Mt. Rose - Ski Tahoe resort has a base elevation of 8,260 feet with the summit reaching 9,700 feet. There are over 70 trails to choose from on the mountain, the longest trail running for 2.5 miles.

If you're itching to get on the slopes, but don't want to make the trek to Lake Tahoe, consider heading to Mount Rose. Situated about 25 miles southwest of downtown, Mount Rose is the closest ski ...