Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Kirkwood Snow Report March 30, 2011 at 2:24 PM

March 30, 2011 at 2:24 PM

Sunny

Current Temp

44

Wind

21
NNW

Today's Forecast

Another beautiful day at Kirkwood. Mostly sunny, with a high near 51. East northeast wind between 13 and 16 mph, with gusts up to 24 mph. A perfect spring skiing day with incredible snow conditions.

Snow Stats

Last 24 Hours 0"
Last 48 Hours 0"
Storm Total 0"
Last 7 Days 110-149"

Seasonal Total Range 692-713"
Base Depth 230-273"
The data for this real-time snow and weather report is obtained directly from the snow weather plots at Kirkwood Mountain Resort and the surrounding areas. Snow totals and snow accumulation are consistently 15 to 20% more than reported as a result of wind, micro squalls and snow loading. Weather patterns at Kirkwood Mountain Resort are exceedingly difficult to predict – when venturing into the mountain, be prepared for rapid, dramatic weather changes.

Surface Conditions

There are still a few powder stashes out there from all of the snow that we had over the weekend. North aspects will have the best snow. We have buttery smooth skiing and riding, with great grooming. With warm temperatures and no wind, we have ideal spring skiing conditions.

Road Conditions: Open

Hwy. 88 via Tahoe: Open.
Hwy. 88 via Jackson: Open.

Lift Operations

Lift
  Status Groomed Runs
#1 SnowKirk Scheduled
#2 Caples Crest Scheduled
#3 Iron Horse Scheduled
#4 Sunrise Scheduled
#5 Solitude Scheduled
#6 Cornice Express Scheduled
#7 TC Express Scheduled
#8 Slide Mountain Scheduled
#9 Bunny Scheduled
#10 Wagon Wheel Scheduled
#11 The Reut Scheduled
#14 Vista Scheduled
#15 Covered Wagon Scheduled
Lifts open from 9am-4pm.
*Lift operation is dependent on weather conditions and snow safety and therefore subject to change at any time.

High Angle Grooming

Happiness Is, Sentinel, Zachary

Open Bowls

Happiness Is, Sunrise, Thunder Saddle, Devil's Draw, Palisades, Wagon Wheel, Eagle Bowl, Sentinel

Expedition: Kirkwood

Expedition:Kirkwood brings you Powder Cat Tours - Tahoe's only resort based cat skiing operation! Our Powder Cat Tours operate in two areas: Martin Point and Red Cliffs. Expedition Guides and Patrollers lead groups to the freshest turns on these four run sessions. Avalanche beacons, probes and backpacks are provided, however, guests are encouraged to bring own gear if they have it. Open to advanced to expert skiers and riders.

Parks & Pipes

K2 Stomping Grounds (Chair 5)
Scheduled
Burton Progression Park (Chair 7)
Scheduled
Burton Adventure Land (Chair 9)
Scheduled
Skier/Boarder X Course (Chair 5)
Scheduled
Halfpipe (Chair 7)
Scheduled

Slide Mountain Tubing Hill Closed

Open weekends from noon to 5:00pm. Tickets can be purchased from the High Alpine Adventure Center (across from the General Store - Red Cliffs)

Timber Creek Learning Center Open

Tahoe Learning Center at Timber Creek is open. All Learn to Ski and Burton Learn to Ride programs operate out of this location. All facilities at Timber Creek are available including rentals, retail, lessons and food and beverage.

Mountain Village Open

Monte Wolfes is open daily 8am - 4 pm. Bub’s is open from 3pm. Off The Wall Bar will be open for lunch and Dinner. Kirkwood Mountain Sports, K2 Demo Center, Village Center Rentals and Season Pass Office open daily.

Kirkwood Cross Country & Snowshoe Center Open

Kirkwood Cross Country is open with 60 kilometers of machine groom track. Lessons are at 10:30 and 1:30 daily. The XC Center's Spring sale is now on - come in for discounts on snowshoes, ski packages and clothing!

Special Events & Remarks

Spring Passes and 2011/12 Passes are now on sale!! AND did you hear that we're going to be open 'til MAY 1st!! Yes, extended season and great value right now, get the rest of the season for just $169/$99 after April 1st or EVEN LESS when you secure your 2011/12 Pass. Plus get your 2011/12 Pass by May 1st and get next year's pass at this year's rate!!

Tickets & Passes

Ticket Full 1/2 Day
Adult 19+ 76 60
Junior 13-18 60 49
Child 6-12 19 NA
Child under 5 9 NA
Senior 65-69 49 39
Senior 70+ 19 NA
*Lift ticket prices are dependent on lift status, weather conditions and snow safety and therefore subject to change.

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