Do I need previous cross-country skiing experience?

Yes. The operator requires previous cross-country skiing experience; participants should be comfortable on varied terrain and in cold conditions.

Are ski rentals available at Badger Pass?

Ski rentals are not included in the trip price; check local rental shops near Badger Pass before arrival.

What is included in the trip cost?

The trip rate includes a guide, lodging at the Ski Hut, and all meals during the overnight portion; rentals and gratuities are extra.

When is this trip unavailable?

This tour is unavailable while the Glacier Point Ski Hut is closed; the hut operates seasonally depending on snow and park decisions.

How large are the groups?

Group size varies by season and hut availability; contact the operator or booking page for current limits and policies.

What safety measures are in place?

Guides monitor weather, assess snow conditions, teach low-impact hut practices, and carry emergency communication and first aid gear.

Glacier Point Ski Hut: Guided Overnight Cross-Country Ski Trip from Badger Pass | Guided Tour | Ski

On this guided overnight cross‑country ski trip you leave from the Badger Pass Ski Area Cross Country Center and follow classic winter tracks toward Glacier Point, high above Yosemite Valley in the Sierra Nevada of California. The route climbs across rolling, forested ridges, through stands of lodgepole pine and red fir, past wind-scoured granite outcrops that reveal the park's glacial history. At day's end you arrive at the Ski Hut, a compact backcountry shelter where wood fires and group dinners replace cell service and city noise. A skilled guide sets the pace, teaches efficient kick-and-glide technique, and reads snow and weather to keep the group safe. This is not a beginner outing: the operator requires previous cross‑country skiing experience, and travelers should be comfortable breaking trail at times and skiing varied terrain. The itinerary includes one night and two days by default; an option to extend to two nights is available when the hut is open. Rates cover guiding, meals, and lodging at the Ski Hut; ski rentals and gratuities are not included. What makes this trip special is the combination of remote winter travel and classic Yosemite panoramas. On clear mornings the route opens to big views down to the valley floor and across to granite cliffs carved by ice. Snow crowns the trees, and the silence away from plowed roads gives the mountains a rare stillness. In winter the landscape demonstrates the park's glacial geology: rounded domes, sculpted ridgelines, and talus slopes exposed where storms scoured the high country. Practical notes: meet at Badger Pass Ski Area Cross Country Center by 9:00 AM; bring layered, technical clothing, a warm sleeping system, and skis set up for backcountry glide. The Ski Hut operates seasonally and the trip is unavailable when the hut is closed. Guides manage group meals and basic hut chores; shared sleeping quarters are rustic but warm. Guides also teach low-impact winter camping etiquette and leave-no-trace practices specific to high-snow environments; guests help with hut tasks and fuel use is managed carefully to protect fragile subalpine vegetation. Yosemite National Park was established in 1890, and these high-country routes reflect the area's long conservation history and the careful stewardship that keeps winter access sustainable for future skiers. Expect nights with spectacular stars and often crisp, cold air. Whether you come for long, efficient miles of Nordic skiing or to savor a cold night with a hot meal and star-filled sky, this guided trip condenses the best parts of Yosemite winter into a manageable, expert-led package. It’s an ideal choice for fit skiers who want to trade crowded day routes for a quiet night above the valley, learning backcountry skills while waking to a horizon of granite and snow.

About Badger Pass Ski Area

Badger Pass Ski Area, located in Yosemite Valley (Mariposa), California, is a seasonal mountain recreation area specializing in downhill skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country experiences.

It operates primarily in winter (typically mid-December to mid-March) and provides lift-ticket options including all-lift day passes, lower-lift day passes for Turtle and Bruin, and half-day tickets. The area offers rentals, lessons, friendly on-site staff, and a sunny sundeck, creating an accessible destination for families and beginners.

Badger Pass also maintains an extensive cross-country network with roughly 90 miles of trails, highlighted by a scenic 21-mile route to Glacier Point. Snowshoe rentals and guided snowshoe hikes showcase winter landscapes, including a moderate discovery snowshoe hike of 3 to 4 miles suitable for participants aged ten and up.

For overnight adventures, the Ski Hut at Glacier Point is available via guided and self-guided ski trips. Guided itineraries include one-night/two-day and two-night/three-day options with group dinners and hut accommodations. Self-guided overnight trips include dinner, a fireside evening, breakfast, and lunch for visitors who bring navigation and backcountry skills. The Next Step Lessons package offers daily downhill skiing and snowboarding instruction for ages seven and older, focusing on skill progression and confidence building.

As part of Yosemite's winter offerings, Badger Pass Ski Area combines downhill lifts, cross-country trails, lessons, and hut-based overnight trips to deliver a range of family-friendly and backcountry winter experiences. Park staff and seasonal mountain teams follow National Park Service guidelines for visitor safety and trail maintenance, ensuring responsible winter recreation in Yosemite and community stewardship.