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Evening alpenglow on the snow-laden forest of Heavenly, with the gondola line climbing to the top station

Resort guide · United States

Heavenly: Our Ski Guide

A mountain that straddles California and Nevada above the south shore of Lake Tahoe: 4,800 acres, 28 lifts and a summit at 10,067 feet, a gondola rising straight out of town, and the lake in view from almost every run.

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The back story

Season 2026/27: Opening day 20 November 2026 (skiheavenly.com) · Ski area: 4,800 acres, 28 lifts, 111 trails; four base areas, two in California and two in Nevada · Top viewpoint: Summit 10,067 ft; the gondola's observation deck over Lake Tahoe · Lift tickets: Adult 1-day, advance online, $255; Epic 1-Day from $115 (limited time), winter 2026/27 · Pass: Epic Pass: adult $1,169 (2026/27) · Nearest airport: Reno-Tahoe International (RNO), by the South Tahoe Airporter

  1. The back story

    Heavenly: the back story

    Heavenly·In depth

    Two chairlifts in 1955, a link to Nevada in 1968, a gondola out of the middle of town, and seventy winters above Lake Tahoe.

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Lift passes, ski schools and hire

  1. Official prices, winter 2026/27

    Heavenly lift tickets

    Heavenly·Lift tickets·€€€

    An adult 1-day lift ticket bought online 7 days ahead is $255; the Epic 1-Day, sold for a limited time, starts at $115.

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  2. Heavenly is an Epic mountain

    Epic Pass 2026/27 at Heavenly

    Heavenly·Season pass·€€€€

    Unlimited, unrestricted skiing at Heavenly, Northstar, Kirkwood, Stowe and the other Vail Resorts mountains: adult $1,169 for 2026/27.

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  3. From age 3

    Heavenly Ski & Ride School

    Heavenly·Ski school·€€€

    Child group lessons from age 3, adult groups from first-timers up, and private lessons; consecutive days are discounted.

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  4. Book ahead, save up to 20%

    Heavenly ski and snowboard rentals

    Heavenly·Ski and snowboard hire·€€

    Resort rentals with up to 20% off online, Pick Your Own Demo from 60+ models, and delivery to your lodging at select locations.

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  5. From Heavenly Village

    Heavenly Gondola and observation deck

    Heavenly·Gondola and viewpoint·€€

    The gondola from the heart of South Lake Tahoe to the mountain, with a lake-view observation deck at the mid-station.

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Where to stay, every budget

Who it suits. On a budget: Basecamp's shared rooms and hot tubs, the Epic 1-Day ticket bought early, the Lake Link micro-transit and a deli lunch from The Cork & More. Mid-range: Station House Inn or the Coachman near the gondola, an Epic Pass, and tacos and tequila at Azul in the Village. Luxury: Edgewood Tahoe, a MICHELIN Key lodge on the lake, The Landing's lakeside suites and spa, and dinner at the Sage Room, here since 1947.

  1. MICHELIN Key

    Edgewood Tahoe

    Heavenly·Lakeside lodge·€€€€

    A MICHELIN Key lodge of stone and timber on the lake's edge at Stateline, with fireplaces and soaking tubs, a private beach, a spa and a shuttle to the slopes.

    100 Lake Parkway, Stateline, NV 89449Explore View on map

  2. 82 rooms on a semi-private beach · In depth

    The Landing Tahoe Resort & Spa

    Heavenly·Lakeside hotel·€€€€

    A lakeside resort on the shore of South Lake Tahoe, minutes from Heavenly Village, with The Spa and its two private steam-shower rooms, a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, stone gas fireplaces in every room and Lakeside Dining.

    4104 Lakeshore Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

  3. A short stroll from Heavenly Village

    The Coachman Hotel

    Heavenly·Boutique hotel·€€

    A design-minded boutique hotel that breaks the mould of South Lake Tahoe motels, a short walk from Heavenly Village.

    4100 Pine Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

  4. Since 1972, half a mile from the gondola

    Station House Inn

    Heavenly·Family hotel·€€

    A family-friendly boutique hotel welcoming travellers since 1972, a short walk from the Heavenly Gondola.

    901 Park Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

  5. 0.3 miles from Heavenly

    Basecamp Tahoe South

    Heavenly·Adventure hotel·€

    A playful, good-value hotel for outdoor people, with family rooms, themed rooms, two hot tubs and a beer garden.

    4143 Cedar Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

Restaurants and mountain huts

  1. Over 1,000 wine labels

    The Edge Restaurant & Lounge at Edgewood

    Heavenly·Fine dining·€€€€

    Seasonal dishes and multi-course tasting menus over the lake at Edgewood Tahoe, with tableside service and a list of more than 1,000 wines.

    100 Lake Parkway, Stateline, NV 89449Explore View on map

  2. Since 1947

    Sage Room Steak House

    Heavenly·Steakhouse·€€€€

    A Stateline institution since 1947, on the 19th floor of Caesars Republic: Black Angus steaks, Beef Wellington and Bananas Foster flamed at the table.

    18 Highway 50, Stateline, NV 89449Explore View on map

  3. On the Ski Run Marina

    Riva Grill on the Lake

    Heavenly·Lakefront grill·€€€

    American food and rum drinks in a mahogany room inspired by Riva boats, on the Ski Run Marina.

    900 Ski Run Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

  4. About 100 agave spirits

    Azul Latin Kitchen

    Heavenly·Mexican·€€

    Lighter, fresher Mexican cooking with local ingredients in Heavenly Village, about 100 tequilas and mezcals, and live music on the corner stage.

    1001 Heavenly Village Way, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

  5. Top of the gondola

    Tamarack Lodge, Heavenly

    Heavenly·Mountain restaurant·€€

    Breakfast and lunch at the top of the gondola: burgers, pizza, soups, a salad bar and bowls, with Bar 9150 inside.

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  6. Top of the Tram

    Lakeview Lodge

    Heavenly·Mountain restaurant·€€

    A quick-service lodge with gyros, Greek dishes and a full bar at the top of the Tram and Gunbarrel.

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  7. Base of Dipper and Comet

    East Peak Lodge

    Heavenly·Mountain restaurant·€€

    Lunch on the Nevada side, with barbecue, pizza and burgers, and cold drinks at the Star bar.

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Après-ski and bars

  1. The Double Barrel Bloody Mary

    Gunbarrel Tavern & Eatery

    Heavenly·Tavern·€€

    Handcrafted cocktails, craft beer and comfort food in Heavenly Village, with a patio, fire pits and daily specials.

    1001 Heavenly Village Way, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

  2. Base of Sky and Canyon chairs

    Sky Deck

    Heavenly·Mountain bar·€€

    Barbecue and drinks outdoors at the base of the Sky chair, with the bar open 10 am to 3 pm.

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  3. Gondola mid-station

    Café Blue

    Heavenly·Deck bar·€€

    Snacks and drinks on the gondola's lake-view observation deck, at weekends and holidays.

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  4. At Caesars Republic

    Tessie's Cocktails & Chords

    Heavenly·Cocktail bar·€€€

    Cocktails and live music at Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe in Stateline.

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  5. Lakefront sunsets

    Idle Hour Wine & Bubbly Bar

    Heavenly·Wine bar·€€€

    A lakefront wine bar pouring boutique wines and sparkling by the glass, with sunset views.

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Shops

  1. Since 1982

    Tahoe Sports Ltd

    Heavenly·Outdoor shop

    Skis, snowboards and backcountry gear, with repairs, in the Village Center since 1982.

    4008 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

  2. 50 years in South Lake Tahoe

    The Cork & More

    Heavenly·Gourmet market and deli

    Wine, beer, a gourmet cheese case and a deli of sandwiches, salads and picnic food to go.

    1032 Al Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

  3. Since 1973

    Grass Roots Natural Foods

    Heavenly·Natural foods store

    South Lake Tahoe's natural foods store since 1973, for condo groceries and healthy snacks.

    2030 Dunlap Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

Spas and wellness

  1. Organic, botanical treatments

    The Spa at The Landing

    Heavenly·Hotel day spa

    A lakeside day spa with treatments made from organic ingredients and natural botanicals, and a Healing Arts Menu of global therapies.

    4104 Lakeshore Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

  2. In Heavenly Village

    Serenity Spa

    Heavenly·Day spa

    Massage, facials and body wraps in Heavenly Village, with a second spa at the Marriott Grand Residence Club.

    1001 Heavenly Village Way, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150Explore View on map

  3. At the MICHELIN Key lodge

    Spa at Edgewood Tahoe

    Heavenly·Resort spa

    The spa of Edgewood Tahoe on the lake shore, singled out by the MICHELIN Guide for its herbal poultice massage.

    100 Lake Parkway, Stateline, NV 89449Explore View on map

  4. Brought to your door

    Sierra Sauna Club

    Heavenly·Mobile sauna and cold plunge

    A handcrafted mobile sauna and cold plunge, rented by the hour, overnight or for the weekend and delivered to you.

    625 Highway 50, Zephyr Cove, NV 89449Explore View on map

Getting there

  1. Reno-Tahoe airport and the South Tahoe Airporter

    Getting to Heavenly

    Heavenly·Getting there

    Fly to Reno-Tahoe International and ride the South Tahoe Airporter to the Stateline hotels and the transit centre by Heavenly Village.

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  2. Reno-Tahoe airport to Stateline

    South Tahoe Airporter

    Heavenly·Airport shuttle

    The scheduled shuttle from Reno-Tahoe International to Stateline's hotels and the South Lake Tahoe transit centre.

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Property: the neighbourhoods

  1. Gondola, shops and lake

    Heavenly Village and Stateline

    Heavenly·Neighbourhood

    The walkable centre of South Lake Tahoe around the gondola, running to the casino hotels of Stateline across the Nevada line.

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  2. From the lake to California Lodge

    Ski Run Boulevard

    Heavenly·Neighbourhood

    The road that climbs from the Ski Run Marina up to Heavenly's California Lodge, lined with cabins, condominiums and restaurants.

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  3. The Nevada side

    Kingsbury Grade

    Heavenly·Neighbourhood

    The Nevada slope of the mountain, around the Stagecoach and Boulder base areas, with mountainside homes and condominiums.

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