Squaw Valley USA

Vacations to Lake Tahoe would not be complete without a visit to Squaw Valley USA. One of the most  famous ski resorts in California, Squaw Valley offers you access to over 4,000 acres of skiable terrain. Spread over six peaks, and accessed by the most advanced lift system in the world, this world-class destination ski resort enjoys an annual snowfall of over 450 inches (that's 37.5 feet), and an abundance of warm California sunshine nearly 300 days of the year. Close proximity to Reno (only 45 minutes away) makes this ski area a Nevada attraction as well.

With its immense size, variety of terrain, abundance of activities, exciting events and Olympic heritage Squaw Valley Ski Resort offers one unique experience after another for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities on vacation in Lake Tahoe.

While the heart stopping advanced and expert terrain is featured regularly in ski and snowboard magazines and movies, many ski resort guests don't realize that 70% of Squaw Valley's terrain is geared for the beginner and intermediate skier and snowboarder! Wide open bowls, carefully groomed boulevards, steep chutes, glades, terrain parks and half pipes are all part of the fun to be had during a vacation to Squaw Valley USA.

For more information about vacations to Lake Tahoe, destination, visit the Squaw Valley Resort website, or explore the links below.

Squaw Valley USA's 4,000 acres of incredible terrain is spread across six magnificent Sierra Peaks. With a resort so spacious many skiers and snowboarders that have never been here before often wonder where to begin.

Check out the latest conditions at Squaw Valley USA on Tahoe TV's new Mountain Cam.


Check the latest conditions on this California ski mountain. Updated daily, this report is your guide to getting the most out of your trip to Squaw Valley USA.  With an annual snowfall of over 450 inches (that's 37.5 feet), and an abundance of warm California sunshine nearly 300 days of the year, it's hard to not have a great day on the slopes.
Squaw Valley USA's 4,000 acres of incredible terrain is spread across six magnificent Sierra Peaks. With a California ski resort so spacious, many skiers and snowboarders that have never been here before often wonder where to begin.
Squaw Valley USA is a big mountain, find your way around the hill with a number of different maps. Pick your lines ahead of time, or look back at where you went, just make sure you don't get lost.

Enjoy uninterrupted views of Lake Tahoe and the High Sierra, relax at the Poolside Umbrella Bar and soak up the sierra sun in the Swimming Lagoon & Spa (opens March 20, 2010 for the spring and summer).

High Camp is also the gateway to most of Squaw Valley's beginner terrain. Here skiers and snowboarders will find scenic views of this stunning California winter landscape and plenty of wide open gentle slopes on which to hone their skills.


Hit the slopes with the right equipment for your ability.  There are many options to choose from right here in Squaw Valley as well as places to keep your edges sharp and your bases waxed.

Squaw Valley USA Lift Ticket information and pricing for the 2009-2010 ski season.

Learn to ski and ride or just improve on your abilities.  Squaw Valley Ski School has over 200 trained and accredited instructors and plenty of beginner and intermediate terrain to get you to the next level.

book online with the Village at Squaw 1 866 818 6963
Squaw Valley USA ski resort and vacations to Lake Tahoe, California make for the perfect winter holiday destination.