Homewood

Homewood

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Rising directly from Lake Tahoe's western shore, Homewood Mountain Resort offers an intimate alpine experience with the lake's most spectacular skiing views. Since 1961, this family-focused resort has combined 1,260 acres of diverse terrain with an authentic, low-key atmosphere. The mountain's east-facing slopes provide dramatic panoramas where skiers can catch glimpses of Lake Tahoe's crystal waters between perfectly spaced trees.

Live Homewood Webcams

Quail Lift Cam

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Elevation: 2152m / 7060ft

Located on the southern slopes of Homewood Mountain Resort, this Homewood web cam named Quail Lift Cam takes riders from the base up to the lower region of the Quail Face.

Eight lifts provide access to 67 runs across Homewood's varied terrain, ascending 1,650 vertical feet from the lakeside base area. The lift network maintains the resort's peaceful character while ensuring efficient access to diverse skiing zones. From the Old Homewood Express to the intimate Ellis Peak chair, each lift reveals distinct perspectives of Lake Tahoe and opens up unique terrain features, from groomed boulevards to adventurous glades.

Homewood Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 8
Quad Chair
1
Quad Chair
Triple Chair
3
Triple Chair
T-Bar
2
T-Bar
Surface Lift
2
Surface Lift

Homewood Resort Elevation

7881ft2402mResort Summit1650ft503mVertical Drop6230ft1899mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

67

Total Area

510 ac

206.4 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
15%
Intermediate
40%
Advanced
30%
Expert
15%
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Location

Positioned just six miles south of Tahoe City on Lake Tahoe's scenic West Shore, Homewood combines accessibility with a serene mountain environment. The resort sits 55 miles from Reno and 200 miles from San Francisco, making it ideal for both extended vacations and weekend escapes. The surrounding West Shore community offers a quieter, more residential alternative to Tahoe's larger tourist centers, with local dining and lodging options that maintain the area's laid-back charm.

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Season Info

Operating from December through April, Homewood captures an average of 450 inches of annual snowfall thanks to its prime position in Lake Tahoe's western snowbelt. The resort's sheltered east-facing slopes help preserve snow quality while providing protection from strong winds. Spring brings legendary conditions as Sierra sun and lake reflections create perfect corn snow for carving turns with Tahoe's deepest blue waters as backdrop.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

12/7/2024

Closing Day

4/13/2025

Days Open

128

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

11.43m

1143cm

Imperial

37.5ft

450in

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