Silver Hill
Peak · 6,085 ft · Lake Tahoe corridor
Silver Hill rises to 6085 feet in the Lake Tahoe corridor's high Sierra. A modest peak with avalanche terrain, it sits calmer than exposed ridgelines to the east and offers low-key access from Highway 50.
Morning calm gives way to afternoon wind funneling off the lake by mid-day. The 30-day average wind sits at 7 mph, but gusts exceed 16 mph regularly in afternoon hours. Snowpack persists through spring; assess stability before committing to steep terrain.
Over the last 30 days, Silver Hill averaged a NoGo Score of 41 with temperatures holding near 42 degrees Fahrenheit and an average wind of 7 mph. The week ahead shows typical spring variability; crowding remains light at 2.0 on the rolling average. Check avalanche forecasts from SAC before ascending steep slopes.
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About Silver Hill
Silver Hill lies at 6085 feet in the Lake Tahoe Sierra, roughly 15 miles west of the lake's main shoreline. Access is via Highway 50 from the west, with approach options from the Echo Summit area. The peak sits in avalanche terrain; winter and spring ascents require snowpack assessment and stable snow conditions. Base popularity is low, meaning few visitors, light parking pressure, and quiet trails.
Spring conditions dominate the current season. The 30-day average temperature of 42 degrees Fahrenheit reflects lingering winter snowpack; the peak typically holds snow into late spring. Wind averages 7 mph but commonly exceeds 16 mph in the afternoon as lake-driven circulation strengthens. Morning windows are distinctly calmer. Crowding averages 2.0 on the rolling 30-day measure, so expect solitude even on weekends.
Silver Hill suits winter backcountry skiers and spring mountaineers comfortable with avalanche terrain. The low base popularity means you won't encounter crowds typical of nearby Tahoe rim peaks. Skip afternoon ascents in spring; wind and snow instability compound above treeline. Head here on calm mornings, especially early in the week when conditions are most stable. Bring a beacon, probe, and shovel if snowpack is present.
The Tahoe corridor offers adjacent peaks like Carson Pass to the south and peaks near Echo Summit to the west. Silver Hill's modest elevation and light traffic make it a good training peak for spring mountaineering or a quiet alternative to busier rim routes. The SAC avalanche center covers this region; check the forecast before any snow-season approach.