I-80 Donner Pass Road Conditions & Chain Controls

Driving I-80 over Donner Summit to Truckee and North Lake Tahoe? Here are the live chain controls, closures, road cams and forecast for every ski area off the I-80 corridor, updated every time you open the page.

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Ski areas on this route

Before you drive

  • Carry chains or traction devices in winter, even when the road is clear when you leave. Conditions on the pass can change within an hour.
  • Check the lot rules for your resort before you go. Some lots need a reservation or permit, and busy weekends fill early.
  • Leave a margin for the drive home. Traffic peaks when the lifts close, and afternoon snow can bring chain controls back.

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