Kirkwood, USA
Resort life
There isn't much in the Kirkwood Mountain Village itself, apart from a few quiet bars, small eateries and some rather expensive accommodation. However with the town of South Lake Tahoe only a short drive away it makes Kirkwood a nice easy-to-access resort. Kirkwood does offer some 'rad' snowmobile tours and dog sled rides.
Eating
Again, very little available in Kirkwood itself, however you can find anything from Mexican to Mongolian, down in South Lake Tahoe town.Nightlife
Nightlife in Kirkwood itself is pretty much non-existent. For a good range of clubs and bars, as well as some gambling action, take a drive to South Lake Tahoe - but don't get caught out in a snow storm as the road can close very quickly.
Accomodation
A small range of rather expensive accommodation is available at Kirkwood itself, including some plush condos and hotels. Your best bet is to stay in South Lake Tahoe town, where you can find something to suit all holiday budgets, and rent a car to drive the short distance to Kirkwood. They do also operate a daily bus service at a small cost.
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Resort Statistics
Resort Type:
Alpine
Winter: Dec to April
Summer: None
Lifts
Total Lifts: 12
Chair lifts: 10
Drag lifts: 2
Max people per hour: 17,905
Board Leashes required: Yes
Mountain
Total pistes/trails: 65
Total ride area: 2300 acres
Longest run: 2.5miles (4km)
Top lift: 2987m
Vertical drop: 609m
First lift: 2377m
Piste suitability
Green runs: 15%
Red runs: 50%
Black runs: 35%
Lift Passes
Lift Passes:
$65.00 All Day
$49.00 Half Day
$469.00 Unrestricted Season Pass
Lift times:9.00am to 3.30pm
Snowfall
Average annual snowfall: 12m
Artificial snowmaking coverage: 10%
Facilities
Snowboard Schools:
Beginners day package (pass, lesson, hire) $80
2hr group lesson $40. Private lesson $90 per hour. Pipe & park lesson $25
Snowboard Hire:
board and boots $37, helmet $5
Night Riding: :
No
Other activities
Heliboarding: :
2.5hr CAT tours available to Martin Point and Red Cliffs for $150 and $100 respectively per person. Price includes beeper. Tel: 209.258.7360
Snowmobiles:
Not available
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Summary
A real advanced riders heaven, but not the place to go for a lads holiday.
MONEY WISE: Pretty expensive if you stay in Kirkwood itself.
Terrain & parks
HALFPIPE:
Yes - 1
TERRAIN PARK:
Yes - 3
BACKCOUNTRY/OFF-PISTE:Yes
TREE RUNS:Yes
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