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Northstar California

2026–27 check pending

Truckee, California

Vertical
2,280 ft
Summit
8,610 ft
Base
6,330 ft
Skiable acres
3,170
Lifts
20
Trails
100

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Terrain

Beginner 13% Intermediate 60% Advanced 27%

Longest run: 1.4 miles

On the Epic pass.

Season

Average snowfall: 350 inches a year. Opening and closing dates for 2026–27 have not been confirmed here yet.

About

Official website

Owner: Vail Resorts

FAQ

How much vertical does Northstar California have?

Northstar California lists 2,280 feet of vertical.

How big is Northstar California?

Northstar California covers 3,170 skiable acres.

How many lifts and trails does Northstar California have?

Northstar California has 20 lifts and 100 trails.

How much snow does Northstar California get?

Northstar California averages about 350 inches of snowfall a year.

Is Northstar California on a multi-resort pass?

Northstar California is on: Epic.

Where these numbers came from