West Shore of Lake Tahoe, California
Homewood Mountain Resort
Homewood is a Lake Tahoe West Shore ski resort undergoing a major lift project. As of September 2026, its official update describes gondola construction and a winter 2026–27 opening goal. Confirm actual operating dates and available products before planning a ski meetup.
- Lake Tahoe West Shore location
- Gondola project replacing Madden Chair
- Verify reopening and terrain availability
Terrain and ability at Homewood Mountain
The gondola is intended to replace Madden Chair and reach a future mid-mountain lodge area. The project also proposes moving beginner access higher on the mountain. These are announced improvements; use the current winter map and operations report to determine what is available for the trip.
Arrival, bases and lessons
The resort's in-person address is on West Lake Boulevard in Homewood. During construction, the operator says mountain areas, trails and access roads are closed to public access. Follow current arrival instructions and do not use a forecast as evidence that lifts are open.
Plan a meetup at Homewood Mountain
Once winter operations are confirmed, choose the actual operating base and ticket-pickup location. Put a backup date or nearby alternative in the plan while the opening schedule is uncertain, and check the latest project update before friends make travel commitments.
Use the meetup message planner to agree on your date, terrain, pace and meeting point.
Homewood Mountain snow forecast
Outdoor weather near Homewood does not confirm resort reopening, lift operations or access during construction.
Forecast
Updated Mon, 4:30 PM PDT
- TonightLow 43°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind S 5 to 10 mph
- TuesdayHigh 55°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind SE 0 to 5 mph
- Tuesday NightLow 41°F
Chance Light Rain
Wind 0 mph
- WednesdayHigh 50°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Wind 0 mph
- Wednesday NightLow 38°F
Rain then Rain And Snow Likely
Wind 0 mph
- ThursdayHigh 44°F
Rain And Snow Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms
Wind 0 mph
- Thursday NightLow 36°F
Light Rain Likely
Wind W 0 to 5 mph
- FridayHigh 49°F
Sunny
Wind 0 mph
- Friday NightLow 33°F
Mostly Clear
Wind NE 0 to 15 mph
- SaturdayHigh 52°F
Sunny
Wind SE 0 to 5 mph
- Saturday NightLow 36°F
Mostly Clear then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wind SW 0 to 20 mph
- SundayHigh 52°F
Slight Chance Light Rain
Wind SW 0 to 10 mph
- Sunday NightLow 36°F
Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Cloudy
Wind SW 0 to 10 mph
- MondayHigh 50°F
Mostly Sunny
Wind 0 mph
Forecast for the resort’s coordinates from National Weather Service (opens in a new tab). Conditions vary with elevation. It is a weather forecast, not an avalanche or terrain assessment.
Forecast source: National Weather Service. Check the update time and the resort's current operating report before confirming your day.
Official sources for this mountain guide
Guide reviewed . Use these resort sources for current maps, lesson meeting points and visitor information. Confirm tickets, reservations and open terrain for your date.
- Official gondola construction and opening goal (opens in a new tab)
- Homewood's future and public access plans (opens in a new tab)
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Find people to ski Homewood Mountain with
Start with the date, terrain, pace, and a public meeting point. Confirm lift access and the resort's current report before the day. SkiBuds' rebuilt app is coming soon, with rider discovery and conversations to help you plan with ski and snowboard friends.
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