High Camp

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Enjoy uninterrupted views of Lake Tahoe and the High Sierra, ice skate at the Olympic Ice Pavilion, travel back in time and learn a little more about the 1960 Winter Olympic Games at the Olympic Museum, or relax at the Poolside Umbrella Bar and soak up the sierra sun in the Swimming Lagoon & Spa (opens in Spring).

Guests ride the 2,000 vertical feet to High Camp in Squaw Valley's aerial Cable Car (or the Pulse Lift) from Gold Coast Lodge where all of these activities plus numerous sundecks, and the Poolside Cafe and Terrace restaurant await.

High Camp is also the gateway to most of Squaw Valley's beginner terrain. Here skiers and snowboarders will find scenic views and plenty of wide open gentle slopes on which to hone their skills. From High Camp Squaw Valley's professional Ski & Snowboard school offers group lessons every hour, on the hour, through the innovative "Ski With a Pro" program.

High Camp Activities

Olympic Ice Pavilion - Ice Skating

The Olympic Ice Pavilion, accessed via Squaw Valley's aerial Cable Car, is a true wonder. Perched at the crest of Squaw Valley's upper mountain, the rink offers unmatched panoramic views of the Squaw Valley Meadow, beautiful Lake Tahoe and the surrounding Sierra Nevada. 

Olympic Museum

Learn about the 1960 Olympics that took place right here at Squaw Valley! Located at High Camp, admission is free with your Cable Car ride.

High Camp Restaurants

Wildflour Baking Company

Homemade baked goods and bagels with the works. Proudly serving Peet's Coffee and Tea and Scharffen Berger cocoa.

Alexander's Cafe & Bar

Floor to ceiling windows with magical views of Squaw Valley and Lake Tahoe make this a one-of-a-kind dining experience.

Terrace Bar & Restaurant

Relax and be swept away by the views in the Terrace Room Rotunda and the circular Terrace Bar.

Poolside Cafe

Open daily for lunch and dinner (inside and outside on the sun deck), the Poolside Café offers an expansive soup and salad bar plus much more.

Bar North

High Camp's sport bar, with several couches for a well deserved apres ski beverage.

Twilight Dinner at High Camp

Ride the scenic Cable Car to High Camp, el. 8200' and enjoy a lovely dinner at Alexander's Cafe overlooking Lake Tahoe and Squaw Valley USA.

On Mountain Shops

High Camp Bath and Tennis Sport Shop

In this store you will find anything you need while enjoying the snow or the pool and spa.

Gold Coast Sport Shop

Stocked with all of the accessories that you will need to enjoy your day on the mountain. In addition, this store also has a wide selection of Squaw Valley USA apparel and Olympic apparel.