Eastern Sierras

SnowBrains Forecast: SNOW Possible in California in August for the First Time in 20+ Years

Snow expected across the higher peaks of the Sierra’s. Source: maps.weatherbell.com Forecast Summary Forecast written on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at 1 a.m. MST An unseasonably strong cold front will travel down the west coast this week, making landfall over Northern California on Friday. Temperatures will drop by 10-15 degrees, with below-freezing temperatures expected above 9,000ft on Friday night and […]
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Hometown Mountain Shoutout: The Soul Cleansing Winter Wonderland of Bear Valley, CA

Bear Valley village runs, near the Mayan Cliffs, steep descent into Bear Valley's backside

Looking for a down-to-earth and tranquil mountain? Nestled amidst the beauty of California’s vast Sierra Nevada mountains, Bear Valley Resort beckons outdoor enthusiasts with a year-round haven. From its renowned downhill skiing and snowboarding terrain to its charming small-town village atmosphere, this resort promises an unforgettable experience. Just two hours from the greater Sacramento area and three hours for those […]
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Trip Report: Black Mountain – “North Face Chutes” | Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, CA

Report from June 1, 2024 I was exhausted the past week after skiing 461 of the past 541 days. Yesterday was no exception. I searched for an easy one. One that wouldn’t end me… Black Mountain in Virginia Lakes appeared just right. 11,770′ Black Mountain “North Face Chutes” Sierra Nevada Mountains, CA Summit (actually a ridgeline):  11,700 feet Car:  9,800 feet […]
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Trip Report: Peak 12,691′ Paiute Pass Ridge Chutes – “Ice Fall Chute” | Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, CA

Report from May 30, 2024 After skiing 457 of the past 537 days, I was exhausted and needed an easy tour yesterday. I’d skied 2 chutes off Paiute Pass Ridge last year and knew it was an easy hike for good steep skiing. Time to go back…  Peak 12,691′, CA – “Paiute Pass Ridge Chutes”  Icefall Couloir Details Summit (actually, this […]
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Trip Report: “Kindergarten Chute” on Peak 13,121′ | Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, CA

Report from May 28, 2024 Yesterday, we went for a classic. Kindergarten Chute on Peak 13,121′ in the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. We’d tried to ski this chute in early May 2024 but it looked firm and unwelcoming so we skied a chute we dubbed “Preschool Chute” along with the “Wahoo Gullies.” Fortunately, Kindergarten Chute welcomed us with […]
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Trip Report: 1 Annoyingly Long 2,700-Vertical-Foot Chute | 11,575′ Gilcrest Peak “Northeast Chutes” East Variant | Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, CA

Report from May 22, 2024 Yesterday, we returned to Gilcrest Peak to sample the East variant of the Northeast Chutes. Last week we’d skied the Western option and it was delightful. Cool, windy weather has had us seeking east-facing or lower-elevation north-facing terrain. We parked at Lundy Lake at about 10 a.m. and started up. 11,575′ Gilcrest Peak “North Couloirs” […]
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Trip Report: 12,100′ East Peak “East Face Chutes” | Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, CA

Report from May 20, 2024 Yesterday, we went for a line that’s been staring me in the face for 20 years. You can see East Peak from Highway 395 and its chutes always beckon. What has always kept us away is the approach… 12,100′ East Peak “East Chutes” Sierra Nevada Mountains, CA Summit (actually a ridgeline):  11,600 feet Car:  7,500 […]
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