Mountain Safety, Policies & FAQ

Observe "Your Responsibility Code" listed below and share with other skiers the responsibility for a great skiing experience.

Your Responsibility Code

1. Always stay in control. You must be able to stop or avoid people or objects.
2. People ahead or downhill of you have the right-of-way. You must avoid them.
3. Stop only where you are visible from above and do not restrict traffic.
4. Look uphill and avoid others before starting downhill or entering a trail.
5. You must prevent runaway equipment.
6. Read and obey all signs, warnings, and hazard markings.
7. Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.
8. You must know how and be able to load, ride and unload lifts safely. If you need assistance, ask the lift attendant.
9. Do not use lifts or terrain when impaired by alcohol or drugs.
10. If you are involved in a collision or incident, share your contact information with each other and a ski area employee.

Winter sports involve risk of serious injury or death. Your knowledge, decisions and actions contribute to your safety and that of others. If you need help understanding the Code, please ask any ski area employee.

Beyond following the code, there are three actions every skier and rider can take to help keep themselves and those around them safer on the slopes.

1. Be Ready: Be ready to slow down or avoid objects or other people at any time. Ski and ride in such a way that you are always able to control yourself regardless of conditions and avoid others and objects you may encounter on the run, groomed or otherwise.
2. Stay Alert: Stay alert to what’s going on around you, especially other skiers and riders. Being aware of those around and changing conditions will help you have a fun and safe day on the hill.
3. Plan Ahead: Ease up at blind spots, check uphill when merging onto trails, and give other skiers plenty of room when passing. Look out for spots on the run where traffic merges or you can't see what's coming next. If you are unfamiliar with a run, take it easy the first time down it and make note of places where you'll want to slow down, such as cat tracks and rollers. Also, give other skiers and riders lots or room, especially if you are passing them. There's plenty of space out there, so there's no need to crowd each other.

Diamond Peak requires all customers using our slopes to have proper alpine or telemark ski equipment or snowboard equipment with bindings. Diamond Peak does not allow equipment without bindings, snowskates, snow decks, snowbikes, snow scooters, pow surfers, sleds or similar equipment. Diamond Peak does not offer scenic chairlift rides to non-skiing/non-snowboarding guests. Diamond Peak does allow sit skis and other adaptive skiing/snowboarding equipment designed to be used by physically challenged and/or disabled guests.


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No Sledding Allowed

Tubing, sledding and snow play are not permitted at Diamond Peak or on Diamond Peak property. This includes during operations, before or after hours, and when the resort is not in operation. All guests on the snow must be in ski or snowboarding equipment and possess a valid lift ticket. Families looking for a sledding/snow play area are welcome to visit the driving range at the Championship Golf Course (955 Fairway Blvd., Incline Village) when there is enough natural snow to do so. Bring your own sleds for this gentle hill that's perfect for young kids looking for sledding adventure.

Diamond Peak encourages the combination of helmet use and skiing/snowboarding in a controlled and responsible manner. It is your responsibility to decide if you and your children wear a helmet while skiing or snowboarding.

A Helmet -- It’s a Smart Idea: We especially urge parents to read the information provided at www.lidsonkids.org.

#HELMETSARECOOL: This movement and informative video produced by the HighFivesFoundation shows a sneak peek at life after a devastating crash and the importance of wearing a helmet.


Watch the Video

• Helmet Rentals in child and adult sizes are available at the Rental Shop.
• Helmets are included in all rental packages, while supplies last. 
• Children enrolled in Child Ski & Ride Center programs will be provided with a rental helmet if needed. 

Prior to using any lift at Diamond Peak, you must have the ability and knowledge to load, ride, and unload safely. We recommend use of the safety restraining bar whenever possible. Please ask the lift attendant or instructor if you have questions about our chairlifts.

View the Chairlift Safety Video

Kids on Lifts: We take chairlift safety seriously and have enacted the following policy for children riding lifts: For their own safety, children under 51" must ride the lift with an adult partner. Please visit www.KidsOnLifts.org for more tips, videos for kids, and resources.

The National Ski Areas Association developed the Park Smart Freestyle Terrain Safety initiative to help you be safe and have fun on and around terrain features.

• S - Start Small: work your way up. Build your skills.
• M - Make a Plan: Every feature. Every time.
• A - Always Look: Before you drop.
• R - Respect: The features and other users.
• T - Take it Easy: Know your limits. Land on your feet.

For more tips and information visit, www.TerrainParkSafety.org

Mountain safety is a partnership. Ski California and its member resorts in California and Nevada created the Mountain Safety Guide to educate our guests on how to ski and snowboard responsibly and safely while having a fun experience. Learning and practicing what is contained in this guide, using common sense, and making good decisions will contribute to your safety and the safety of all guests. Check out the digital guide at Safety.SkiCalifornia.org. 

Uphill use by means of skinning or snowshoeing has gained in popularity in recent years at Diamond Peak Ski Resort. The ski area welcomes and supports individuals seeking to exercise and enjoy the quiet mountain setting with an Uphill Season Pass. Mountain users can preserve this opportunity by following the guidelines explained in the Diamond Peak Uphill Use Policy and obtaining an Uphill Season Pass at Guest Services. See the Uphill Use Policy page for details and updates.

Diamond Peak now offers backcountry skiers and snowboarders access to the backcountry surrounding the resort via a dedicated backcountry access gate located near the top of the Crystal Express Chairlift. Users must have a valid Diamond Peak lift ticket or season pass to ride the Crystal Express Chairlift to the summit of the resort and must exit and/or enter the resort’s boundaries via the designated gate. View details on the Backcountry Gate page. 

Backcountry Gate Info

We love pets…However, only service animals that are specifically trained to aid a person with a disability are allowed in IVGID-managed food service areas, including the decks, per Washoe County Health District regulations.

If you must bring your pet to Diamond Peak, please be aware that they must be on a leash and controlled at all times. They are not allowed on ski runs or food service areas, including the decks. Dogs are not allowed on chairlifts, this includes transporting dogs in backpacks. We appreciate your cooperation.

Due to safety and privacy concerns, Diamond Peak Ski Resort prohibits the operation or use on or above Resort property of unmanned aerial systems, or drones, by the general public — including model aircraft by recreational users and hobbyists — without the prior written authorization from Diamond Peak Ski Resort. This prohibition includes drones used for filming or videotaping, as well as any drone use by media or journalists operating above or within the area boundaries. This prohibition extends to any devices launched or operated from Resort property, as well as any launched from private property outside of the Resort boundaries. Please contact a resort representative at info@diamondpeak.com or 775-832-1177 if you have any questions or to seek prior authorization to operate any such devices. 

Any authorized operation of drones on or above Resort property will be governed by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules and regulations, local law enforcement, as well as those policies separately established by this Resort, which may include certification, training, insurance coverage, indemnification requirements, and waivers or releases of liability. Any violation of this policy may involve suspension of your access privileges to the Resort, or the revocation of your season pass, as well as confiscation of any prohibited equipment, and may subject violators to any liability for damages, including, but not limited to, damages for trespass, violations of privacy, and physical injuries to persons and/or property, as well as legal fees.

Diamond Peak is a smoke-free resort. Smoking is prohibited in all resort areas, except parking lots. Please be respectful of other guests when smoking in these designated areas.

Airflare Helps Diamond Peak Patrol Reach You Faster

AirFlare turns your phone into an emergency locator so that friends, family, ski patrol, or other rescue teams can assist quickly in an unexpected jam. If you were to get hurt or lost on the slopes, the AirFlare app provides Diamond Peak Patrol multiple methods to locate you quickly and effectively.

Visit this webpage or click on the icon to learn more and enjoy a free trial of AirFlare: airfla.re/diamondpeak

Snowcats, snowmobiles, snowmaking equipment and other obstacles marked and unmarked may be encountered at any time. All hazard marking including fencing, pads, poles, signage and other marking devices are in place to inform you and indicate a potential hazard. These markers and pads will not protect you from injury. It is your responsibility to stay in control and avoid objects and people.