6,412 ft
Elevation
12
Nearby Trails
12
Activities
12
Campgrounds
About Cedar Pass
Cedar Pass is a small operating ski area in northeastern California at 6,412 feet elevation. The vertical rise is 387 feet, making it a modest hill suited to beginners and intermediate skiers and snowboarders looking for a low-key experience. The area operates during the winter season when snow conditions permit. Access and amenities are limited compared to major resorts, so check ahead on current conditions and hours before planning a visit. This is a backcountry-feeling option for riders in a remote part of the state.
Know before you go
Cedar Pass
Sun & Moon
12:55 PM
Sunrise
8:08 PM
Solar Noon
3:21 AM
Sunset
Golden Hour AM → 1:35 PM
Golden Hour PM ← 2:41 AM
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Waning Gibbous
97% illuminated
Live14h 25m of daylight
Cedar Pass
Season
107days
Ski Season Open
Opens in 107 days
LiveNov 15 – Apr 15 · Based on historical averages
Cedar Pass
Best Time to Visit
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Off Season
July — Off season
LivePrime season: December – December
Nearby Trails
Cedar Creek Trail
easy · 2.04 mi · 332 ft gain
Summit Trail
hard · 0.52 mi · 221 ft gain
Owl Creek Trail
hard · 29.84 mi · 3213 ft gain
Tom Smith Cabin Trail
easy · 1.66 mi · 43 ft gain
Upper Cottonwood Trail
moderate · 5.16 mi · 1836 ft gain
Pine Creek Trail
hard · 8.82 mi · 2478 ft gain
Mill Creek North
moderate · 5.4 mi · 2004 ft gain
Mill Creek South
hard · 8.08 mi · 969 ft gain