Olympic Valley

Olympic Valley, United States

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Olympic Valley

Olympic Valley is a premier ski destination in California, known for its stunning terrain and diverse runs. With a rich Olympic history, it offers winter sports enthusiasts an unforgettable experience.

 Summary

Nestled in the Sierra Nevada, Olympic Valley features over 3,600 acres of skiable terrain. The resort boasts a summit elevation of 9,050 feet, including iconic runs like KT-22 and the Olympic run.

The ski area of Olympic Valley is at an altitude of 1,860m 6,102ft .

Olympic Valley is part of the Palisades Tahoe ski area with access to 200 marked pistes, served by a total of 43 ski lifts. From Olympic Valley you can ski to the other villages of Alpine Meadows.

The ski resort itself is at 1,860m 6,102ft , so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,720m 8,924ft , skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Olympic Valley is 5km 3 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'West Face - vertical'.

Snow and Weather

Olympic Valley typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of 300 inches annually. For the most current snow conditions, including recent snowfall and melting, check J2Ski for updates.

When will it snow in Olympic Valley?

The next notable snow forecast is 2cm 1in , expected on 19 December.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

Snow this week

Ski Area Stats

Skiing

Olympic Valley's impressive terrain offers something for everyone, with 170 trails and a vertical drop of 2,850 feet. Key lifts include the Aerial Tram, which provides access to the upper mountain, and the scenic Gold Coast Chair, leading to varied terrain with stunning views.

Olympic Valley offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.

Ski Lessons in Olympic Valley

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Olympic Valley Ski Schools and Olympic Valley Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarding enthusiasts will appreciate the multiple terrain parks at Olympic Valley, particularly the renowned 'The Wall' park, which features a variety of jumps and rails. The resort also accommodates riders of all levels with its diverse slopes.

Location and Map

Where is Olympic Valley?

This ski resort is in Snohomish, California, United States.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Olympic Valley is Reno Tahoe, 55 minutes drive away.

Sacramento and Chico Muni airports are all within three hours drive.

Reno Tahoe is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.

To reach Olympic Valley, fly into Reno-Tahoe International Airport, approximately 50 miles away. From there, take US-395 N and CA-89 S for a scenic drive to the resort.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The 31 ski lifts are able to uplift 49,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, with 290 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Olympic Valley open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, unwind at the lively Plaza Bar or enjoy a warm meal at the popular Uncorked Wine & Beer Bar. For nightlife, head to the nearby Olympic Village Inn for live music and dancing.