Latest Snow & Ski Resort News
Palisades Tahoe Resort Review: Home of North American Extreme Skiing Celebrates 75 Years
Discover Palisades Tahoe, the birthplace of extreme skiing in North America and former host of the 1960 Winter Olympics. With 54% advanced terrain across 6,400 acres, including the legendary KT-22 lift, this Lake Tahoe resort continues to challenge and inspire skiers and riders after 75 years of operation.
Jan 9, 2025
Record Snowfall Drives Surge in NY Ski Resort Attendance
Heavy snowfall and ideal winter conditions have led to increased attendance at New York ski resorts, with Holiday Valley and Peek'n Peak reporting strong visitor numbers. The favourable weather has enabled extended operations and enhanced experiences for skiers and riders across Western New York's premier ski destinations.
Jan 8, 2025
Park City Ski Patrol Strike Hitting Vail Resorts Where It Hurts
The ongoing ski patrol strike at Park City Mountain Resort has created significant operational challenges for Vail Resorts during peak season. With patrollers demanding higher wages and only 50 of 350 trails initially open, this labor dispute highlights broader challenges facing one of North America's largest ski resort operators.
Jan 6, 2025
New 12-er NORD Gondola Transforms Saalbach-Hinterglemm For World Championships
The Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm unveils its revolutionary 12er NORD gondola, featuring comfortable 10-seater cabins and enhanced safety measures. This state-of-the-art lift system boosts capacity to 2,600 skiers per hour, marking a significant upgrade for the 2025 FIS Alpine Ski World Championships venue.
Jan 5, 2025
Powder Mountain Utah Unveils Lightning Ridge Lift, Opening New Expert Terrain
Powder Mountain celebrates its biggest infrastructure upgrade in ten years with the Lightning Ridge lift opening, providing access to advanced terrain and deep powder. The new Skytrac fixed-grip quad marks a significant expansion for Utah's powder skiing haven.
Jan 4, 2025
Record-Breaking Snowfall Hits Hokkaido: Niseko Reports Best December in 68 Years
Japanese ski resorts are celebrating an extraordinary start to the 2024-25 season, with Hokkaido's premier destinations recording their deepest December snow depths since 1956. Niseko United leads the charge with over 3 meters of fresh powder, while neighbouring resorts report exceptional conditions across the board.
Jan 3, 2025