Explore some of the best backcountry ski-touring in the world.
Lake Tahoe and the Eastern Sierra are home to some of the most incredible backcountry ski-touring terrain on the planet, and our guides know it like the back of their hands. Our California backcountry program is built so that you can make the most of your ski day, being guided to the best zones by one of our certified, professional ski guides.
From South Lake, to North Lake, to the to the National Geographic Bowl that is exclusively guided and accessed by Alpenglow, we’ll bring you to untracked snow and help facilitate some of the best turns of your life.
Private Ski Guiding
Privately guided days consist of just you, your hand-picked group, and your guide. With this arrangement, you’re able to call the shots helping to shape the day with your guide as you see fit. The goals and outcome of a day out with our guides is customized to your group.
Depending on fitness level, technical ability and daily conditions skiers and riders can expect to get multiple laps of fresh tracks in the backcountry. Terrain varies from wide open bowls and widely spaced trees to steep, technical lines that will challenge even the most seasoned skier.
Palisades Tahoe Backcountry Tours
Ski and ride outside the ski area boundaries of Lake Tahoe’s premier resort. Riding the lifts means less time hiking and more time skiing and riding this incredible backcountry terrain. We have exclusive access to some of the coolest terrain in Tahoe, including the National Geographic Bowl outside of Granite Chief.
The lift access, untouched powder stashes, and zero crowding makes this one of our most popular winter adventures. The terrain is truly one of Tahoes hidden gems, and it’s just for us.
Half Day Palisades Tahoe
The Half day option accesses the Tram Ridge zone outside of the Broken Arrow terrain of Palisades Tahoe Ski Resort. This programs gives you the chance to use your regular resort skis and boots, with no touring skis or split-boards necessary – all while skiing fresh snow outside of the resort boundaries with a professional ski guide.
Single Run Tram Ridge Backcountry
Skiers and riders looking for the next secret stash can now explore the Squaw Valley Backcountry for a single lap. Each Saturday and Sunday at 11:30am, Alpenglow Expeditions will lead guided groups through the resort boundary, entering the backcountry with special permission from Squaw Valley. These single-run tours will take resort skiers on a backcountry run in the “Tram Ridge” zone beyond the Broken Arrow boundary.
Truckee Skyline Traverse
A must-do tour for any California backcountry skier, this ski day follows the legendary and beautiful sierra crest from Sugar Bowl Ski Resort to Palisades Tahoe Ski Resort. Traditionally skied in two days, we are offering this as an advanced 1 day journey along the crest of the northern Sierra Nevada. With stunning lake views, expansive vistas of remote portions of the Granite Chief wilderness, the Truckee Skyline Traverse is a must do for any California skier.
High Sierra Backcountry Tour
Surrounded by 14,000′ peaks and stunning backdrops, the backcountry touring in the High Sierra is some of the finest in the world. These tours are a “must-do” for any backcountry skier looking to break out from the local mountains and into some seriously big terrain. Some of the longest continuous ski descents on the planet can be found in the high Sierra, and our professional guides are here to help you accomplish your dream 6,000’+ line.
Intermediate Backcountry Tour
This expedition is for those who are looking to gain more experience in the backcountry, but already have the basics down. In this course, you’ll have a leisurely day of touring around beautiful Lake Tahoe with a professional AMGA guide and likeminded individuals. This is the perfect way to get outside and work on your backcountry skills in a group setting.
