Resort Overview
With unique views of the desert, Washoe Valley, mountains around and Lake Tahoe, Diamond Peak offers a spectacular way to experience the rich environment of the region. There aren’t many places in the world with such panorama views as Lake Tahoe, and when combined with over 300 inches of snow per season it isn’t hard to understand why people visit Diamond Peak. Come here to get away from the crowds and experience a resort that is small in acreage but large in vertical drop (1,850 ft) and intimate in setting. In fact, Diamond Peak is so confident you will like their resort that if you are not satisfied within the first hour, they will allow you to return your ticket in exchange for a voucher for another day. With that kind of guarantee, fewer crowds, and reasonable lift ticket prices there is good reason to give this place a try.
Trail Details
Beginner Runs: 18%
Intermediate Runs: 46%
Advanced Runs: 36%
Expert Runs: 0%
Longest Run: 2.5 miles
Terrain Details
Elevation
Highest Point: 8540 ft
Vertical Drop: 1840 ft
Lowest Point: 6700 ft
Skiable Terrain: 655 acres
Backcountry/Off-Piste: Not Available
Tree Runs: Yes
Lift Info
Total Number of Lifts: 6
Gondolas & Trams: 0
High Speed Sixes: 0
High Speed Quads: 1
Quad Chairs: 2
Triple Chairs: 0
Double Chairs: 3
Surface Lifts: 0
Lift Hours of Operation
Monday: 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Tuesday: 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Wednesday: 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Thursday: 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Friday: 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Saturday: 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Sunday: 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Night Skiing: Not Available
Lift Tickets
Adult Single Day: $49+
Youth Single Day: $39+
Child Single Day: $18+
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Snowfall
Average Annual Snowfall: 300 inches
Snow Making Capability: 492 acres
Terrain Park
Halfpipe: Not Available
Terrain Park: Yes (2)
Notes: Terrain parks cater to a variety of skill levels, including one park for beginners.
Ski/Snowboard School
Everything from freestyle clinics to first time ski and snowboard instruction can be found on the mountain. Equipment rentals are available at their continually updating rental shop. Daily two and four hour sessions are offered in group or private settings.
Important Dates
Ski Season Dates: Typically November to April
On and Off-Mountain Services
On-mountain lodges and restaurants are available at the base of the mountain along with a rental and repair shop. There is also a mid-mountain lodge that has a sundeck with views of Lake Tahoe, a cafeteria and restrooms.
Off-mountain you can find full services for all your needs in nearby Reno or North Lake Tahoe.
Lodging Info
There isn’t any on-mountain lodging. However, thousands of beds are available in the nearby cities on the lake such as Incline Village, Kings Beach and Tahoe City.
Transportation Info
Driving Directions:
From Reno take Highway 395 South to Highway 431 towards Incline Village. Then take a left on Country
Club Drive, a left on Ski Way and follow this to the top.
From San Francisco take Highway 80 East to Truckee, then Highway 267 towards Lake Tahoe. Then
turn left onto Highway 28 and drive to Incline Village. At Incline Village take a left on Country Club Drive
and a right on Ski Way drive and proceed to the resort at the top.
Flying:
The closest airport is Reno International. There are also smaller airports in Truckee and South Lake
Tahoe. Shuttles are available from the Reno airport to Incline Village.
Bus/Coach:
From Reno take a shuttle from the airport or city center, travel time of 1 hour. From San Francisco, busses
will take 5-6 hours.
Other Activities
Heliskiing: Not Available
Snowmobiles: Not Available
Tubing: Not Available
Snowboarding Access
Snowboarding is permitted everywhere in the resort.
History
Diamond Peak was started after increased attention was brought to the California ski industry after the 1960 Winter Olympic Games. It was part of an integral master plan idea created by Art Wood to develop a vacation resort community. Originally called “Ski Incline,” the first version of the resort was constructed in 4 months for $2 million and included the West Coast’s first snowmaking system, 3 chair lifts and a T-Bar. Over the years, the resort grew into what is now Diamond Peak. A major expansion occurred in 1987 with the addition of the upper portion of the resort, offering the stunning views 360 views now enjoyed by all. Diamond Peak continues to upgrade its lift operations, lodges and snowmaking systems to this day.
Summer Activities
Facilities are available for reception activities such as parties and weddings. Outdoor activities include hiking and rock climbing.
Contact Info
Diamond Peak
1210 Ski Way
Incline Village, NV 89451
Phone: (775) 832-1177
Other Information
Snowboard Leashes Required: No
Common misspellings: Diamond-Peak, Diamon Peak, Diamondpeak