Mountain Review: Alpental
This small resort offers incredible advanced and expert terrain close to Seattle. However, weekend crowds are a major problem.
It’s Washington Week at PeakRankings! Here’s What’s Going Down.
This week, we’re integrating a brand new state into our rankings! Each day from Monday to Friday, we’re releasing a review of a Washington resort we visited this winter.
Video Review: Alpine Meadows
An in-depth video review of Alpine Meadows, a ski area located just north of Lake Tahoe.
Our New Rankings Experience Is Now Live!
After months of coding and design work, we’re proud to present our new rankings platform! The new experience offers detailed state-level, regional, and overall comparisons between mountains.
Heavenly Town Overview: South Lake Tahoe
An overview of the aprés ski scene in South Lake Tahoe, the town right at the bottom of Heavenly Mountain Resort. In addition to an extensive bar and restaurant scene, the town uniquely boasts beaches and casinos.
Off Peak Podcast Episode 13: Living in Tahoe
Sam and Nicole discuss the logistics, benefits, and drawbacks of their winter living in Tahoe—and highlight some noteworthy experiences.
Mammoth Rock Avoidance Challenge: Dropout Chutes
Is it possible to get down Mammoth’s double-black Dropout Chutes during the peak season without hitting a single rock? Our ranker-in-chief Sam finds out.
Snowbird to Offer Hybrid First-Come/First-Serve and Reserved Paid Parking System Next Season
Utah’s Snowbird has detailed its 2021-22 parking policies. The resort will retain some free first-come, first-serve parking but also sell parking reservations for those who want to secure spots.
Last Day to Purchase 2021-22 Mountain Collective Pass With Early-Bird Discount and Third Bonus Day
Today is the last day Mountain Collective is offering its 2021-22 passes at the lowest rate and with a bonus third day at one selected resort. This year’s prices go up nearly four months earlier than 2020-21 passes, which did not increase in price until September 1.
Squaw Alpine’s Gondola Looks to Be on Track for Winter 2022. Here Are Our Initial Thoughts on the Project.
Alterra has released several details that offer clues about what to expect for the new Squaw Alpine gondola. Based on what we know so far, we’ve compiled a list of potential pros and cons that the project may bring.