What To Expect

Three women enjoy new snow at Alpine Meadows.

What To Expect: February 5-7

February 4, 2021 Experiences

Recently, we have had an exciting amount of snowfall, which has increased demand for skiing/riding at Squaw Alpine, and has attracted many other Californians to come to the area to sightsee and snow play in the North Lake Tahoe area. To help our guests be more prepared this weekend, we have the below tips and answers to frequently asked questions.

Snow piled up at Squaw Valley during a snowstorm on January 28, 2021

January 29-31 Post-Storm Operations

January 29, 2021 Operations

Since Monday, we have received over 6 feet of snow on the upper mountains! This large amount of snowfall is a welcome gift from Mother Nature, but it also brings some challenges to getting to and opening the mountains. Here’s what you need to know before visiting Squaw Alpine during or after the storm:

MLK Weekend: What to Expect

January 14, 2021 Experiences

We are looking forward to your visit this holiday weekend! In order to ensure that you have a seamless and fun experience, here is some helpful information to consider before you arrive.

Staying Warm on a Storm Day

December 10, 2020 Experiences

Get our best tips for staying warm on those extra-cold days.

10 Things You Need To Know About Visiting Squaw Alpine This Winter

November 12, 2020 Experiences

Due to COVID-19, we’re changing a few things around here. Read up before you go.

The good news? Skiing and riding will still happen this winter. But it’s going to look a little different than you’re used to. This year, we’ll be following state and local health guidelines for best practices to keep our guests, staff, and community safe from COVID-19. As a result, we’re making some changes on our end—you’ll see new policies and signage around the mountain—and we’re asking you to do a few things differently, too. Here’s what you need to know.

Tips for President's Day Weekend

February 13, 2020 Experiences

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.