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1,556 ft
Distance
3 ft
Climb
-168 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
-165 ft
Altitude change
7,950 ft
Altitude min
8,118 ft
Altitude start
7,953 ft
Altitude end
-10.588%
Grade
-19.74%
Grade max
4%
Grade min
82 ft
Distance climb
1,371 ft
Distance down
103 ft
Distance flat

Winter Road Details

  • Activities
    • Downhill Ski
  • Riding Area
    Alpine Meadows Palisades Tahoe
    Tahoe City, California
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Skiing
  • Global Ranking
    #393 in Skiing
  • Winter only trail
  • Trail Type
    Ski Run (Piste)
  • Snow Grooming
    Classic
  • Direction
    Downhill Only

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Winter Road is a 1,556 ft blue difficulty ski run (piste) trail located near Tahoe City California. This downhill ski only trail. Winter use: Classic snow grooming.

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Winter Road

        Where is Winter Road located?
        Winter Road is located in Alpine Meadows Palisades Tahoe, Tahoe City, California, United States. It is part of the Alpine Meadows Palisades Tahoe trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.15976, -120.22758.
        How hard is Winter Road?
        Winter Road is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 10.588%.
        What is the elevation gain for Winter Road?
        Winter Road has 3 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 168 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 7,950 ft to 8,118 ft.
        Is Winter Road a point to point trail?
        Yes, Winter Road is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is ski run (piste).
        How long is Winter Road?
        Winter Road is 1,556 ft long. The trail type is ski run (piste).
        Are dogs allowed on Winter Road?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Winter Road. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        When is the best time of year to ski Winter Road?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ski Winter Road are:
        • January (4 activities)
        • February (2 activities)
        • March (1 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Winter Road? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Winter Road are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ski Winter Road?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ski Winter Road. The trail is 1,556 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Winter Road?
        Winter Road is a very popular trail. There have been 1,856 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 2,088 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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