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Custom backcountry ski tours from a hut in the Sierra Nevada, CA (3-5 days)

Custom backcountry ski tours from a hut in the Sierra Nevada, CA (3-5 days) | undefined

Join a certified mountain guide for this unforgettable 3 to 5-day backcountry skiing experience in the Sierra Nevada range of California. Head up into the remote backcountry and enjoy pristine snow conditions, stunning scenery and terrific skiing.

Private

Sierra Nevada (California)

+1 Day

Jan - Apr

High

Intermediate


Highlights

  • Enjoy the stunning scenery of California's Sierra Nevada.
  • Spend nights in the highest mountain hut in the entire state.
  • Escape the crowds in this remote mountain refuge.

Description

Nestled at just over 10,200 feet above sea level in the heart of California's Sierra Nevada mountains, the Rock Creek ski hut is the perfect starting point for any backcountry skiing adventure!

Over the course of 3 to 5 days, depending on how much time you have available, we will explore the rugged and scenic terrain of the High Sierras, making numerous incredible runs and enjoying plenty of fresh powder along the way.

The adventure begins shortly after we rendezvous in  Tom's Place, California and head out into the mountains. The initial ascent to the ski hut is a moderate five mile approach over groomed cross country trails.

Once we have deposited our stuff inside, we'll immediately head out onto the trails and spend the rest of our time exploring the vast and remote California backcountry.

Unlike the more crowded resorts in these mountains, we are bound to have plenty of space all to ourselves. Among the highlights of the trip will be checking out the East Gullies as well as the shoulder of Mt Starr.

For more technically advanced skiers, we can strap on some skins and head to Mt Dade, Mt Abbott, and Treasure Peak. Depending on the conditions at the time, the Cat Ears Couloir, the Hourglass Couloir and the Northeast Couloir are also great options.

Away from Rock Creek, we also offer similar versions of this trip from North Lake Hut, just a bit farther south of Tom's Place, and Pear Lake hut, in Sequoia National Park.

So what are you waiting for? Book for this incredible 3 to 5 day backcountry skiing experience in the heart of the Sierra Nevada mountains from Rock Creek ski hut!

If you like the look of this trip then we also think you will enjoy our cat skiing trips in Bear Valley, California!

Price includes

  • Guiding fee

Price details

  • Please contact us for a price quote as well as for what is included in the price.

Equipment you will need to bring

Water bottle

Backpack

Helmet

Ski equipment

Sunglasses


About the guide

Guide profile image

SWS

4.8

(28)

Mountain Guide

Since 1981, we have been California's leader in guided mountaineering. From the Eastern Sierra to Mt. Shasta, we guide all of California 14ners and internationally.

Languages

English

Certificates

IFMGA | AMGA

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What people are saying about SWS

Such a difficult, but the most amazing experience! Something you will never forget!

Had an amazing experience! What memories but must be honest, we were in over our head. Feel we were physically up to it but we went from sea level to 10,000 feet in 30 hours and it was a challenge to keep up. Some time to acclimate would have made a big difference. The guides were careful and supportive. We were outside our comfort zone for sure but also realize that made it so memorable!

Life changing experience!!

Excellent experience with my guide Ben and SWS. Was able to summit Mt Whitney via the mountaineer’s route thanks to Ben’s understanding of the mountain and assessment of my capabilities. Great experience that exceeded my expectations.

The hike was great and I got exactly I wanted.


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