Badger Pass Ski Area, Winter sports resort in Yosemite National Park, United States
Badger Pass Ski Area sits between 7,200 and 8,000 feet elevation within Yosemite National Park and offers ten runs across three difficulty levels served by five different lifts. The terrain is laid out to serve skiers of all abilities on the same day.
The resort opened in 1933 as California's first developed ski area and was originally planned as a venue for the 1932 Winter Olympics. Though those games never came to Yosemite, the resort went on to serve generations of skiers.
The Professional Ski Instructors of America certified instructors maintain a traditional teaching approach that emphasizes proper technique and mountain safety awareness.
A daily shuttle service connects various points in Yosemite Valley to the resort during the winter season, running from mid-December through March depending on snow. Check road conditions and opening status before visiting, as winter weather can affect access and operations.
The resort maintains ten dedicated runs with a specific distribution: 35 percent for beginners, 50 percent for intermediate skiers, and 15 percent for advanced practitioners.
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