This Film About a 40-Year-Old Avalanche Helped Me Process My Own Trauma
The new documentary ‘Buried’ looks back at the 1982 tragedy at Alpine Meadows, and finds lessons that are as relevant as ever about surviving a traumatic event.
The new documentary ‘Buried’ looks back at the 1982 tragedy at Alpine Meadows, and finds lessons that are as relevant as ever about surviving a traumatic event.
A lake studded by ski resorts, both bucket-list destinations and quirky hills, presents the opportunity to find just the vibe you're seeking.
In 1991, Mike Hattrup tested the original K2 Extreme at Squaw Valley. Now, Hattrup returns to California to develop the next Fischer Ranger ski.
The coast is nice, but the mountains really shine during summertime in California.
Every skier in California knows bigger is better, and that rings true during summertime at Squaw Alpine.
Pack your Ikon Pass and hit the slopes from Squaw Alpine to sunny SoCal.
Find your ski pass for next season—and the best deals—here.
In Alpine Meadows' Pacific Crest North Bowls, a little bit of effort leads to unlimited—and untracked—rewards.
One editor's maiden voyage to the Golden State, told in mediocre iPhone shots.
Eldora joins Vail’s Epic pass while Mountain Collective adds Mammoth, Snowbird, and Whistler Blackcomb.
Come Hither: Alta, Aspen, Jackson and Squaw/Alpine team up.
The closest lodging to Alpine Meadows Ski Area.
A green hotel in Truckee that has ski lockers, cooking classes, and allows dogs.
Located at the base of Squaw Valley, Plump Jack serves local, gourmet, and organic foods.
Find the best breakfast burrito in Tahoe City here.
For steak, lake views, and fruity cocktails, head to Garwoods on Tahoe's north shore, or Riva Grill, on the south shore.
Need a coffee fix in Truckee? Head to Wild Cherries, which is owned by a former Olympic skier.
Find Truckee's best tacos in a hole-in-the-wall behind 7-11.
In 2006, Roy Tuscany suffered a life-altering spinal injury in a fall on Mammoth Mountain. Four years later, he’s back on skis and helping others return to the slopes through his nonprofit and a partnership with CR Johnson’s family. By Olivia Dwyer
Explore open bowls and unmapped trails inside the resort, then dive into untamed descents just beyond the ropes. Your next big adventure is...
Errol Kerr still laughs at jokes about lucky eggs, but he is all business when it comes to being the best in the world at skiercross. This week, he’s heading to Vancouver for his first visit to the Winter Olympic Games. By Olivia Dwyer
Indulge your simple pleasures at this quiet North Shore sleeper.
Just in time for 2010, California's Alpine Meadows Ski Area is getting hammered with snow and is debuting a high-tech snow cat turned mobile entertainment system with a 210-square-foot stage. The machine will be unveiled at noon on December 31.
The latest storm has pummeled Tahoe resorts and is currently heading east, with blizzard warnings through Utah and Colorado. Jeremy Benson gives us a powder-day update from Alpine Meadows, California.
With some 24,000 acres of lift-serviced terrain, 160 lifts and 15 ski areas overall, the Tahoe Basin is the stuff that skiers' dreams are made of.
While technically inbounds, Estelle Bowl feels as close to backcountry as you can get at a ski resort. Ride the Summit Six chair, then take the ridgeline traverse to the north past two other bowls to reach Estelle, which offers sheltered north-facing trees, wide-open powder shots, and 45-degree spines.
With the exception of Whistler Blackcomb, no other resort comes close to matching Jackson for easy access to back- and sidecountry lines.
Bear Naked Foods will be giving away free samples of their all-natural granola and trail mixes at various Tahoe resorts this March.
Highest Concentration of Ski Resorts and All Within Reach
As a Skiing Magazine contributor for over 40 years, Phil DuBois has had his share of adventures in the dives of Tahoe.
Find everything from the September issue here: 2009 Buyers Guide, Tahoe Weekends, Deep Aspen, Charms of Woodstock, and more.
Sample the menu with tapas at these high-country hotspots.
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