain!
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Nancy
advanced skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Jan, 30 2026
Heavenly and Tahoe need more snow! Tree skiing is usually phenomenal and powder good when there is snow.
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Tacarlia
beginner snowboarder 🏂 🇺🇸 United States
Jan, 30 2026
Over all they have great runs and the food wasn’t too bad. It was a bit windy when we went so we had to cut the day short. But overall had a great time
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Zach
expert snowboarder 🏂 🇺🇸 United States
Jan, 29 2026
Great all around mountain. Not a ton of beginner terrain which is nice. Big enough to escape the crowds and find fresh powder even a few days after a storm
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Alexandre
advanced skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Jan, 29 2026
Good for beginners/intermediate. Needs a lot of snow for advanced terrain, which doesn't happen every year
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Natalie
advanced snowboarder 🏂 🇺🇸 United States
Jan, 28 2026
Not a lot of snow in California this winter (so far) we’ve had one good storm leaving heavenly with a decent base layer. Their snowmaking is is top notch and provided some decent powder sections on their runs. Their park sections aren’t great and only two small sections on the entire resort. It always feels more like a skier’s mountain here. Crowds weee low being the middle of the week - no waits on the lifts. Their alcohol is pretty pricey - cocktail $20. We enjoy coming to heavenly though for the town and easy access to the gondola. There are a ton of hotels at different price points, but if it’s in your budget it’s great walking outside and straight on the gondola.
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Keano
intermediate skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Jan, 26 2026
I went over Valentine's Day weekend and it was a ton of fun. I was skiing with two friends and had a great time
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Alexey
advanced skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Jan, 23 2026
Pros: large resort, modern detachable lifts (mostly), 3 base areas, decent snow quality, many mogul runs, trees etc, family friendly resort.

Cons: extremely complex navigation, many "valleys" from which getting out is hard, not good enough parks for different levels. Large crowds in some areas, not enough challenging terrain, no bowls, quite a few flat traverse areas.
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Lucy
intermediate skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Jan, 21 2026
This place has so many blue runs and we had a lot of fun exploring the mountain from east to west.
The ski school at the California Lodge was amazing, they made my kids a special vega lunch and they learnt a lot! The ski school on the other side at the Gondola was a different experience, they started very late and were back teaching them how to put skis on and not focusing on building the skills they already had. They also didn’t get a lunch because they were vegan so finished the day hungry, cold and tired.
We always rent from the California Lodge and the gear was exceptionally good this year. I got to try the Nordica back fastening boots which were so comfortable!
Loft lines after the holidays were no problem at all. I wish they had vegan options at the restaurants on the mountain.
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Allyssa
beginner snowboarder 🏂 🇺🇸 United States
Jan, 19 2026
My friend and I visited Heavenly over MLK weekend and we had such a great time exploring the village and eating at the amazing restaurants in the area. We tried Hell’s Kitchen 10/10, Saltgrass Steak House 4/10, and Wolf 1000/10. The views from the gondola are gorgeous of the lake and snow covered mountains. I am a beginner snowboarder and this is not a beginner friendly resort. They do not have a lot of green runs and the blue runs that I went on were narrow with lots of cat walks which is not fun for any snowboarder. Overall we had a great time and the nightlife was excellent. Would definitely come back once I’m a more experienced snowboarder to hit the slopes!!
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Ruya
advanced snowboarder 🏂 🇺🇸 United States
Jan, 16 2026
Heavenly is a great resort with a lovely village. It is quite pricey, but the views are incredible and runs are very fun especially if a storm blows through!
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