SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
As one of the largest ski areas in the United States, Squaw Alpine Ski Resort in Olympic Valley, California is a winter lover’s dream. Being the sole host of the entire 1960 Winter Olympics provided much of the funding needed to grow the mountain to its’ vast 3,600 acres. As if that was not big enough already, the merger between Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows brought the resorts total area to an astounding 6,200 acres. With all this space it’s no wonder why nearly 600,000 skiers and snowboarders make the pilgrimage each year.
What you need to know:
Of course we would love you to use our services here at SkiHouseSwap but if you do not have a ski house or simply need more space; one of the great advantages of vacationing at a resort as large as Squaw Valley is your ability to choose. When it comes to lodging, not only do you have every conceivable type of accommodation to choose from, there is also something to suit every level of travel budget. We’re certain you’ll find the perfect location and amenities to suit your needs for an unforgettable vacation.
Here is more information regarding Resort Lodging straight from the Squaw Alpine website.
Mountain forecasts does a great job at covering the weather accurately for specific mountain ranges and gives precise snow and temperature forecasts for the next 10 days. This site is particularly helpful for climbers as it references precise mountains.
Squaw Valley (Granite Chief Range) forecast is linked here
For the best on the snow reporting we recommend reading the local snow report brought to you by Opensnow!
Squaw Alpine is an unapologetic haven for winter-sports junkies, but less adventurous visitors will find plenty to do while their travel buddies are shredding up the mountain.
Snow sports: Enjoy the snow without braving steep slopes: Slide down snow tube trails; cross country ski on a combined 21 kilometers of trails; snowshoe on designated trails; or even rent mini-snowmobiles for the kids.
High Camp & Olympic Museum: Take the scenic aerial tram up to High Camp, where an outdoor pool, hot tub, and bar await (entrance costs $15). The high-altitude party gets going in the spring, when the pool opens and DJs spin during the day. For a more educational experience, check out the Olympic Museum, home to Team USA uniforms, ice skates, hockey sticks, and other athlete memorabilia from the 1960 games (admission is free with tram tickets).
Yoga: Warm up your legs or stretch them out after a long day on the slopes at Wanderlust, the on-mountain yoga studio. The 1,000-square-foot space offers big picture windows that look out over the mountains—ideal for blissing out.
The Village at Squaw Valley packs nearly 50 restaurants, pubs, and cafes into the compact base area. To explore each of them visit Squaw Alpine’s website.
While being a wonderful mountain for the entire family, Squaw Valley also offers multiple world-class children’s programs throughout the day to keep kids occupied and engaged all day long. For more information on the fun Squaw brings to the classroom as well as the mountain check out their webpage to select the best option for your family.
DRIVE TO SQUAW VALLEY ALPINE MEADOWS
Squaw Valley Address
1960 Squaw Valley Road
Olympic Valley, CA 96146
Alpine Meadows Address
2600 Alpine Meadows Road
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Estimated Driving Times
| Time | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
| Reno | 1 hour | 42 miles |
| Sacramento | 2 hours | 96 miles |
| San Francisco | 4 hours | 196 miles |
| San Jose | 4.5 hours | 228 miles |
| Los Angeles | 7.5 hours | 496 miles |
| San Diego | 10 hours | 616 miles |
TAHOE SKI BUS TO SQUAW VALLEY ALPINE MEADOWS
If you’re coming from the Tahoe area, Sacramento, or San Francisco, there are shuttle bus options to Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows:
Regional Buses
Park & Ride services will be available in Truckee this year traveling to Squaw Valley on weekends and holidays.
Tahoe Area Regional Transit (TART) – Service running daily from Truckee and Tahoe City to Squaw Valley. Available 7 days a week – $1.75. Call 530-550-1212 for information or View Full TART Schedule – You can also download NextBus, an app that tracks TART buses in real time.
Sacramento Buses
Alpine Adventures: The Sacramento Area premier ski bus since 1965. Offering bus service to Squaw Valley and Alpine meadows with hot beverages, pastries, and après ski beverages and goodies.
Bay Area Buses
Bay Area Ski Bus: Ski Tour Operator offering bus service to Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows. We operate fun, safe bus trips for Adults, Teens, Families and all types of groups. Easy, convenient and safe. Call 925-680-4386 or email Bay Area Ski Bus to book your next ski trip.
North American Charter Ski: Bringing skiers and snowboarders to Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows on eco-friendly luxury coaches. Call 925-230-2086 to book your next ski trip.
Santa Rosa Ski & Sports: Sonoma County’s #1 Ski/Snowboard charter bus since 1986. Bringing you to Squaw | Alpine Meadows in comfort at the lowest possible rates. For more info, visit them online or call (707)-578-4754.
Sourced Adventures: Tour operator offering weekly ski bus service with convenient round-trip transportation from San Francisco and Oakland to Squaw Valley every Saturday all season long. Book online or call 646-847-2367 or email support@sourcedadventures.com. Sourced Adventures also offers charters and custom corporate packages.
Sports Basement Tahoe Ski & Snowboard Bus: Runs every Saturday and Sundays from 5 Sports Basement Bay Area locations, including: Bryant Street (SF), Sunnyvale, Novato (limited operations), Redwood City and Berkeley. Nonstop, luxury bus with bathrooms, WiFi, reclining seats. Includes breakfast, snacks and après ski drinks! Pre-loaded rental gear option allowing for hassle free renting and returning. $75 per passenger. Discounted lift tickets and full rental gear packages available. Custom, private buses also available. More information at www.SBSkiBus.com or here or you can call 1-800-866-6670.
TRAVELING BY TRAIN TO SQUAW VALLEY ALPINE MEADOWS
Amtrak
Avoid traffic and take Amtrak to Truckee for your ski weekend. Amtrak offers a convenient and enjoyable travel option from the Bay Area, with comfortable seating as spacious as first class airline seats, outlets to charge your phone, and casual and formal dining options. Relax and enjoy the spectacular views as you wind your way up the mountain. Easily connect to the California Zephyr with daily departures from Emeryville, Richmond, Martinez and Sacramento to Truckee. From the Truckee Amtrak Station use public or private transportation to get to your final destination.
SHUTTLES
Squaw Alpine Express
The Squaw Alpine Express runs continuously between the base area of Squaw Valley & Alpine Meadows when both resorts are open for operations, weather and traffic permitting. The Squaw Alpine Express runs more frequently on weekends and holidays. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the final departure.
First shuttle leaves the Squaw Valley Members Locker Room at 8:30am
Last bus leaves Squaw Valley 4:30pm
Last bus leaves Alpine Meadows no earlier than 4:30pm
In the interest of safety, children 12 years & under may not ride the Squaw/Alpine Express alone. Children must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or other responsible rider.
Check the app for the most up-to-date info.
SnoVentures Shuttle
SnoVentures Shuttle runs continuously between Member’s Locker Room and SnoVentures Activity Zone.
Operates 9am-4:15pm daily
Shuttle Locations
Village South Road in front of Squaw Valley Members Locker Room
In front of SnoVentures Activity Zone
SQUAW KIDS
Directions: Drive up Squaw Valley Road, take a left onto Village South Road. You may park in the Squaw Kids Reserved Parking area, located in the main parking lot. See map below.
Squaw Kids Reserved Parking: Reserve your lesson in advance and you’ll receive accessible parking in our Squaw Kids Reserved Parking area on weekends & holidays.
