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Squaw Valley Ski Resort in Olympic Valley, California, is one of the largest ski areas in the United States, and was the host site of the entire 1960 Winter Olympics. It is the second-largest ski area in Lake Tahoe after Heavenly, with 30 chairlifts, 3,600 acres (15 km2) and the only funitel in the U.S.
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Olympic Valley, California, formerly known as Squaw Valley, hosted the 1960 Winter Olympics and boasts world-class skiing and snowboarding terrain. High Camp at Squaw Valley offers stunning views of Lake Tahoe and access to intermediate and advanced slopes. Beginners can find gentler terrain at the base area and nearby Alpine Meadows, which is now connected to Palisades Tahoe via a gondola. The resort offers a variety of lifts, including high-speed gondolas and chairlifts, to access its vast terrain. Ski season typically runs from November to May, depending on snow conditions.
Olympic Valley, nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains and home to the Palisades Tahoe ski resort, offers stunning hiking during the summer and fall months. Trails range from easy strolls around the valley floor to challenging climbs up surrounding peaks like Shirley Canyon and Eagle Falls. Hikers can enjoy views of Lake Tahoe, waterfalls, and abundant wildflowers. Be prepared for changing weather conditions and carry plenty of water. Check trail conditions before you go, as some may be closed due to snow or other hazards.
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