| Squaw Valley USA, Lake Tahoe California |
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Physical Address:
Squaw Valley
1960 Squaw Valley Rd.
Olympic Valley, CA 96146
Phone Numbers:
General Information
(530) 583-6985
24 Hour Snow Phone
(530) 583-6955
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Squaw Valley USA
Squaw Valley USA is located at the end of a stunning alpine valley cradled by six high Sierra peaks. Site of the VIII Olympic Winter Games, Squaw Valley is one of the most talked about and sought after winter recreation destinations in the U.S. and a must visit destination for anyone that loves winter sports.
Squaw Valley USA is a winter playground for all ages offering the most skiable terrain in Lake Tahoe, the most advanced lift network in the U.S. and some of the deepest snow in the world. Thirty-three lifts, including North America's only Funitel and an aerial Cable Car, access 6 peaks, 4,000 acres and 2,850 vertical feet of terrain.
Following over $60 million in improvements over the last decade, and empowered with a renewed commitment to grooming and customer satisfaction, Squaw Valley has captured the spirit of vacationers from around the globe.
Squaw Valley USA is once again gearing efforts toward improving the overall guest experience for the 2006/07 winter season. Environmental sustainability remains a primary focus; in an effort to preserve the area's precious ecosystems, Squaw Valley is refraining from expansion beyond the natural footprint.
Squaw Valley TV
On plasma screens in areas like the Cable Car lobby and the rental shop guests can view real time updates on lifts, mountian conditions and upcoming local events to ensure that they are dressed for the weather and never miss out on what's going on at Squaw. On Squaw Valley TV visitors can also learn tips from pros about any thing from making powder turns to waxing their skis or boards.
Snowmaking
Squaw Valley is stepping it up for the 2006/07 winter season with an increase in snowmaking. Squaw Valley is expanding snowmaking efforts from 400 acres and 10% of terrain to 600 acres and 15 % of terrain for the 2006/07 season. |
| Mountain Facts |
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| Season: |
Mid-November through Memorial Day, weather and conditions permitting. |
| Hours of Operations (PST): |
Weekends/Holidays � 8:30am � 4pm, Weekdays � 9am � 4pm, Night Skiing � 4pm � 9pm (generally open mid-Dec - mid-April) |
| Base Elevation: |
6,200 feet |
| Summit Elevation: |
9,050 feet |
| Vertical Drop: |
2,840 feet |
| Snowmaking: |
600 acres |
| Average Annual Snowfall: |
460 inches |
| Total Acreage: |
4,000 acres |
| Trails: |
170+ |
| Classification Total: |
25% Beginner, 45% Intermediate, 30% Advanced |
| Lifts: |
34 Total Number of Lifts
1 Cable Car
1 Funitel
1 Pulse Gondola
3 Express 6-pacs
4 Express Quads
1 Fixed-Grip Quad
8 Triple Chairs
10 Double Chairs
3 Surface Lifts
2 Magic Carpets |
| Total Uphill Capacity/Hour: |
49,000 people/hour |
| Terrain Parks: |
3 Total (Mainline, Central Park at Riviera, Belmont)
Pipes: 1 Superpipe, length 550 ft., walls 18.5 ft./ 1 Halfpipe, walls 10 ft.
Tabletops: At least 12 throughout all parks
Rails/Boxes: More than 30 |
On Mountain Facilities at
High Camp (el. 8200') -
Ride the Cable Car: |
· Olympic Ice Pavillion -Ice Skating
· 1960 Olympic Museum
· Swimming Lagoon pool and spa
· The Umbrella Bar
· Bar North
· Alexander's Cafe & Bar
· Poolside Cafe & Bar
· The Terrace Room |
On Mountain Facilities
On Mountain at Gold Coast
(el. 6200') - Ride the Funitel: |
3 Total (Mainline, Central Park at Riviera, Belmont)
Pipes: 1 Superpipe, length 550 ft., walls 18.5 ft./ 1 Halfpipe, walls 10 ft.
Tabletops: At least 12 throughout all parks
Rails/Boxes: More than 30 |
| Squaw Kids' Children's Center: |
Squaw Valley USA has a unique 12,000 square ft. facility dedicated specifically to the resort's younger guests complete with a full service rental shop, a private ski hill with a Pony Tow and two Magic Carpet lifts.
· Snow Cubs Program - ages 3 and young 4
· Snow Sliders Program - ages 4-6
· Junior Mountain Program - ages 7-12
· Snowboard lessons available for kids ages 7-12
· Squaw Sessions - ages 13-17 (intermediate + skiing & snowboarding)
Info 530-581-7225. Reservations encouraged 530-581-7166. |
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