East Wind Woes
The east winds continued at Alpine Meadows, and today they were relentless. The Summit lift remained on wind hold all day, and the upper mountain… Read More »East Wind Woes
The Ikon Pass…Why Can’t It Just Be Simple?
Pricing and new details for the 2026-2027 Ikon Passes were released by Alterra Mountain Company yesterday. The endless arms race of adding new mountains, new… Read More »The Ikon Pass…Why Can’t It Just Be Simple?
A Firm Morning
It was much colder this morning than it has been for the past week or so. Overnight, the thermometer dropped to 17 degrees at Ward… Read More »A Firm Morning
Chasing Pockets Of Sun
The forecast called for some snow today, a whole inch or so, so nothing that will change the nature of this ski season. Under those… Read More »Chasing Pockets Of Sun
Full Moon
It was another gorgeous day in the Sierra Nevada mountains, specifically in Alpine Meadows. I thought I would mention that tonight there is a full… Read More »Full Moon
Finally, A Freeze
It seems like it’s been a minute since we had a good freeze at Alpine Meadows. While last night’s freeze wasn’t perfect, it significantly improved… Read More »Finally, A Freeze
A Soggy Day
I love to ski, and my favorite local ski area has been Alpine Meadows since it opened at the end of 1961. Before the end… Read More »A Soggy Day
No Rain Makes For A Better Saturday
The forecast for showers and thunderstorms did not materialize at Alpine Meadows today. That’s a good thing as it was another very busy day at… Read More »No Rain Makes For A Better Saturday
A Confusing Day
There was confusion in the air today. It began as I arrived, driving from my house to the lodge along the Alpine Meadows Road. There… Read More »A Confusing Day
I Can See Clearly Now…
Yeah, you know the words: I can see clearly now, the rain is goneI can see all obstacles in my wayGone are the dark clouds… Read More »I Can See Clearly Now…
A Limited Day
I drove up to an empty parking lot to take a firsthand look at the ski slopes. My timing was earlier than normal, so I… Read More »A Limited Day
At Least It Wasn’t Busy
Usually when I drive to Alpine Meadows alone, there is some sort of soundtrack playing in my head. You might remember on one particularly busy… Read More »At Least It Wasn’t Busy
Remember Today When You Are Out Tomorrow
It is hard to believe that tomorrow it may be raining, or perhaps just slushy drops falling from a gray sky. Today was so beautiful… Read More »Remember Today When You Are Out Tomorrow
Follow The Flakes!
No, this is not a plea that you subscribe to Unofficial Alpine Meadows. It’s also not a plea that you follow myself or Andy around… Read More »Follow The Flakes!
A Winter’s Day
It was a beautiful day in the Sierra. I do not think anyone can argue that the day was not a skier’s dream. Perhaps not… Read More »A Winter’s Day