Opening day for the winter 2025 - 2026 season is scheduled for Nov 30, 2025 (subject to change). Lift Tickets at Kirkwood will typically go on sale well before the start of the ski season.
Starting from $89 • Peak rates $1,109
Check current snow conditions before your visit
Save up to 20% on advance bookings
View snow forecast for the best powder days
Significant per-day savings for longer stays
15-25% cheaper than weekend rates
Full-day access to Kirkwood's 2,300 acres of legendary Lake Tahoe terrain. Experience California's powder destination with 15 lifts, 86 trails, and some of the deepest snow in the Sierra Nevada.
Discounted lift access for young adults at Kirkwood Mountain Resort. Enjoy Lake Tahoe's premier powder skiing with challenging terrain and deep snowfall.
Child-friendly lift tickets for Kirkwood's learning areas. While known for expert terrain, Kirkwood offers excellent beginner slopes and ski school programs.
Senior discounted daily lift access to Kirkwood Mountain Resort. Enjoy Lake Tahoe's powder skiing with 2,300 acres of diverse terrain.
Complimentary lift access for children 4 and under at Kirkwood Mountain Resort. Free skiing with proof of age at Lake Tahoe's powder destination.
Complimentary lift access for seniors 80+ at Kirkwood Mountain Resort. Free skiing with proof of age and $25 processing fee for season pass products.
Unlimited access all season long + exclusive benefits
Kirkwood is included with Ikon Pass providing unlimited access to Lake Tahoe's powder destination. Also includes 70+ destinations worldwide including Mammoth Mountain.
Adult day passes range from $150 - $189 depending on the date and advance booking.
Yes, you can purchase tickets directly from the resort website or at the resort ticket office.
Yes, multi-day packages typically offer significant savings compared to individual day passes. The per-day cost decreases with longer stays.
Full access to all lifts and trails at Kirkwood. Check current conditions and live webcams before your visit.
"Lift tickets" and "ski passes" refer to the same thing at Kirkwood - your access to the mountains lifts and trails. Whether you call it a Kirkwood lift ticket or Kirkwood ski pass, you are getting full mountain access for your chosen duration.
Purchase tickets at least 7 days in advance for the best rates. Check our snow forecast for optimal skiing conditions, and consider weekday visits for 15-25% savings over weekend rates.
Group discounts are typically available for parties of 10 or more. Contact Kirkwood directly for group booking information and rates.
Before purchasing, check our live snow report and mountain webcams to see current weather, snow conditions, and lift operations at Kirkwood.
Current Season
2025 - 2026
Opening Day
11/30/2025
Closing Day
4/19/2026
Days Open
141
Metric
8.99m
899cm
Imperial
29.5ft
354in
