It is situated five miles south-southeast of the Chinquapin intersection of Wawona Road (HWY 41 continuation) with Glacier Point Road in the southern area of Yosemite National Park. Glacier Point Road provides the access to this ski area. Badger Pass is at about 7,200 feet (2,200 m) in elevation at the restaurant and services buildings. At the summit of the downhill ski lifts, elevations rise to 7,850'. This 90-acre skiing area provides 10 runs and 4 lifts with downhill, snow tubing and snow boarding facilities.
The Mist Trail is now open for the season. The "Ice Cut", Clark Point to Nevada Fall, on the John Muir Trail is still closed due to hazardous ice build up.
The Badger Pass Road will close for the season on Sunday April 5, 2009 at 6 p.m. Snow removal operations on the Glacier Point Road will begin on Monday, April 6. The road gate will be closed and locked at Chinquapin. Essential administrative traffic will be allowed between Chinquapin and Badger Pass. Any need to travel east of Badger Pass on the Glacier Point Road must be approved by the on-duty roads supervisor.
The Mariposa Grove Road remains closed to public motor vehicle traffic. An estimated date for opening is yet to be determined. Access to the Mariposa Grove is by a two mile hike starting at the South Entrance. Limited parking is available at the South Entrance Station.
The Badger Pass Ski Area closed for the season on Sunday, March 29. The road to Badger Pass will remain open, weather dependent, until snow removal operations begin on the Glacier Point Road(maybe 4/15/09?). No visitor services are available at Badger Pass but winter recreation opportunities remain along the Glacier Point Road ski trails.
Ostrander Ski Hut is scheduled to close for the season on Sunday, April 5.
The Badger Pass Ski Area in Yosemite is closed for the season. The Glacier Point Road section up to Badger Pass, 5 miles, is still open but will probably be closed soon cutting off all access to snow for the public.
NPS used to keep it open prior to 1999 so folks could go up and still enjoy the snow. For some strange reason the close it soon after Badger Pass closes.
Expect the road to Glacier Point to open sometime mid May.
Come Skiing With Us At Beautiful Badger Pass! Our Last Day For The Seaon Will Be Sunday, March 29, 2009
Our final week of operation is proving to be an epic one, with beautiful weather, amazing conditions and short lift lines. What a beautiful day at Badger Pass. Lots and lots of SUN. Tomorrow's high should be @ 55 degrees with lots of SUN. So please don't forget your suncreen!! We will be closing for the season on this Sunday March 29, 2009.
This Saturday is our SPRINGFEST!!! Lots of fun for the whole family. So come on up and play. I will see YOU on the slopes!!
Badger Pass - Daily Snow Conditions:
Date: March 27, 2009
Downhill Operations
Base Depth: 60" to 78”
New Snow: 0
Snow Conditions: Fast A.M., spring carving
Forecast: Sunny
Temperature: High 55, Low 21
The comments, all 44 of them, for this project are now available on the NPS website
I read several of the comments and most seemed postive in preserving the resort in its historical character. Here is the comment from the Sirra Club.
"The purpose of the rehabilitation project is to provide a phased program for rehabilitation of the Badger Pass Ski Lodge that will 1) maintain and protect the integrity of the historic Badger Pass Day Lodge and character-defining features of the Badger Pass cultural landscape; 2) treat critical deck, structural, and drainage deficiencies contributing to past and ongoing water-intrusion damage; 3) replace temporary structures with permanent buildings of compatible construction to maintain continued ski area operations; and 4) maintain ski area service and support functions while protecting the winter recreation visitor experience at Badger Pass Ski Area."
Even though it feels like spring out dont forget that you can still ski, snow shoe, and go tubing for 1 more week. Today was perfect spring skiing at Badger Pass with no wait in the chair lift line.
The Glacier Point Road still has excellent conditions for cross country skiing and there are very few folks out enjoying the warm weather.
Badger Pass Ski area in Yosemite still has plenty of snow with over 6 feet at the summit. The conditions are firm spring pack in the morning and then it softens up for nice spring conditions skiing.There is a Far West ski race this weekend on the Wildcat Run.
Another beautiful day at Badger Pass!! Lots of sun today only a few clouds.
Tomorrow forecast is for sunny skies with a high of 45 degrees. Come on up
and PLAY!! Thank you, and I will see you on the slopes!! (S. Costello -
3/11/09)
Badger Pass - Daily Snow Conditions:
Date: March 12, 2009
Downhill Operations
Base Depth: 60” to 84”
New Snow: None
Snow Conditions: Powder, packed powder
Forecast: Mostly sunny
Temperature: High 45 Low 15
Tuesday was an amazing day for skiing here at Badger, we had nothing but pristine blue skies and white slopes all day long. Our lows at night are around twenty degrees, so the groomed snow is fast early in the day, becoming a little softer as the day wears on. The off-trail snow is still pretty soft and those tree runs are lots of fun. Wednesday's forecast is for sunny skies with a high in the low 40's. It should be a beautiful day so come on out and play!
You can also get a conditions update by calling the Badger Pass Snow Phone: (209) 372-1000 Option 5.
Another awesome day at Badger Pass! Thanks to all this fresh powder we've had, we currently have the best conditions of the year. This new snow is really great stuff, very light and fluffy. Saturday should be sunny and cold enough that the snow will retain its powdery properties and the riding and skiing will be epic. Don't miss out on these awesome, awesome days!
You can also get a conditions update by calling the Badger Pass Snow Phone: (209) 372-1000 Option 5.
It was a perfect powder day at the Badger Pass Ski Area, Yosemite. They got over 2 feet of new snow and the skies were clear and the temperature stayed cold today.
Badger Pass Snow report
The storm came in full force last night dropping eighteen to twenty four inches of powder. We expect another three to five inches tonight with the storm series slowly winding down to clear skies for the weekend. Skiing and Riding will be awesome. Come play in the powder, but be sure to bundle up and drive safely.
Join the Yosemite Winter Club, Yosemite Ski Team, and over 100 young ski racers from around the central Sierra as they compete in the historic Silver Ski Race at Badger Pass!
Welcome spring with a full day of fun activities at Badger Pass Ski Area. Join in the festivities or just soak in the sun on the Lodge Deck while enjoying front row seats for the entertainment.
WHAT: Yosemite National Park’s ski resort will celebrate another successful season with its
annual SpringFest Carnival, complete with music, food, costumes and crazy contests!
WHEN: Saturday, March 28, 2009
WHERE: Badger Pass Ski Area, Yosemite National Park
WHO: YOU!! Open to ALL Yosemite National Park Visitors!
SpringFest Event Schedule
Saturday, March 28, 2009
9:00 a.m. Race Registration; Sign up in the Day Lodge next to the Activities Desk
10:00 a.m. Obstacle Course for children 13 and under; Meet at Ski School meeting area
All of our runs are groomed and the mountain is covered in beautiful white snow. There is a 60% chance of snow on Tuesday, March 3rd, with about 6 inches of fresh powder expected on the ground Tuesday morning. This fresh snow and the colder temperatures (Tuesday's high is 33 degrees) should make for some excellent conditions for the next few days at least. Come play in the powder!
All of our runs are groomed and the mountain is covered in beautiful white snow. Our base is currently 4-6 feet. The forecast for Monday, March 2nd is for rain and/or snow - the snow level should start around 7400 feet and drop as the afternoon progresses, so bundle up and come on out for a day of skiing!
You can also get a conditions update by calling the Badger Pass Snow Phone: (209) 372-1000 Option 5.
When we got here this morning it was snowing and hasn't stopped yet. We have received 2"-3" throughout the day and more forecasted for tonight. We have an 80% chance of snow for Monday 2-23-09!! Thank you, and I will see you on the slopes!! (S. Costello - 2/22/09)
Badger Pass - Daily Snow Conditions: Date: February 23, 2009
Downhill Operations
Base Depth: 48” to 84”
New Snow: Forecast 3"-7"
Snow Conditions: Packed powder, powder
Forecast: 80% chance of snow
Temperature: High 41 Low 26
The Badger Pass Snow Report with information on season passes good for this spring and on upcoming events such as the Silver Ski Race and the Winter Carnival.
Another beautiful sunny day at Badger Pass!! This weekend is The 37th
Nordic Holiday Race. On Saturday is the 16 KM " Classic" ski race and the
Telemark Race. On Sunday is the Glacier Point & back 35 KM "Freestyle race.
Don't miss this Badger Pass tradition. I will see you on the slopes!! (S.
Costello - 2/20/09)
Badger Pass - Daily Snow Conditions:
Date: February 20, 2009
Downhill Operations
Base Depth: 48” to 84”
New Snow: None
Snow Conditions: Powder, packed powder
Forecast: Mostly sunny
Temperature: High 44 Low 12
What a beautiful morning at Badger Pass!! Over night we have received 6" of fresh powder!!!
The sun is shining and the Mountain is calling YOUR name. So come on up and enjoy the new fresh powder!! I will see you on the slopes!! (S. Costello - 2/12/09)
Badger Pass - Daily Snow Conditions: Date: February 12, 2009
Downhill Operations Base Depth: 24” to 48” New Snow: 6"
This is a phenomenal powder week! In the last 48 hours we've received 14" of new snow and with temperatures in the low 20's - this fresh light powder can't be missed! In addition, another snow storm is rolling in with snow accumulations of up to 20 inches by Wednesday night, so bundle up and come out to enjoy this amazing gift from Mother Nature.
Thank You for Thinking Snow, (T. Schelby - 2/11/09)
Badger Pass - Daily Snow Conditions: Date: February 11, 2009 Downhill Operations Base Depth: 24” to 48” New Snow: 0" Snow Conditions: Packed powder, powder Forecast: 70% chance snow Temperature: High 29 Low 20
Hello from snowy Badger Pass!
We have received 10"-12" of fresh powder since Sunday evening, and the conditions are unbelievable. It snowed on and off all day today, and the cold weather continues so the conditions should be great for the next few weeks or so. Please do remind people that our daytime high is in the upper twenties and that they should prepare accordingly.
Thanks, and Think SNOW!! (T. Schelby - 2/10/09)
Badger Pass - Daily Snow Conditions:
Date: February 10, 2009
Downhill Operations
Base Depth: 24” to 48”
New Snow: 10” to 12"
Snow Conditions: Powder, groomed
Forecast: Mostly sunny
Temperature: High 28 Low 21
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It is situated five miles south-southeast of the Chinquapin intersection of Wawona Road (HWY 41 continuation) with Glacier Point Road in the southern area of Yosemite National Park. Glacier Point Road provides the access to this ski area. Badger Pass is at about 7,200 feet (2,200 m) in elevation at the restaurant and services buildings. At the summit of the downhill ski lifts, elevations rise to 7,850'. This 90-acre skiing area provides 10 runs and 4 lifts with downhill, snow tubing and snow boarding facilities.
