Welcome to the crown jewel of the Tahoe Basin
Rising above the southwest corner of the lake, with a distinctive snowy cross etched into its side, Mount Tallac is the most recognizable of the Tahoe Area peaks and a rite of passage for any local backcountry skier. No peak in the area can hold a candle to this lakeside giant when it comes to terrain variety and views. Then add reasonable access and relatively long runs, and you’ve got yourself a must-ski destination.
The most direct route to the summit is from the end of Spring Creek Road. A short walk through densely packed trees will take you to the bottom of the Northeast Bowl at around 7,400 feet. Head north onto the treed ridgeline and follow it until you reach the spine of the mountain. From there, go left to wrap around the south side and shoot straight towards the summit.
Tallac is not too hard to summit, so you’ll have plenty of energy left to explore the wealth of terrain opening up below you, all the way to the enchanting waters of Lake Tahoe.