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“Sidecountry” skiing and snowboarding at the Bear Valley Ski Resort in California

“Sidecountry” skiing and snowboarding at the Bear Valley Ski Resort in California | undefined

Join a certified mountain guide for this fun, scenic and exciting 1-day ski touring and snowboarding experience in the "sidecountry" of Bear Valley. Nestled in the Sierra Nevada of central California, the "sidecountry" boasts unspoiled powder and incredible views.

Private

Sierra Nevada (California)

1 Day

Jan - Apr

High

Intermediate


Highlights

  • Enjoy the stunning scenery of Bear Valley.
  • Escape the crowds and ski in an area to which we have exclusive access.
  • Spend the day enjoying incredible powder bowls and 1,000 vertical foot descents.

Description

Tucked into the heart of the Sierra Nevada mountains in central California, a unique opportunity awaits intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders.

With the permission of the local resort in Bear Valley, we will head off into the “sidecountry”, a closed off part of the resort in which we have permission to ski.

The adventure begins after we meet up at Bear Valley at 8 am. From here, we will make our way to this closed off area and take full advantage of all the open powder bowls, scenic ridges and 1,000 vertical foot descents that await us.

For the next 6 to 8 hours, we will enjoy plenty of pristine and fluffy powder, incredible views into the majestically beautiful Sierra Nevada and no crowds with which to compete for fresh powder. There is no better way to ski or snowboard!

Due to the very nature of where we are going, this trip is only appropriate for intermediate and advanced level skiers and snowboarders due to the ungroomed terrain and technical requirement.

So what are you waiting for? Book now for this unforgettable 1-day ski touring and snowboarding experience in the “sidecountry” of Bear Valley!

If you like the look of this trip then we think you will also enjoy our 1-day backcountry skiing and splitboarding for experts, also in Bear Valley!

Price includes

  • Guiding fee

Equipment you will need to bring

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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