Heavenly vs Palisades Tahoe
Comparing Heavenly (CA) and Palisades Tahoe (CA) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Heavenly
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Epic pass
Window price$191
Online (advance)$119
Season pass$1,051
Palisades Tahoe
Olympic Valley, CA
Ikon pass
Window price$289
Online (advance)$189
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Heavenly | Palisades Tahoe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $191 | $289 | Heavenly |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $189 | Heavenly |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,329 | Heavenly |
| Annual snowfall | 360" | 450" | Palisades Tahoe |
| Skiable acres | 4,800 | 6,000 | Palisades Tahoe |
| Vertical drop | 3,812' | 2,850' | Heavenly |
| Runs | 97 | 270 | Palisades Tahoe |
| Lifts | 30 | 42 | Palisades Tahoe |
| Summit elevation | 10,067' | 9,500' | Heavenly |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 25% | Palisades Tahoe |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 35% | Tied |
| Average lift wait | 18 min | 15 min | Palisades Tahoe |
The Match
Heavenly is cheaper at the gate ($119 vs $189 entry). Palisades Tahoe is significantly bigger (6,000 vs 4,800 acres). Palisades Tahoe sees more snow (450" vs 360"). Pass affiliation: Heavenly is Epic, Palisades Tahoe is Ikon.