March 27, 2011 at 10:47 AM
Partly Cloudy
Current Temp
Wind
Today's Forecast
Clear skies this morning and a chance of snow, mainly after 11am. Mostly cloudy in the afternoon, with a high near 37. South southwest wind between 8 and 18 mph, with gusts as high as 34 mph. Little or no snow accumulation expected.
Snow Stats
| Base | Summit | |||
| Last 24 Hours | " | 4-6" | Last 7 Days | 164-183" |
| Last 48 Hours | " | 64-70" | Seasonal Total Range | 691-713" |
| Storm Total | " | 145-159" | Base Depth | 229- 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
Powder and skier packed powder and impeccable grooming. Entire front side will be open with chair #10 expected to open later in the morning. Chair #4 and the backside will be worked on this morning. We will have an estimated opening time later in the morning.
Road Conditions: Open
| Hwy. 88 via Tahoe: | Open. Chain controls in effect |
| Hwy. 88 via Jackson: | Open. Chain Controls in effect |
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 | |
| #9 Bunny | |
Scheduled | |
| #10 Wagon Wheel "The Wall" |
 |
Scheduled | |
| #11 The Reut | |
Scheduled | |
| #14 Vista | |
Scheduled | |
| #15 Covered Wagon | |
Scheduled |
Lifts open from 9am-4pm.
* Lifts 12 & 13 are our Magic Carpets at Timber Creek. These are for exclusive use by the Tahoe Learning Center during lessons and not open to the public.
* Lift operation is dependent on weather conditions and snow safety and therefore subject to change at any time.
High Angle Grooming
Open Bowls
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 |
| Airbag | Scheduled |
Kid's Adventure Zone 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.
