3-5+ Feet Over the Next 4 Days
Friday: Mostly sunny Friday morning and then increasing clouds later in the day. Highs into the 40s on the upper mountain 50s at the base. Light southwest winds Friday morning increasing quickly through the afternoon. We could see ridgetop gusts to 60+ mph by Friday evening. We could see a few showers break out over […]
5 Reasons why Palisades Tahoe is the Spring Skiing Capital
Spring is officially here! At Palisades Tahoe, we love springtime. Sunshine, corn cycles, longer days, the Sundeck, live music, killer events, and so much more. Yes, spring in the high Sierra is something to celebrate. Even better, you can ski & ride for FREE this spring starting April 13th when you purchase your 2020-21 Ikon Pass!
5 Reasons Why Treeline Cirque is a Game Changer at Alpine Meadows
Treeline Cirque, the brand new high-speed quad at Alpine Meadows, is a complete game-changer for the mountain. With a total ride time of approximately five minutes, the new chair now gives skiers and riders quick and direct access from the base area to both the front and back sides of the Alpine Meadows slopes. Here are the top five reasons why we love the addition of Treeline Cirque.
Tips for President's Day Weekend
With a holiday weekend approaching, we wanted to share some helpful hints that will allow you to maximize your time on the slopes and get the most out of your visit here. Recently, we have had warm weather during the day followed by freezing temperatures at night. This has lead to firm or icy conditions in the morning, and sunny, spring-like conditions during the day.
Your Kids Are Going to Love Kid-O-Rama
The snow never stopped coming down. Or at least that’s what it felt like. It was February 2019, a month that turned out to bring record-breaking amounts of snowfall to the Sierra. Squaw Valley reported a whopping 300 inches—that’s 25 feet of snow, enough to bury a two-story house—in just the 28 days of February alone.
Plan Your Valentine's Day Trip in Lake Tahoe
Valentine’s Day is approaching.
If you haven’t figured out what to do yet, we’ve got some swoon-worthy ideas for the entire month of February. (Including how to get married on the mountain!)
If your significant other is a skier or snowboarder, then planning a romantic rendezvous in the mountains is sure to be a win.
A Storm is Coming! Tips for Travel & Parking This Weekend
Winter Storm Warning for Thursday Get ready! It’s going to snow all day on Thursday, with strong winds and up to 17″ falling throughout the day. Travel impacts and whiteout conditions are expected. By midday on Friday, the sky should be clearing up, and the breeze should be dying down as well. Please be aware […]
Tips for Ikon Pass Holders at Squaw Alpine
Whether you’re planning your first trip to Squaw Alpine or you’ve been skiing here for years, check out these tips to make the most of your Ikon Pass.
Getting Around & Parking During the Holidays
Snow Showers Expected Throughout The Week With the holiday season almost upon us, the Tahoe region is sure to be busy over the next two weeks. Snow showers are expected throughout the week starting on Sunday 12/22, but accumulation will likely be limited. If you will be traveling around the region, be sure to make use […]
Tips for Travel & Parking December 13-15, 2019
Storm Warning Friday Night – Saturday Morning The season total for our upper mountains so far is 113″ of snow! Fun fact: Last year, in our record-breaking season, we didn’t even have 100″ of snow until January. Thanks to Mother Nature’s generosity and the hard work of our operations teams, both Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows are […]