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 Squaw
Valley USA. Ski Lake Tahoe - There is a place in the Sierra that is like no other. A
fantastic place where it snows an average of 450" each winter, yet the
California sun shines three out of four days. It is an escape from the
ordinary that inspires fun, excitement and a bit of greatness in those
that visit.
It is a place where 4,000 acres of world famous terrain, from the
tamest to the toughest, are spread across six mountain peaks -- where
thirty lifts, including an aerial Cable Car and North America's only
Funitel, provide unequaled mountain access. It is a place where
awe-inspired smiles are practically guaranteed. ©Keoki Flagg (left)
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 Base Village, el 6,200
Squaw Valley's Base Village, still echoing the excitement of the VIII
Olympic Winter Games, is a hub of activity with outdoor
sundecks, unique restaurants, lively après ski spots, shops and more.
Base facilities include the new Far East Guest Services Center, the
12,000 square foot Children's World, lockers, equipment rental and ski
school. Exciting events
and activities include races, torchlight parades, concerts, and even an
indoor climbing wall.
©Tom Day (right)
High Camp, el 8,200'
 A World Above Lake Tahoe. Ascend 2,000 vertical feet in Squaw Valley's
aerial Cable Car to High Camp where a mountain of activities await.
Enjoy uninterrupted views of Lake Tahoe and the High Sierra from one of
many sundecks, ice skate at the Olympic Ice Pavilion, slide and spin in
the Snowtubing Arena, travel back in time at the Olympic Museum, and in
the spring, relax and soak up the sun at the Swimming Lagoon & Spa.
©Larry Prosor (left)
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Three restaurants: The Poolside Café, Alexander's Café and the Terrace
Restaurant all serve delights to tempt any appetite.
High Camp is also the gateway to Squaw Valley's gentle mountain - top
beginner area, bringing an exciting total mountain experience to all abilities.
At night, High Camp glows with fun and attractions beneath the moon and
stars. Enjoy night skiing down our 3.2 mile Mountain Run, or ride Central Park
under the the lights. Other evening activities include the Olympic Ice Pavilion,
snowtubing and spectacular dining overlooking Lake Tahoe.
Gold Coast, el 8,200'
At the top of North America's only Funitel you'll find Gold Coast, Squaw
Valley's upper mountain crossroads and gateway to two half-pipes and terrain
parks at Central Park. Complete with three restaurants levels, sundecks, and
views of expansive open bowls, Gold Coast is a great place to relax with friends
and family between runs.
 A Great
Mountain Deserves a Great Village - The 13 acre pedestrian village is to
built in four phases, and represents a total investment of $250 million. Upon
completion, the village will include a total of 640 mountain homes and 80
boutique shops, restaurants and 250 underground parking spaces located at the base of the resort.
New Far East
Entrance - To compliment the new Village at Squaw Valley, plans are to
convert was the Opera House Cinema into the "Far East Guest Services
Center," complete with a new 6-passenger detachable transportation
chairlift. The new Far East lift will replace the current Papoose lift, offering
faster, easier and more convenient access from the resort's eastern parking
areas to Snow King Peak, the widened Easy Street trail and the slopes of
Squaw Valley USA. The new Far East Guest Services Center will include rentals,
ski school, retail and ticket sales, a guest information center as well as
additional restroom facilities.
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- Squaw Valley Rd. off Hwy. 89
- 16 Open Bowls & 100+ Runs
- Terrain: 25% beginner, 45% intermediate & 30% Advanced
- 4,000 acres accessed by 30 lifts:
- 1 Cable Car, 1 Funitel, 1 Pulse (six passenger), 3 High
Speed 6-pacs, 4 High Speed Quads, 1 Fixed-Grip Quad, 8 Triples,
7 Doubles, 3 Pony Tows, 1 Magic Carpet
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- 9050 feet summit elevation, 2850 feet vertical drop
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A unique 12,000 square foot facility offering children's programs for ages 3-12 years. Junior Mountain ski and snowboarding lessons for ages 7-12 and Snow School ski lessons for ages 4-6. Private lessons are available.
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©Niobe S. Burden
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Photos and information courtesy Squaw Valley USA
P.O. Box 2007, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
 squaw@squaw.com
URL: http://www.tahoesbest.com/Skiing/squaw-valley-usa.htm
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