Diamond Peak Ski Resort
Diamond Peak Ski Resort
Diamond Peak Ski Resort
4.5
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Diamond Peak is a community-owned resort with breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe; miles of welcoming, uncrowded runs; easy access from the parking lot to the slopes; a dedicated Child Ski Center for the littlest skiers and snowboarders; and a great Ski & Ride Center for older skiers/riders. All of this and affordable lift ticket and season pass prices makes Diamond Peak Tahoe’s best value, year after year.
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Justin S
Oakland, CA2 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Bought a season pass here. The Crystal Express is frequently broken. They also do not prioritize season pass holders over single day lift tickets. Will never ski here again and recommend others stay away. Poorly managed but about what you'd expect from a greedy city run establishment.
Written 15 March 2020
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Jo A
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Dec 2022 • Solo
This place is becoming too crowded and staff are not trained properly. There was one ski lift operator at the top of the school yard area that was not paying attention to the people getting off the lift. She kept going inside the booth to look at something then another employee arrived, and they were just chatting with each other. Completely negligent.
Written 23 December 2022
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Shad F
Salt Lake City, UT43 contributions
Feb 2023
We recently went to the resort for a two day ski trip. This was a perfect amount of time for the resort. We skied the entire mountain in that time. This resort is relatively small with really only 3 lifts that service e the mountain. The mountain is not for beginners as it is very steep. the blues a groomed well and the blacks are mostly groomed smooth with very steep runs. no moguls. The restaurant on the lower peak is a great lunch spot with a great view of the lake. The lower restaurant was better equipped with food. they all have Free water available but bring your own bottle as the cups are very small. For the price this resort was a little expensive but we never waited for a lift and always had plenty of room on the runs.
Written 12 February 2023
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Glen W
Baltimore, MD73 contributions
Mar 2021
First time visiting for me was late March 2021. Spring skiing was well underway. I had not skied in several years, so it took a few easy runs for me to feel confident, but good times after that. Ski school was still available. Most of the mountain was open. Conditions were good. Of course, being late March, it was warmer each day and the snow softened considerably by closing time. Still had a good time and would go again. Will say that the mountain really isn't that big, relative to most western resorts, but I was very satisfied for a weekend trip. Recommend.
Written 22 April 2021
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willibad w
Vienna Region, Austria27 contributions
Jan 2022
Loved skiing at Diamond Peak this past week, great resident rate at $25 a day. As someone who was getting back into skiing after 10+ years, the resort was big and also not too crowded during the week. Everyone that worked there was super nice and the cafeteria had quite a few options. My husband does blue/black runs and grew up at this resort and had a great time as well. It definitely has a hometown feel and I love that.
Written 29 October 2022
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Brad S
Davis, United States17 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
Diamond Peak is a beautiful ski resort with absolutely gorgeous views of Lake Tahoe. The staff of rental equipment are competent, friendly, and helpful. The best part is the highly skilled and friendly ski instructors. My son had ski instructor Doug C. and he is absolutely the best. The lodge was great. The parking was convenient. Snow in January 2023 was plentiful and well groomed. A wonderful ski resort.
Written 25 January 2023
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Thanks for visiting. Will be sure to forward this to Doug's manager so we can recognize him!
Written 2 February 2023
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2277F
Fort Worth, TX114 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
We are a few time a year skiers, blues with a few blacks mixed in. This place is a wonderful resort for the middle to good skier. While it’s not the biggest or most known, the Snowflake Bar at the top of the Lakeview lift is our favorite! Their prices are fair, their staff is super friendly, and their view is best on the lake!! We love Diamond Peak!
Written 7 February 2020
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Vince B
Hayward, CA45 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Lessons include rentals but allow enough time to get them. The lines are long and you might be late for your lesson. The programs are amazing for kids under 7 with nice open, easy terrain for them. For more advanced skiers there isn’t a ton of varying terrain but the laid back vibe of the resort is refreshing from the hustle and bustle of the larger mega resorts. Overall a good value for the family. Just set your expectations properly. This is not Northstar or Heavenly.
Written 20 January 2020
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William G
Los Angeles, CA35 contributions
Mar 2021
Great Skiing at local mountain. It was not crowded when I went. I believe it is community owned mountain. The mountain has a variety of ski runs for all type of skiers. I would highly recommend. There are some great picturesque view on the top. For a smaller resort, it offers everything you will need!
Written 12 March 2021
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Yes, we are a community-owned mountain. Thanks for the review!
Written 28 March 2021
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TerriM0212
San Jose, CA28 contributions
Apr 2023
I love love love Diamond Peak! It’s the perfect size, has a good mix of runs, parking is usually easy, and people are nice. I’ve been coming here for the last 15 years and finally decided to buy a season pass, so glad I did. I really appreciate the small family environment that Diamond Peak has. They have a lot of fun events in the winter that make it unique. I like to ski the intermediate and black diamond runs, they offer me just enough challenge!
Written 29 April 2023
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Welcome to the season pass family!
Written 9 May 2023
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Jenny F
Belmont, California
My husband doesn't ski or snowboard. Is there anything he can do while I am taking the kids for their snowboarding lessons? We heard there is a Snowflake lodge with a great view, would he be able to access it without skiing or snowboarding? Does he need to purchase a lift ticket?
Written 16 December 2021
Snowflake Lodge cannot be accessed without skiing/snowboarding. He could hang out at our Base Lodge though. There are still views down there and he can watch you ski down Lodgepole or Show-Off trails. There is a bar and food there and free wifi.
Written 17 December 2021
We will be staying in Incline Village for a week from 18th Jan for the 1st time. My 24 year-old son is an intermediate to advanced snowboarder - is there a group class that he can join as he will be on his own and it would be nice for him to have company while exploring the more advanced slopes and improving his skills.
Written 1 January 2020
Is anyone else having trouble getting through to schedule ski lessons? I’ve been trying for days and will be there in two days. Am afraid we won’t have lessons or will have to go off resort.
Written 30 December 2019
Diamond Peak has ski lessons The best bet is to visit the ski area the day before to enroll in a ski lesson. And also buy tickets the day before late afternoon.
Check the weather conditions first.
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Buy your tickets the day before they open up at 8 o’clock in the morning and you will be the first to ski with no one on the runs
Written 31 December 2019
Estoy organizando un viaje para finales de enero, estan abiertos para esa fecha? Quiero informacion de costos para 2 adultos y dos niñas ( 4 y 10 años)
Written 16 September 2019
Diamond Peak is typically open December through April. Lesson information and rates can be found on the Diamond Peak website under the heading "Lessons & Rentals."
Written 30 October 2019
We'll be at Diamond Peak in two days. I'm wondering how the weather conditions are right now (during this week). Our son is signed up for ski lessons. We'll be staying at the Courtyard in Carson City. How is the commute to and from Diamond Peak? Thank you, in advance, for your response!
Written 25 December 2017
The commute will be fine the roads are dry and there’s no snow expected .
They only have a few runs open but the ones they have open were good. It’s good earlier so be sure to be on the slopes at 9 o’clock
He’s in lessons then they will take him to a certain place and will probably be OK .
There are just a few runs and will be an awful lot of people . If you can get there early you can get a spot to park otherwise you may have to take the shuttle and park somewhere else down below .
If you can be there by 8 o’clock I think you will have a better experience parking maybe to be able to go back to your car if you need to . You may need to be there even earlier if it’s really packed . I never ski there during the holidays .
Most of us locals avoid it during the holidays but if we do we will be ready to go at 9 o’clock to ski and on the ski for an hour before the crowds come
Written 26 December 2017
Sometimes, but we are not open for skiing in May.
Written 16 April 2017
Do you have a magic carpet for little kids that is open to the public? Do parents need a lift tix to help their kids on the magic carpet?
Written 3 January 2017
No. The magic carpet is only for kids in the Child Ski Center programs. Our Schoolhouse Chair is great to learn on but you both need a ticket.
Written 3 January 2017
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