Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is holding off on its opening weekend as a strong snowstorm moves through the area.
The resort had been set to open Saturday, November 8, but warmer temperatures over the past couple of weeks have slowed snowmaking and pushed back preparations.
Mike Pierce, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe Resort spokesperson, confirmed the change on Wednesday, saying, “Yes, we’ve got a little quick blizzard bearing down on us today! No, Mt. Rose will not open this weekend, but we’re optimistic about colder temps ahead that should allow us to crank up the snowmaking system. The warmer stretch we’ve had over the last couple of weeks was keeping us from making snow, so our opening day will be announced once we have a packed base of 12-14”, and we can offer a quality and sustainable skiing product (that typically means the Lakeview Express lift is open, serving the Carson Bowl).”
According to the resort’s website, Mt. Rose will announce an opening day once it achieves a 12- to 14-inch packed base and can offer a quality ski experience, which typically means running the Lakeview Express lift serving the Kit Carson Bowl down to the lodge.
The resort added that snowmaking will continue whenever weather conditions allow, urging guests to “think cold temps.”
