A Weekend Like No Other: Pain McShlonkey & Mothership Classic

Skier hitting a backflip at the Pain McShlonkey Classic

Get ready for one of the rowdiest, most unforgettable weekends of the season! March 22-23 marks the return of Pain McShlonkey and the Mothership Classic, two of the most beloved and iconic events at Palisades Tahoe. This isn’t just any weekend—it’s a celebration of ski culture, nostalgia, and the legendary Shane McConkey. Whether you’re here […]

Why March Is The Best Month To Ski

Resort Chair powder on March 24, 2024

Tahoe locals and frequent visitors alike know that the month of March is the “sweet spot” for some of the best skiing and riding you’ll get all season, every season. At this point in the year, we have solid snowpack and our highest percentage of open terrain. This means that there’s space to spread out and plenty of different trails to choose from.

The Dispatch Season 75

Athlete Dispatch Cover Image

As we celebrate our historic 75th season, Palisades Tahoe is proud to host an extraordinary team of professional athletes who represent the pinnacle of skiing and snowboarding. Our athlete team includes Olympians, X-Games champions, and free riders who embody the adventurous spirit that has made these mountains legendary. Our athletes serve as ambassadors for Palisades Tahoe, […]

Forged: A Tribute to Our Mountain Community and Legacy of Excellence in Sport

Welcome to Winter celebrations on stage in the Palisades Village

On November 30, 2024 the community came together to celebrate a monumental art sculpture created by local artist, Toni Standteiner. The structure, a towering creation of local granite, steel, bronze and copper is a testament to the people who have contributed to and shaped the legacy of Palisades Tahoe. Artist Statement Toni’s inspiration was “It […]

What’s New for the 24/25 Season

On November 24, 1949, the first chairlift ascended the mountain, then the longest double chairlift in the world, along with two rope tows. Over the following decades, our mountain gained global recognition by hosting the 1960 Winter Olympics and expanded its terrain to include eight peaks by merging two mountain resorts, now spanning over 6,000 […]

Photographer Spotlight: Marcus Morgan

Emigrant with the moon in the background last week.

Read about Marcus Morgan, whose photos you have probably seen on our social media channels. Marcus is a longtime employee and the Upper Lift Maintenance Manager at Palisades Tahoe who is also a talented photographer.

Season Recap: Best Moments from Winter 23/24

Cass Jones upsidedown on Granite Peak

Every season is a season to remember, but our 74th year had its share of special moments. While it was difficult to rank them, these were 10 of our favorite things that happened in the 23/24 winter season.

Operations Update: 10 Days Left!

The Northern Lights over the resort last Friday.

We’re the only ski resort open in Lake Tahoe and there are still TEN DAYS to get your last turns in. We’re looking pretty good for the final stretch, but since it has been (and will continue to be) quite warm, we thought you’d want another update. Here’s our best guess for the end of the 23/24 season:

Operations Update: End of May Expectations

Ross Roberts welding a winch tower. Photo by Waqas Shafi.

We are nearing the end of the 23/24 season, and we know you all are eager to find out what will happen over the next few weeks. There are two things we want you to keep in mind: Temperatures are warming, and lifts are going to start to close.