Following 15 inches of new snowfall, Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows will open on Wednesday, Nov. 23, weather and conditions permitting, looking to once again host Tahoe’s longest season after 41 feet of cumulative snowfall in the 2015-16 season.
The resort will open the Kangaroo lift at Alpine Meadows on Wednesday and will hold normal hours of operation, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., moving forward. Equipment rentals and ski school will be open with private lessons for intermediate and advanced guests, and both group and private lessons for beginner guests.
Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows sponsored athletes will be out on the mountain to celebrate Opening Day. Additional lifts and runs will continue to open at both Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows as conditions allow. Food and beverage service will be available at Alpine Meadows Lodge, as well as complimentary cookies and a sparkling cider toast to celebrate Opening Day!
The Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Express shuttle will resume operating daily, beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 23 at Squaw Valley and running between the two mountains every 20 minutes until 4:00 p.m. The last shuttle departs Squaw Valley at 4:30 p.m. and Alpine Meadows at 4:45 p.m.
Ski for Scholarships on Opening Day
All proceeds from lift tickets purchased on Opening Day will benefit Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Foundation (SAF), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing scholarships to Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows athletes and coaches. Season passholders ski for free, but Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows encourages you to consider making a donation.
Thanksgiving Holiday Activities
Shopping, dining and activities will be available in The Village at Squaw Valley during the Thanksgiving Holiday as well as a packed events lineup including Thanksgiving Dinner at Olympic Village Lodge on Thursday, Warren Miller’s “Here, There & Everywhere” on Friday and Saturday, Women of Ski Patrol Calendar Reception on Saturday and the Village-wide Welcome to Winter Party on Saturday. Finally, World Cup skiing aficionados who can’t wait for the World Cup’s arrival at Squaw Valley, March 9-12, can catch coverage of the Killington, VT World Cup on Saturday and Sunday at 12 p.m. at Rocker in The Village at Squaw Valley.
Thanksgiving Dinner at Olympic Village Lodge
Let Squaw Valley take care of the cooking for you this Thanksgiving. Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner at Olympic Village Lodge while taking in breathtaking views of Squaw Valley’s infamous Tram Face. Click here for more information and to book your reservation.
Tahoe Super Pass Prices Good Through November 29
Skiers and riders looking to gain access to 6,000 acres, 42 lifts and over 270 trails at both Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows can purchase the Tahoe Super Pass, starting at $499 for adults. Current prices will increase up to $120 and the Bronze Pass will no longer be available after November 29.
