Diamond Peak (ski area) facts for kids
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View of Lake Tahoe from Lakeview quad lift
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 Diamond Peak
Location in Nevada
Diamond Peak
Location in the United States
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| Location | Incline Village, Nevada, U.S. |
| Nearest city | Reno – 23 miles (37 km) |
| Coordinates | 39°15′14″N 119°55′26″W / 39.254°N 119.924°W |
| Vertical | 1,840 ft (561 m) |
| Top elevation | 8,540 ft (2,603 m) AMSL |
| Base elevation | 6,700 ft (2,042 m) |
| Skiable area | 655 acres (2.65 km2) |
| Runs | 30 - 18% easiest - 46% more difficult - 36% most difficult |
| Longest run | 2.5 miles (4.0 km) |
| Lift system | 6 chairlifts |
| Terrain parks | 4 |
| Snowmaking | 75% |
| Night skiing | none |
Diamond Peak is a fun ski resort located in Incline Village, Nevada. It is very close to the beautiful Lake Tahoe. This resort is a great place for skiing and snowboarding.
Diamond Peak has six chairlifts to take you up the mountain. There are 30 different ski runs to choose from. You can also explore open areas and ski through trees. The resort covers a large area of about 655 acres.
The highest point of the mountain is 8,540 feet above sea level. This means you get a long ride down! The difference between the top and bottom of the ski area is 1,840 feet. This is called the vertical drop. Diamond Peak has the sixth largest vertical drop among ski areas around Lake Tahoe.
The ski season at Diamond Peak usually runs from December to April. The longest ski run here is about 2.5 miles long. One of the chairlifts, called the "Lakeview Quad," offers amazing views of Lake Tahoe as you ride up.
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Exploring Diamond Peak's Slopes
Diamond Peak offers a variety of slopes for all skill levels. You can find easy runs if you are just starting out. There are also more challenging slopes for experienced skiers and snowboarders.
Ski Runs and Terrain
The resort has 30 marked ski runs. These are divided into different difficulty levels:
- 18% are the easiest runs, marked with a green circle.
- 46% are more difficult, marked with a blue square.
- 36% are the most difficult, marked with a black diamond.
Besides the marked runs, you can also enjoy open glades. These are wide, open areas without many trees. There is also tree skiing for those who like to weave through trees.
Lifts to the Top
Diamond Peak has six chairlifts to help you get around the mountain. Each lift takes you to different parts of the resort.
- Lakeview Quad
- School House
- Red Fox
- Ridge
- Lodgepole Quad
- Crystal Express
The Lakeview Quad is very popular. It gives you incredible views of Lake Tahoe as you ascend.
A Look Back in Time: Diamond Peak's History
The idea for this ski resort started with an entrepreneur named Art Wood. He worked with Harold Tiller to plan the resort. It was first known as "Ski Incline."
In 1966, Art Wood hired Luggi Foeger. Foeger was a famous Austrian expert in designing ski resorts. He helped bring the vision of Ski Incline to life. The resort first opened its doors in November 1966. Since then, it has grown and become a popular destination.
