Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe has announced that plans are underway to expand the Lakeview area of the mountain to include additional ski terrain and a new high-speed chairlift for the 2022-23 season. Mt. Rose will open for the 2021-22 season on Nov. 12.
The new lift will be a key piece of Mt. Rose’s efforts to enhance the overall experience in the Lakeview mountain zone, which will include trail additions, existing trail improvements and new skier traffic patterns. The expansion is estimated to cost upward of $7.5 million dollars and is expected to be complete ahead of the 2022-23 winter season, according to a press release.
“When completed, the Lakeview zone of the mountain will offer even greater access to beginner, intermediate and advanced terrain and help give skiers and riders of all ability levels more lift and terrain options to enjoy,” said marketing manager Mike Pierce in the release.
Preliminary work has already begun with the lift replacement process to begin at the end of the 2021-22 winter season. The new, beginner-rated Lakeside Trail will create another route from the top of the Lakeview lift to the Around the World ski trail, giving novice skiers and riders greater ability to enjoy lake views from Mt. Rose.
On-mountain improvements include an additional investment in snowmaking infrastructure on the Mine Train, Slide Bowl and Race Arena trails. Slope-grading work designed to reduce obstacles and allow for terrain opening on as little as 12 inches of packed snow is also in progress on Bruce’s Run. Preparation for the Lakeview expansion including Lakeside Trail developments and site preparation of the unload terminal occurred this summer. | skirose.com
