33rd Annual Cushing Crossing Pond Ski Returns To Palisades Tahoe

Palisades Tahoe is excited to announce the return of the 33rd Annual Cushing Crossing, the original pond-skimming contest widely regarded as the best event of the spring season. On May 10 at 1 p.m. (weather and conditions permitting), join in for a day of fun, laughter, and spills as participants attempt to ski or snowboard across Cushing Pond in their craziest costumes. Unlike most pond-skimming events, Cushing Crossing takes place on a naturally formed pond, adding to its unique and iconic character.

In addition to the adrenaline-pumping pond-skimming action, attendees can look forward to a panel of local celebrity judges and two of the best emcees in the business. Category winners will receive prizes from our sponsors, including Yeti, Smith, GoPro, and Darn Tough!

So come on out and enjoy the festivities! Space is very limited, and registration is first-come, first-served. Registration starts at 8 am sharp on the day of the event at the KT Deck. The registration fee is $20, payable in cash only. Admission to view the event is free, and everyone is encouraged to dress up in their wackiest costumes.

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, May 10th, 2025
• Time: 1-4pm
• Location: Cushing Pond near the base of KT-22
• Participant Registration: See details below
• Spectating is free. We recommend bringing a chair, sun protection, & water.
• Subject to change based on weather & conditions.

Registration Info:

• Registration begins @ 8am on Saturday, May 10th on the KT Deck (SAME DAY as the event).
• Registration fee is $20, cash only.
• Participant must be there in-person to register.

Categories:

• Men's Ski
• Men's Snowboard
• Women's Ski
• Women's Snowboard
• Unlimited (Any apparatus that isn't a straightforward pair of skis or snowboard, but is of skiing and snowboarding origin)

Scoring:

• A total of 25 points are available for creativity & style
• A total of 25 points are available for a successful crossing of the pond

The Cushing Crossing Rules:

• Participants must be 18+ and must be present to register (no one can register on behalf of another competitor)
• Costumes HIGHLY encouraged
• Approved Helmets & floatation devices are mandatory
• No inappropriate clothing or profanity associated with your costume
• Please remember that this is a family friendly event. If you wouldn’t do it in front of your grandmother, don’t do it here.
• Snow sliding apparatus must be of a winter sports origin.
• Participants must have the ability to control their apparatus.
• Palisades Tahoe retains the right to disallow any competitor or apparatus.
• Tie breaker for the overall winner will be decided by a second run ski off. (The overall winner has the highest points on both the 1st and 2nd run)
• You are responsible for your actions. Don't ruin this for everyone else.
• No pyrotechnics or open flame on course
• Multiple competitors must be attached to the same apparatus
• Please bring your own PFD if you have one but if not, they will have loaners

In addition to all the action, Palisades Tahoe will be holding a raffle during the event to support the Palisades Avalanche Dog Program. Guests will have the chance to win a variety of great prizes, with all proceeds going toward the care, training, and equipment for the resort’s hardworking avy dogs.

Spring Ticket Trio - Ski Any 3 Days for Just $99 Per Day — Shareable and Flexible

Grab our Spring Ticket Trio: three single-day lift tickets for just $99 per day. You can use all three for yourself or share them with friends and family—even all on the same day. Tickets are valid any day of the week through the end of the 2024-25 season.

Palisades Tahoe is the last remaining ski resort open in the Lake Tahoe region, and we’ll be spinning lifts through Memorial Day, Monday, May 26. There’s still time for soft snow, sunshine, and spring laps.