Diamond Peak “Tahoe’s Hidden Gem”
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by Neal Nachman
Diamond Peak is a community-owned ski resort. They offer 1,840 vertical feet of skiable terrain packed into 655 scenic acres just a mile from Lake Tahoe. The resort offers 28 developed trails, 13 named tree skiing/riding areas, three terrain parks, and beautiful views of Lake Tahoe. Located just over lakeside Incline Village, Diamond Peak directly overlooks Lake Tahoe and offers stunning views from upper mountain areas.
A small mountain with big views. That’s how one might summarize Diamond Peak, Tahoe’s only northeast-shore ski area. This Nevada mountain will impress many visitors with its aesthetic.
Diamond Peak has an average annual snowfall of around 325 inches. You will find 30 trails, plus open bowls, and tree skiing areas. Diamond Peak offers the 4th most skiable vertical in the Tahoe Basin.
Almost every trail on the mountain offers amazing panoramic views and they have a great terrain park. Diamond Peak delivers a fairly competitive freestyle experience for Tahoe. Boxes, rails, and jumps ranging from small to large exist across three close by areas, with the largest jumps outclassing those at most other Tahoe parks.
During powder days in the Tahoe Area, Diamond Peak becomes somewhat of a hidden gem. Thanks to lower attendance than a lot of the other resorts in the area, Diamond Peak retains fresh snow—especially in the trees and in Solitude Canyon—much longer than destination Tahoe resorts. Good-quality powder rarely gets skied out, often remaining across several areas until a freeze-thaw cycle rolls through.
Diamond Peak is much more of a good local mountain for Incline Village residents than a destination resort. As a community-owned ski resort, Diamond Peak stands out in the Tahoe Basin as a beacon to skiers and riders looking for a friendly, non-corporate vibe. They offer much more reasonable season pass prices than most of the other ski resorts in the area.
Ultimately, those looking for a great resort to ski at, Diamond Peak offers a great environment and less crowds than other resorts in the area, and makes for an amazing experience spending time on the slopes.