Two More Skier Deaths at Tahoe Resort Amid Deadly Week

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Two skiers died in separate incidents at Heavenly Mountain Resort in Lake Tahoe on Friday, the latest in a string of deadly accidents that have plagued the region's ski resorts this month. The victims were a 33-year-old man and a 54-year-old man, whose identities have not been released. Their deaths come just days after nine backcountry skiers were killed in a deadly avalanche on Castle Peak near Lake Tahoe.

Why it matters

The recent spate of ski-related deaths in the Tahoe area has raised concerns about the dangers faced by skiers and snowboarders, especially during periods of heavy snowfall. The incidents underscore the need for improved safety measures and education to prevent future tragedies.

The details

According to authorities, the two latest incidents were not related, but both occurred around noon on Friday. One incident took place on the intermediate Orion Trail, while the other happened on the Tamarack Return Trail. Resort ski patrol staff recovered the victims and attempted to revive them, but both were later pronounced dead. The cause and manner of death are pending.

• The incidents occurred around noon on Friday, February 21, 2026.
• On Saturday, crews recovered the bodies of nine backcountry skiers killed in an avalanche on Castle Peak near Lake Tahoe on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.

What’s next

Authorities are investigating the causes of the two latest skier deaths at Heavenly Mountain Resort, as well as the broader spate of fatalities in the Tahoe region this month.